1999 Volkswagen Jetta: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jan 20, 2012 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 160,000 miles · PA

1999.5 volkswagen jetta gls vr6, always getting dtc codes of p1117, p0140, p1198, p1472, p1435, p0102, p0343, p1421.. That always says about open or short circuit conditions and poor electrical connections, and short to grounds for electrical, which is all electrical problems, if you search online them codes you will see numerous people with the same problems, and as well as alot of us have to buy the parts that is listed and problems still aren't fixed, which tells us its an electrical issue, not issues with the parts, which causes our #43 fuse blow alot, and alot of hesitation and stalling, I cant even turn around a corner or to get off the highway without stalling, please fix these problems, its happening to way to many of us and it is also an safety issue.

Filed Mar 8, 2008 · Engine · 111,000 miles · CO

Leak in cooling system causing migration to water pump, heater core, and engine wiring harness. Having to replace all 3. Car stalls at random times in busy traffic, posing potential accident problem. Caused toxic fumes to come through heat vents in car.

Filed Jul 20, 2005 · Lights · NJ

The parking light switch is locking up. The car is stalling in the middle of the traffic because I was not able to shift from parking to any other gear. The parking light lit and will unlit about 30 minutes later. As of now, the light lit constantly and I have to disassemble the battery and the light would still re-appear once I put the battery back in. The car is not drive able.

Filed Sep 13, 2004 · Body, Electrical · NY

Upon starting vehicle the consumer noticed that the engine ran for a few seconds then stalled. *ak the consumer was told that nothing was wrong with the vehicle. The problem was ongoing. A "too rich code," and the purge valve was replaced. The repair attempts for the vacuum leaks, oxygen sensors, the rich running of the engine, mass air flow sensor and connector. The consumer was informed that the part was out of stock. There was a vacuum leak and the intake boot had come off, the door hinges were loose, and noise had come from the starter motor due to an internal short.

Filed Jun 8, 2004 · Airbags, Lights · MO

Consumer received the federal safety agency recall 04v096000 concerning brake light switch. After having the repairs done vehicle stalled, and the air bag light appeared on the dashboard and remained on.

Filed Apr 16, 2004 · Acceleration · CA

While driving 75 MPH vehicle stalled. Throttle speed sensor light flashed on the dashboard for a minute and went off. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the throttle speed sensor needed cleaning.

Filed Jan 21, 2004 · Acceleration · 43,000 miles · CA

While driving vehicle stalled unexpectedly and then engine revved.

Filed Feb 19, 2003 · Electrical · OH

The ignition coil failed, which caused the vehicle to stall.

Filed Oct 22, 2001 · Engine · VA

Both the mass air flow sensor and the oxygen sensor have failed in my car after the initial warantee expired. Symptoms of each failure was a hesitation when accelerating similiar to stalling the engine, being possibly hazardous when turning into traffic.talking to the dealership, they stated that it was a "common problem" for both items. If this is a common problem this leads me to believe that these two components are defect in design. I've talked to other volkswagen owners, service representatives and some independent repair shops and they have said that they have had/seen the same problems repeatedly. Repairs to this vehicle have become expensive at $750+ for each occurance. If you could provide any information I might be able to use I would be grateful.

Filed May 22, 2001 · Fuel system · DC

This is not an isolated problem. The relay 109 has been brought to vw's attention several times. They have issued a tech tip on their website to dealers. My dealer replaced the wrong part and charged me for it. Now I have to wait for them to test it before they refund my money. This happened to me several times on the highway, in traffic. When you are stalled in the middle lane on a road and you see cars coming you hope they see you and don't run through the back of you. This is a serious problem and vw is ignoring it. In regards to the fuel injection, they are going through these too. The tdi engine is getting clogged (they don't kow why) and cause the fuel injector to fail. My dealership has had mine for a week. Part is on back order. Vw is not responsive.

Filed Nov 13, 2000 · Engine · NY

While driving 60mph heard a clicking noise. Then ater pump seized & caused vehicle to stall out. Pulled over. Had vehicle towed to dealer. Informed by mechanic it was the water pump which sheared off the timing belt & damaged the valve head. Problem was repaired except for the clicking noise that was still there.

Filed Oct 10, 2000 · Engine · UN

Ceased water pump, sheared timing belt, and damaged valves caused vehicle to stall on interstate, consumer wants reimbursement.