For a newer car this volkswagen has been very problematic. On three occasions after starting the car the engine would make a noticeable sputtering noice and shaking like it was struggling to keep running. The check engine light would come on accompanied by a sulfurous smell and bluish exhaust. Upon attempting to put the car in drive, after idling for a while, the car would stall and not restart. Usually within an hour to a day later it would start again only after reving the engine to high rpms for about 5 minutes. I contacted the dealer the first time it occured (too busy to see my car) they thought it might be moisture in the engine. The problem seems to occur after or around rainy/snowy weather. I had a tune up recently and the car still feels like it may stall when it is idling at a stop light or in the driveway. This is unaccepable for such a new car. Among other problems I had the indash cd player replaced twice because of defect and the fuses that illuminate the temp/radio controls replace twice all within the first month of ownership due to malfunction.
2000 Volkswagen Jetta engine complaints
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Engine check light has come on three (3) different times. First time was oxygen sensor, 2nd time was a valve on the turbo, and the 3rd time was the mass air flow sensor.
No instrument panel light on temperature control. Vehicle been at the dealer shop for four days, and was unable to locate the problem. Feel free to provide any further information.
The engine failed after leaking oil several times, consumer was informed that the replacement engines are also havig similiar problems.
This jetta, like many other owners report, burns an excessive amount of oil. Contacted dealer, manufacturer. Burns 1 qt per 1000 miles. Ridiculous. The manufacter reports this is "normal". This is a cover-up for a bigger defect in this model.
The engine coolant system on the car has never been right. One month after purchase we brought the car into the dealer because the transmission shifted poorly when the car became hot. It would up shift and downshift for no reason. They told us there was nothing wrong. That this is how they shift. The transmission still shifts in this manner. Then in october of 2000 the coolant warning light came on. We were told by the dealer that the coolant temperature sensor needed to be reset. They reset the sensor and on 10/27/2000, just two weeks later, the coolant warning light came on again. This time they replaced the coolant temperature sensor. Then on 7/16/2001 the coolant warning light came on again and we needed to have the secondary water pump replaced. Now on 8/9/01 the vehicle is at the dealer again because the coolant warning light came on. I am writing a letter to the manufacturer. Any further advice or assistance you can give would be greatly appreciated.
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Engine mounts failed.
Dealers openly acknowlege problems with their map sensors on gas and diesel engines, but volkswagen of america internally refuses to recall this item. The same complaints are made about the very common relay 109 fuse failures, which volkswagenw is likewise putting off. Please force them to recall these two items that have cost me plenty of out of pocket money, even though my car is under warranty. This is a rip-off of all consumers by vw of america and they need to be held accountable for their ignorance of these obvious problems!
Consumer was driving 23 MPH, passing a combine, shifted to second gear and vehicle lost all power. Applied brakes and stopped passing process. Dealer replaced mass airflow sensor. Dealer had replaced numerous sensors.
Both rear door panels vibrate--dealer unable to fix. Engine light illuminated--temp. Sensor replaced by dealer. Problem re-occurred two days later--dealer replaced temp. Sensor. Passanger front window went down and wouldn't go up--dealer fixed. Three months later, window went down again--dealer fixed. Air conditioner eminates musty smell--dealer says problem is due to a plugged drain hole in A/C unit--will no fix. Rear passanger door leaks a thick, greasy substance. B-pillar trim vibrates on driver side.
My 2000 vw jetta with 2.0 liter engine is suffering same fate as many others, excessive oil consumption. I followed maintenance instructions by having my first oil change / servicing at approx. 5000 miles. At 8190, oil light flashed and I stopped at a gas station...dipstick was dry. Added 2 full quarts of oil to bring back to normal. Vw has begun an oil consumption test on my car.
Engine check light and emissions work shop warning keeps coming on. Each time I take the car in the dealership tells me that its a different reason the light is coming on. To date they have made three different repairs to the car and none of them have worked. I received the last check engine/emissions workshop on 4/10/01 and car is in the shop being fixed.
Vehicle has excessive oil consumption. Engine check light comes on. Dealer found nothing. Consumer then went to another dealer, who did oil consumption test, and after 6 visits found brake in sealing ring in engine.
