1994 Volkswagen Jetta visibility problems

15 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 15
of this car's complaints: 13%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Sun/moon roof assembly
5
Power window devices and controls
4
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor
2
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
1
Windshield wiper/washer
1
Windshield
1
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: windshield: electrical heating element
1
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Volkswagen Jetta visibility problems in other years

Related recalls

Visibility: power window devices and controlsReported July 8, 1996 · 1,100 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The sheet metal panels of both rear doors have openings for the routing of the electrical window regulator wiring. The panel openings have sharp edges that can damage the insulation of the wiring harness.
Risk: An electrical short in the wiring can occur resulting in a possible fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective edge cover in both rear door inner panel openings.

Recall number 96V128000 · Recall details

What 1994 Volkswagen Jetta owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

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 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.

Filed Feb 12, 2002 · Body, Visibility · SC

Driver and passenger power door locks do not lock or unlock properly, cause unknown. Also windows malfunctioned, windows will not go up or down.*ak. The window regulator was found to be faulty, was making a grinding noise. The hood will not open, the cable came loose from the hood latch. The sunroof was broken the cable and wind deflector was inoperable. The radio had an internal short.

Filed Apr 24, 2001 · Visibility · CA

Right rear winow inoperative/repaired 3 times in past same problem-regulator.

Filed Jul 20, 2000 · Visibility · NY

Blower switch, blower motor, resister and switch failed. Blower switch got so hot that it started melting. If I didn't notice it in time, it could have possibly caused a fire.

Filed Nov 10, 1999 · Visibility · WA

While driving windshield wiper arm separated from the vehicle, causing poor visibility. Dealer has been notified.

Filed Jan 8, 1999 · Body, Brakes · NJ

Transmission failed.

Filed Nov 10, 1998 · Visibility · TN

Air/heat control motor failed causing switch to melt the plastic handle and cracks the dash.

Filed Feb 15, 1998 · Visibility · CA

Air conditioning failed at 24000 miles. Found no leaks and the system was recharged. Six months later it failed again.

Filed Feb 15, 1998 · Visibility · CA

Sunroof assembly fails to operate. It will not open or close due to misalignment or improper tracks. It always makes a clicking or popping sound when open or close.

Questions about the 1994 Volkswagen Jetta visibility

Does the 1994 Volkswagen Jetta have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the visibility of the 1994 Volkswagen Jetta, 13% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Volkswagen Jetta visibility problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Volkswagen Jetta visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 96V128000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Volkswagen Jetta have the most visibility problems?

The Volkswagen Jetta model years with the most visibility complaints are 1999 (81 complaints), 2000 (77 complaints) and 2001 (71 complaints).