The power windows on my 1998 vw jetta iii failed. I've experienced this occasion 4 times since I've had my car. Currently both passenger and driver side windows are not functioning. The powers windows would not roll up or down. I have not had them repaired since its a very expensive rapair. I've searched the internet and it seems that a lot of 1998 volkswagon jetta owners experience the same problems I have. I brought my car to the volkswagon dealer and they said that this was a common problem with the type of car I have.
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Window failure, falls into door. 1998 vw jetta. Leaving a friends home the drivers rear window just drops into the door. Unable to afford repair window still non usable, window tied off in the up position. I have read its due to the plastic clips. I don't know but would like more information.
While driving smoke was coming from the steering column. Consumer took the vehicle to dealer for inspection and the technician was unable to pin pinpoint the problem. The consumer determined that the wiper switch inside of the steering column needed to be replaced due to worn out switch. *ak an independent technician replaced the switch.
Driving on freeway at 65mph and the right rear windowed lowered abruptly and would not raise up. 4 year old son in carseat was next to window. Had to pull off on berm and calm him down. Window would not lift up. Subsequent visit to dealer that day resulted in a charge of $500 to replace the window regulator. Vw dealer stated that they see a lot of these failures in vw's.
Consumer was driving the vehicl when the rear passenger window fell down. Approximately six months earlier rear driver's window fell down.. The windows were currently taped up.
I have already had 3 regulators replaced, now I need one more replaced and have another window regulator on it's way out. Window stops operating, your lucky if it stops in the "up" position. I understand this is a problem with all jetta's from various dealers / repair facilities.
We have a 98 jetta and it has a problem with the electric window mechanisms. Volkswagen is aware of the defect, however they only repair the defect on 99 and newer models. Why? The dealer agrees that it is the same exact problem. We started to replace the mechanism ourselves, however the only replacement available was the same defective mechanism. The cable saws through parts within the mechanism which binds the motor causing it to make a grinding noise, overheat, blow fuses, etc. We have to just leave the windows up and not use them at all. We noticed an irregularity when we purchased the vehicle, but the dealer told us that it was a programmable control and we would have to learn to use it.
This car has been a pain in the a-- almost since purchase. The most serious problems have involved what seems to be defective wiring with respect to the electric windows. These have been repaired 3 times since the first incidence cited above,to the tune of $250, the last time being 6 months ago. Now I am told that it needs a new motor assembly to the tune of $650 parts and labor! Other assorted door electrical problems. Other problems have been: door moldings falling off (this must be an inherent problem with '98 jettas, because I've noticed that most of those that I see on the road have missing moldings). Both front tires blew out within 2 weeks of each other after an inappropiately short usage. Much lower gas mileage that originally promised. Most of these problems started well within warranty.
While driving in the rain windshield wipers failed, causing driver to have poor visibility. It was an intermittent problem. Will be taking vehicle to dealership to have mechanic check it out.
All 4 of my electric windows have failed, 3 of them fall down and 1 will not move.
While traveling on the highway the window went up and down intermittently and made a loud grinding noise.
Both rear windows failed. Window falls on it's own and does not come back up using the power controls.
Two of the windows on my 98 jetta have gone out. Many of my friends who also drive jetta's had their windows go out also.
Passenger side power window motor failed at 20,000 miles and just recently driver side window motor failed by cable in motor snapping
No summary. Dt
Window regulator has been replaced six times, but the remedy is not working. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.
Total of $1300 spent on 3 windows now.
Volkswagen needs to recall window parts on all 1998 jettas - even service tech agrees.
Power windows fail to operate. Front driver window is making noises leading me to believe it too will fail soon. First window was repaired by dealer under extended warranty.
Power windows go all the way up then come back down, all windows do this intermittently. When left rear window is rolled down by button on door or on the front control panel it activates the factory alarm and locks all doors (it does not sound) you have to stop, roll down drivers window, turn off engine and reach outside and manualy disalarm car. I have filed a complaint with volkswagen they wanted a diagnostic wich I payed $80 for from stevens creek vw, I have to send this in and they will tell me if they can help me or if I have to pay for it. I have done research and there have been numerous problems related to this in all states, have you heard of this and if vw does not help me is there anything I can do? Thank you
Passenger's side rear window stopped operating on 05/13/01/ drivers side rear window stopped operating on 07/03/01. Consumer can hear motor, but window is stuck in door. Dealer has not yet been contacted. Please provide any further information.
Heater core failed and coolant leaked into the cabin along with fumes. Dealer was unable to repair did not have parts in stock.
The battery exploded. Nlm
Windshield wipers failed while driving in the rain. I consider this to be a serious safety problem.
All four windows have failed, did not know warranty, was expired at 24k, took in at 26k, unable to fix.
Its a bunch of crap. No safety defect listed in the summary.
Electrical systems are suspect. These two problems have been into the dealer, but the window, even after being replaced, continues to have problems
Windshield washer.
Window failed.
Remote keyless entry receiver module failed. Yh
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