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1999 Volkswagen Jetta transmission problems

30 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 69,950. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
30
of this car's complaints
9%
typical mileage
69,950
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission
    20
  • Manual transmission
    4
  • Automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch
    3
  • Driveline: constant velocity joint
    1
  • Axle assembly
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Volkswagen Jetta transmission problems in other years

19901995200020052010201520202027

Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta transmission

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Hesitation 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1999 Volkswagen Jetta owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 30, 2011 · Engine, Transmission · 151,000 miles · UT

The transmission on my jetta takes long to shift ## VIN passed ## volkswagen,jetta,1999 ##

Filed Aug 5, 2004 · Transmission · 77,681 miles · MA

I was driving up 24 north, driving approximately 70 miles per hour. While in the fast lane, my ability to accelerate just stopped. My engine continued to run, however, my car would not move. Fortunately, I was not driving on this highway during rush hour so I was able to coast over to the break down lane. Volkswagen diagnosed that the transmission failed in my car. My concern is that there were absolutely no warning signs or indications that this part was going to fail. Had I been on this highway during a busier time of the day, my car could have caused a serious accident due to the faulty part.

Filed Aug 4, 2004 · Transmission · 69,200 miles · VA

The car will turn on, but when I press on the brakes and try to take the car out of park it will not move, and the epc light comes on.

Filed May 27, 2004 · Transmission · 69,950 miles · MN

The cars transmission did not lock in the park position and rolled in the curb just missing another car. The automatic transmission safety(for the park position) lock failed and will not allow me to place the car in park.

Filed Oct 27, 2003 · Transmission · 68,299 miles · NC

Pin in transmission coming out, causing leak, replaced transmission/clutch disk, pressure plate and throwout bearings. Vw honor warranty because I was second owner. Original warranty 100,000 or 5yrs. Dealer stated they never saw a pin worked its way out that way. They thought vw should have covered problem. Milleage at time 68,299 .

Filed Aug 27, 2003 · Transmission · 65,000 miles · NY

1999 volkswagen jetta experiencing transmission problems.*mr when the gear selector was placed in reverse, the reverse synchro failed and as a result the vehicle had no reverse gear. When the vehicle was purchased the consumer was told that the vehicle had a 10 year/100,000 warranty, but when the consumer notified the dealer of the failure the dealer refused to make the repairs under warranty. *nlm

Filed Jun 27, 2003 · Electrical, Lights · KY

Brake light switch replaced because cel illuminated indicating a failure of same. After some testing, it became apparent that the brake lights were not illuminating approximately 9 out of 10 times that the brakes were applied. At approximately the same time, the right turn signal began arcing. Replaced the right front signal bulb due to carbon buildup on the bulb. Also replaced the turn signal relay. Right outer cv boot was found to be leaking grease on 5/22/2002 and again on 4/29/2003; in both cases it was replaced. Battery died on 3/10/2003. On 7/9/2002, the center rear seat belt became stuck in its retractor and would not release. Seat belt assembly was replaced. On 10/1/2001, the driver's front window regulator was replaced after the window fell into the door without warning.

Filed May 24, 2003 · Electrical, Transmission · 70,339 miles · CA

I have a 1999 volkswagen jetta. On march 24, 2003 monday morning I was driving with in the city in san ramon, ca and suddenly with a noise my car stopped. My engine won't start at all after that and in the end I had to call aaa to tow my car. Aaa towed my car to the nearest auto center, where after the complete inspection "bob auto tech" told me that the crank shaft of my car was broken. I was shocked and surprised to hear that, and I could not believe that. My car is only 4 years old, and has always been taken care of by me by regular servicing and oil change and always at vw authorized dealerships/workshops. I ended up paying up bills worth $3194.82 from my pocket as it was not covered by the insurance also. I would kindly request you to look into the matter and help me with my distress and financial pain.

Filed Feb 3, 2003 · Transmission · MA

While driving the vehicle would accelerate making it hard to gain control. Dealer has been notified. Ph

Filed Jul 25, 2002 · Brakes, Engine · NJ

The transmission failed and was replaced. *yh

Questions about the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta transmission

Does the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 30 complaints about the transmission of the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Volkswagen Jetta transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 69,950 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta transmission?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Volkswagen Jetta have bad transmission?

The Volkswagen Jetta model years with the most transmission complaints are 2006 (245 complaints), 2019 (163 complaints) and 2009 (141 complaints).

Other 1999 Volkswagen Jetta problems

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