Oil light came on approximately 3000 miles after consumer had oil changed in vehicle. Private mechanic informed consumer that engine was burning oil, and was about ready to blow up. There was a gap in between pistons that were causing this defect. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
Vehicle was using an excessive amount of oil. Dealer replaced engine. Currently, same problem again occurred.
My 2000 jetta has began burning oil at a rate of 3/4 qt to 1 1/4 qt per 1000 miles. The dealer and volkswagen state this is normal by their standards and they just continue to do oil consumption tests and tell us to come back. Why has there not been a recall. I have found numerous other similar complaints on the internet and I have never experienced this with any other new care that I have owned.
Whenever driving engine would burn an excessive amount of oil. Have taken vehicle at least 2 times to dealership, and mechanic indicated that oil burning was perfectly normal for jetta. No repairs were done to correct problem.*ak there was gel-like buildup on the oil cap and dipstick due to antifreeze or moisture mounting within the engine. The consumer intends to pursue lemon law if defects were not corrected.
I fell that I have had a lot of problems with my car and most importantly, the problems are on going. I have voiced my complaint to volkswagen customer service, the dealership service manager and sales manager. I have made it clear that I feel that my car is a "lemon" as I have had numerous problems that are ongoing. I do not get called back when they say they are going to call, they point fingers at each other and no results. The sales person/vw dealership consultant offered me a trade in value of $15,500 and a small discount on another car. I wish to seek assistance in making my "lemon" car situation right. I also have a written documentaion of my experience and service history. I do not believe that myself, as a consumer, should be treated in a manner, that disgards the integrety to make things right. If your ageny can help me, I would be appreciative. Thank you for your time. No safety derfect listed.
Air bag was repaired 5 times and spiral spring replaced - light still indicates malfunctioning system. *ak consumer states that brake light was inoperative and the electrical connectors were replaced, installed front heated oxygen sensor, install 6 disc cd changer, battery was replaced and wiring harness war replaced. Owner is no longer in possession of the vehicle
I have been having trouble with oil consumption with my volkswagen, jetta 2000. I have followed all warranty scheduled checkups, and have taken care of teh car in accordance with the manufacturer specifications. Specifically, at one point, I discovered, between the warrranty checkups, that my car's, oil dip stick was absolutely dry. I reported this event to atamian volkswagen who told me that "2000 volkswagen are well known to consume oil". Since then I have undergone oil consumption tests. It has been determined that my car consumes oil at a rate of 1 quart every 1500 miles. Wv says that this complies with their specifications (the oil consumption rate is not stated in the owners manual).
Engine check light came on. Car was 14 months old, but out of warranty by mileage. The dealer replaced the coolant sensor for $175.00!! Now two months later the "check engine" light is on again. There appears to be water/coolant in the oil! Now the car is about 16 months old. Volkswagen of america refused to pay for the prior repair, and did not pay for the failed interior lights, either.
The car consumes an outrageous 700-800 miles per quart of oil, which the manufacturer claims is normal due to engine design. My complaint is the fact that this was not even hinted to the user or is written in the user's manual at the time of the sales. This could cause engine damage for customer, or on long distance trip, be a safety hazard.
Jetta ran out of oil. Continuously burns oil at a rate at or about 1 to 1 and 1/2 quarts per 1000 miles. Dealer says problem is within the engine specs. From volkswagen. No such specs. Can seem to be produced by either the dealer or the manufacturer. The dealer insists there is no problem and that I should expect to burn and replace 10 quarts of oil in between scheduled oil changes. Car produces black smoke and now has 13,500 miles on it.
Vehicle was leaking water coolant and vehicle was at dealership. Mechanic replaced the engine and transmission twice.
Hit rock on highway puncturing oil pan. Engine light did not come on and engine seized.
The o2 sensor failed.
Vehicle experienced stalling/cutting off completely within 10 minutes or less after pulling off dealer's lot. Vehicle was towed back to dealer for repairs.
The presenting problem with this jetta 2000 is that on three (3) dates, I turned the ignition and the engine ran for only two seconds before dying. Despite repeated attempts to get the car running, this continued. This jetta has been towed three (3) times for warranty repair. As of this date, the car has only 2300 miles and the defect has not been corrected.
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