2006 VW Jetta tdi with dsg automatic transmission, dual mass flywheel failing, VW dealers keep in stock because high number of failures, mechatronic unit failing when driving, vehicle will reach 3rd gear then suddenly downshift to 1st gear. Resulting in a hard jerk. Gear shift indicators on dash will start to flash, shutting off vehicle and restarting will reset unit but as soon as you get to 3rd gear problem reoccurs. Known issue with 2007 -2009 dsg transmissions VW extended warranty to 10 years or 100,000 miles on these transmissions but fail to acknowledge the issue with 2006, contacting VW will respond with only we're sorry. Also expect long delays in getting a mechatronic unit.

- Marysville, WA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. The vehicle experienced various recurring failures since the date it was purchased. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions where the battery was replaced, throttle valves were cleaned, the recirculation valve was replaced, the engine fan control module was replaced, the fuel pressure sensor was replaced, the crank case breeder valve was replaced, the high pressure fuel pump was replaced, and the cam shaft follower was replaced. The vehicle was also repaired under the recall 09V164000, power train driveline, driveshaft and had the sunroof drained due to water leakage. The failure mileage was 16,257 and the current mileage was 47,000.

- Arlington, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. The transmission shifted into neutral gear while driving. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included in recall 09V333000 power train: Automatic transmission. The vehicle will be repaired. The failure mileage was 91,000 and the current mileage was 91, 5000.

- Brandon, FL, USA

Volkswagen Jetta tdi dual mass flywheel coming apart on direct shift gearbox transmission. Prior to possible loss of power accident, replaced the dmf. This is a known problem in europe and australia; the dmf was a recall item.

- Smithfield, VA, USA

12-31-09 ODI 2006 VW Jetta tdidsg mechatronics malfunction Monday, November 2, 2009 Volkswagen 2006 VW jettatdi dsg went to safe mode (felt like neutral) while accelerating on street (just exited K-96 in wichita, a 65 mph 4-lane and was accelerating following right turn from complete stop). Shift indicator lights flashing. Was able to turn off road and manually downshift to 1st gear. Limped home at 15 mph. Could not place vehicle in reverse until symptoms reset (shift indicator no longer flashing). Test drove after reset. Recurred as turned and applied brakes to park. Let it sit. It reset. Drove back home. Recurred while turning right near home. Queried "just ask." Tuesday, Nov 3rd called VW loyalty care, filed report, and then with engine cold, drove to 4.6 miles to autozone for diagnosis scan. At 3.5 miles, the dsg malfunctioned again. Same symptoms. Scanned. Let it sit. Did not reset. Limped 1 mile toward VW dealership. Called for tow. Updated VW loyalty care file. Mileage in: 85,198 with shift indicator lights flashing. Matches description of dsg trans software update recall ('09-'10). Also matches the VW mechatronics unit symptoms for some 45,000 VW 2007+ models (replaced at no charge and warranty extended on dsg to 100,000). Problem area: Numerous dsg temperature sensor malfunctions and thinks incorrectly that the dsg oil is overheating and places transmission in safe mode. Diagnosis: Replaced mechatronics unit at $2,433.48 note: Filed with VW loyalty center on Nov 3, towed and repaired at local VW dealership Nov 3-12. Updated VW loyalty center file on Dec 16, 2009 and requested VW to advise if this late year '06 production overlapped with those 2007's with same problem and given extended warranty/repair at no cost/reimbursement. Have not received a response from VW. Vehicle was one of the last 2006 tdi's to be delivered to the us until the 2009 models were allowed back in.

- Wichita, KS, USA

2006 Volkswagen Jetta tdi -- dual mass flywheel failure. Part has been recalled in australia, but not the us. VW dealers refuse to take concerns seriously.

- Scott Depot, WV, USA

I have a Jetta tdi 2006 dsg. The dual mass flywheel ripped apart. This took out the transmission and caused the car to be inoperable. It coasted to the side of the road. The was no indication of a problem prior to failure. The failure was sudden and catastrophic. VW replaced the dual mass flywheel and transmission. They told me the old part was going back to germany for inspection. I have no idea of when it will fail again, next time it may cause a crash or death. I have been reading about this, and a lot of drivers of this type of vehicle have this issue of the flywheel ripping apart. A flywheel ripping apart under the stress of the drive train should be rare, but in this vehicle it is not. It seems the high torque output of the diesel engine is causing additional stress on the flywheel, thus breaking it apart. There should be a recall. Also, the dsg transmission is a hybrid trans, it operates like an auto transmission, but mechanically is more like a manual, but it is not the manual version which is also offered in the Jetta tdi.

- Woodhaven, MI, USA

Dual mass flywheel failure on 2006 VW Jetta tdi with dsg transmission. Research shows this is not an isolated incident. Recalled in other countries. Dangerous and very expensive situation. Worthy of investigation and recall. Thanks

- Afton, MN, USA

I paid $1300 in repairs even though complaining of symptoms leading up to my failure while still under warranty. After repair I have discovered this is a common failure for my vehicle which could easily lead to catastrophe should failure occur at speed. I first reported a shudder when clutch engaged which dealer claimed was within VW's specs. The shudder grew worse then a "loose pebbles" noise was heard at idle. When the dealer heard this noise, they referenced a tsb and diagnosed an impending dual mass flywheel failure. I was fortunate to discover before the failure(which was immanent) as the failure would have destroyed the $6000 dsg transmission and if it occurred at speed could lock up the drive train.

- Georgetown, KY, USA

On a return trip from New Hampshire to Connecticut on interstate 91 in my 2006 VW Jetta tdi, I depressed the clutch and the pedal became stuck at the floor. I worked to free it, but being unable to do so, coasted to the side of the road. With no ability to put the vehicle in gear, we (myself and my family) were stuck in a dangerous location. I was able to free the pedal, but the clutch no longer worked and we had to wait there for assistance. The vehicle had less than 50,000 miles and I was told that the clutch assembly needed to be replaced, though there was little wear on the clutch surface. With some investigation on the internet, I found that this appears to be a very common problem and I believe it is a safety problem that should be corrected by VW.

- Canton Center, CT, USA

The flywheel has failed and disabled the vehicle. This is an unsafe and under designed component of the drive train. The flywheel self destructed. In all my years I have never heard or experienced a flywheel self destruction on a car 2 years old with 30K miles.

- Yonkers, NY, USA