2.4

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
62,289 miles

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2000 Volkswagen Jetta brakes problems

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2000 Volkswagen Jetta Owner Comments

problem #12

Jun 192011

Jetta 4-cyl

  • 206,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving and lightly brushing the brake pedal to begin slowing, the brake pedal automatically engages fully, slamming on brakes unexpectedly. Immediately followed by a sound of air pressure being released. If you press the brake pedal after the air is released, the pedal will return to rest and the brakes will free up. No existing dealer recalls and VW (and VW service departments) have no record of this being a common problem. My local VW specialty repair shop says this is common on 2000 Jetta tdi's. this is a significant safety issue. If you experience a similar issue, please report it! there are three other issues posted that appear to be related: 10116640, 10139585, 10052281.

- Fulton, MD, USA

problem #11

Jul 232010

Jetta

  • 115,241 miles
I purchased a 2000 VW Jetta on 6/16/10. Two weeks after purchase, the vehicle began to have problems & since I have had the vehicle, it has had to have the following repairs: 2 fans, ABS sensor would come on & lock up the wheels, so the system had to be unplugged, coolant system had to be replaced, a transmission replaced & a certified transmission specialist found it had been taken out prior & 4 cyl parts were used in a 6 cyl vehicle, & thermostat had to be replaced. The cost of repairs to date are approx. $5,200 & I only paid $4,995 for the vehicle. This vehicle is not safe and should not have been sold in the condition it was in. The seller failed to disclose that the vehicle had underlying problems after I inquired several times. The business should be held responsible for selling an unsafe vehicle and I wonder how many other vehicles the business has sold like this. I have this vehicle in for repairs more than I have been able to drive it & when I purchased it, the seller was aware I needed a reliable vehicle to get to the kidney transplant very quickly.

- Saint Cloud, FL, USA

problem #10

Sep 082010

(reported on)

Jetta

  • miles
2000 Volkswagen Jetta. Consumer writes regarding faulty designed system in Jetta the consumer stated the vehicle has a defective brake system and the dealer tried to cover it up by putting new brakes on the vehicle.

- Southfield, MI, USA

problem #9

Apr 202009

Jetta

  • 103,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Since vehicle was purchased, there has been numerous problems and issues with the vehicle. The most troublesome and expensive is the cooling system. I have had 3 different repair shops look at it and "fix it" only to have the car do the same thing. The temperature gauge does not indicate that the car is overheating, however, it must be. I have been stranded multiple times (almost everyday in my commute to from work and school), after I sit in traffic over 20 minutes, out of nowhere the radiator cap blows off the cooling reservoir spilling the liquid all over the engine and causing the car to smoke. I have even burned had a second degree burn from having to pull over and opening the trunk so I can refill after it cools. Someone has yet to figure out what is wrong with the vehicle. The check engine light has been on for years, again only to have multiple people look at it, and not have the problem solved. I will crank the engine but the car will die out. But if I hit the speed control to set the speed it will stay on. The car will hesitate and I will start off slow then it will go at normal speed. Last but not least I have gotten pulled over 3 times in the last 3 weeks because the brake lights go out. I have replaced these brake lights all recently but they will burn out within days with out me knowing. It is horrible vehicle, I have spent a lot of money trying to get it repaired. Everytime it goes in the shop is for days I have to get a rental car everytime. Enough to say that the car rental people know me by name! my job and school are affected by this each and everytime. I suffer from anxiety every time I get in the car because I don't know what will happen next! it is stressful and ridiculous having to deal with this. Please help!

- Fort Worth , TX, USA

problem #8

Jun 022008

Jetta

  • 115,000 miles
I am requesting that the Agency please investigate the performance of the ignition coil plugs on the model year 2000, Volkswagen, Jetta. I have experienced multiple stalling events and car not starting up after up or being parked after shutting off engine as a result of one or more ignition plus malfunctioning on my 2000 Volkswagen Jetta gl. As a result of the engine stalling and not starting when ignition is accelerated, I have also I experienced a loss of power steering and increased breaking efforts when I pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. The car would not start when sitting for a while. After about 45 minutes or longer - I was able to start the vehicle although the engine operated at a reduced power. The vehicle will stall and will not start up for no reason at all. I feel very unsafe and nervous when driving - and have had the problem over and over and have paid for costly repairs. Still to no avail, it keeps happening. Tired of the vehicle - will never ever purchase a Volkswagen again! please investigate the electrical system ignition module on Volkswagen Jettas - year 2000 please asap !!! I have been stranded in the worst places with the vehicle - with no help to restart the vehicle.

- Mount Prospect, IL, USA

problem #7

Feb 042003

Jetta

  • Manual transmission
  • 52,000 miles
When attempting to stop the brakes failed completely. No impact reported.

- Key West, FL, USA

problem #6

Feb 152003

Jetta

  • Automatic transmission
  • 32,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My vehicle is a tdi diesel -computer/engine - engine diagnosis light has come on - diagnosis ($85) gate on turbo charger does not operate properly. Was told could drive vehicle but performance may deteriorate. Engine light still comes on ocaaisionaly. Rear brakes seized and wore completely out - dealer refused any warranty - wrote V/w customer service - they refunded about 90% of my cost

- Winnipeg, UN, USA

problem #5

Oct 152002

Jetta

  • Manual transmission
  • 45,805 miles
Brake pads went callipers went and rotters went with brakes. VW used the wrong callipers for the car. Ac went did not go cold. Starter went had to replace with new one that was the other. Paint staring chipping part of the cost was a key scratch. Engine light came on had to replace massive air flow meter.

- Clyde Hill, WA, USA

problem #4

Dec 152001

Jetta

  • Manual transmission
  • 33,420 miles
Replaced rear brake light 4 times; emergency flasher & turn signals fail to work randomly. Twice had rear brake pads replaced; rotors turned second time -- total cost $550. Repeated sensor failures -- knock sensor, mass air flow sensor, coolant temperature sensor; induction coil failure & vehicle imbolized. Driver mirror repaired twice; passenger P/window stuck down; driver window lock twice; seat belt cracked

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #3

Aug 012001

Jetta

  • 45,000 miles
Vehicle suffered a lost of power when check engine light illuminates. On March 7 2002 university VW discovered a defective airflow meter. The windshield was replaced for a cracked rain drain. The brake servo was changed for a pin hole air leak. Consumer was told that the glow plug harness might be the cause as to why the brake lights come on. The hazard switch switched on and off distressing other drivers behind. Replaced the hazard relay switch (on the dash) by myself. Back brake pad wore down to the rivets. Vehicle overheated on 3 occasions had pressure test and thermostat changed and problem still exist.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #2

Apr 162003

Jetta 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Jetta - VIN [xxx] when replacing my brake disc pads I noted that the front discs pads are in show room quantity. It appears that only the rear brakes are working. To have 40000 miles on a car and have virtually no wear on the front disc pads gives me cause for concern. What is the brake design basis for the 2000 Jetta" is the operation of only the rear brakes a safety concern" can the 2000 Jetta meet the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) standards for allowable stopping distance with only rear disc brake operation? VW international responded by phone call noting that they were not concerned if the front wheel brakes were not working. Our family purchased two 2000 Jetta's at the same time. The second Jetta had the rear brakes replaced at 30000 miles at dealer cost. They called it premature wear. Also at 40000 miles the second Jetta front brakes had to be replaced. The dealer called this normal wear. I'm not sure what is considered normal based on what VW says. I do know I am concerned that the front brakes are not working. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Palm Harbor, FL, USA

problem #1

Mar 122003

Jetta

  • miles
The brakes locked up causing extend stopping distance. Dealer notified.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

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