1994 Volkswagen Jetta problems

Filed Jul 22, 2008 · Fuel system · 59,000 miles · IA

The in tank fuel pump design has the actual pump sitting in a plastic housing with rubber seals at the top and bottom to keep fuel around the pump for cooling, even when the tank quantity gets low. The rubber seals on my fuel pump rotted and disintegrated. This would allow the pump to operate without the designed cooling of the pump at low gas levels. Overheating of the pump because of this could result in a gas tank fire or explosion.

Filed Mar 7, 2007 · Airbags · 91,800 miles · VA

Airbag control module failure without warning. I noticed the red light for the airbag did not go off (not noticeable in daylight) this could be a significant public safety issue. The car only has 92k miles. The warning light is virtually impossible to see in bright daylight. If it fails in the middle of a journey there is no warning sound.... Consumers can be killed or maimed if an accident occurs without realizing this part has stopped functioning, drivers may get a false sense of security. I took the car to a vw dealer was told that the control module for the airbag had stopped working. We, (my husband and I), called vw of america, but was told that because the car was 1. Out of warranty, 2. 'old' (13 yrs) and 3. 92, 000 miles that there was nothing that would be done to rectify the issue. We disagreed; this is not a part that should wear out, especially if the car has never been in an accident. It's not the same as engine parts, tires, body, etc. That should be expected to wear after time and mileage. Their customer service representative seemed only concerned about it if the car is within the warranty period. I am supposed to get back to dealer with a decision to replace the module.

Filed Jul 1, 2006 · Locks · CA · crash · 1 injury

While operating my vehicle (1994 vw jetta) the hood latch broke and hood detached from lock flew up cracking my windshield, braking wipers, I lost control of vehicle crashing into divider of highway. By the grace of god I was able to avoid traffic and drove to safety as my hood covered the windshield. The glass shattered over the front driving area. Thank god my children were not with me at this traumatic time. I had to call for help and use first aid for cuts. I was unaware of recall and repaired windshield,wipers and temporarily stabilized hood.

Filed May 24, 2004 · Engine · 185,000 miles · NJ

While driving 25-55 MPH vehicle stalled, dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Oct 16, 2003 · Transmission · CA

Clutch cable.

Filed Jan 31, 2003 · Electrical · ME

Wires are burned out inside dashboard panel, causing the vehicle to shutdown without prior warning. Please furnish additional information. Dealer is aware of problem.

Filed Dec 10, 2002 · Visibility · TN

Consumer states that heating/air conditioning control unit is defective. Has had to replace 4x. On two occasions, was driving and began to smell a "wire" burning smell, noticed smoke emitted from vents. Reaction melted the front of panel both times almost causing a fire. Ts

Filed Jul 17, 2002 · Acceleration · NY · crash · 1 injury

When slowing down vehicle accelerated at a high speed, causing an accident.*ak the vehicle accelerated on its own and struck a manure tank spreader, there was one injury.

Filed Mar 15, 2002 · Airbags · NY · 1 injury

Air bags inflated leaving a powdery residue on everything inside vehicle. Consumers mother had a severe allergic reaction to the residue. Consumer would like to see warnings for people who are allergic to the air bag residue.

Filed Mar 13, 2002 · Visibility · NJ

Rear windows working intermittently due to a short in electric window regulator. Recall 96v122000 was issued; this vehicle not included.