2008 Volkswagen Jetta brakes problems

Filed Apr 2, 2019 · Brakes, Engine · 199,000 miles · NY

Engine light on

Filed Jun 22, 2017 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen jetta. When the contact attempted to drive the vehicle, the brake system and ABS warning indicator remained illuminated and a beeping noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact had to apply extreme pressure to the brake pedal, and the parking brake had to be applied in order to stop the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Feb 26, 2014 · Brakes · 68,000 miles · PA

The brakes on my vehicle are failing for the third time in 6 years and the vehicle only has 68,000 miles on it. The first time they failed, the car was barely two years old and had 22,000 miles on it. The second time they failed was two years later, at 40,000 miles. They are now failing again. Research on the internet shows that vw had discovered a design flaw on their 2008 jetta brakes that was causing this, but no recall or resolution has ever been issued. Vw now refuses to take responsibility for their defective vehicle or to offer any assistance to resolve the problem.

Filed Jan 11, 2012 · Brakes · 38,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the rear driver side brake was defective. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the rear driver side brake pads were worn prematurely. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 38,000. Updated 07/06/12 *bf updated 07/12/12.

Filed Jan 3, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · 39,247 miles · WV

I first took my car to the dealership june 1st for an obvious rattling noise in between my front tires. On june 15th back to the dealership for them to replace my bushings but problem still existed so they ordered pins for caliper bracket. In july after replacing struts the problem still existed. Aug 31st they replaced the sway bar and declared the problem was resolved. When I got in my car the problem still existed and they had left my car out of alignment it was almost impossible to drive. Sept 14th I returned back to the dealership for the same problem. They replaced both sway bars. The problem was finally resolved after losing my car for 6 full days, however my brake lights were on. They assured me it was just a coincidence, the service guy discovered the tech had forgotten to connect my brakes back. I did not file a formal complaint at this time because I was so relieved they had finally fixed my suspension issue. Ive had to buy 2 brand new sets of tires since june because of all the ware on my tires from my messed up suspension. Today, jan 3rd 2012 my car is back in the shop yet again. This time for a rear passanger side door lock that had been set on child lock will no longer lock. Ordered the part, since my car is no longer under warranty the part with labor 360. In the meantine the tech discovered an oil leak. The dealership is now saying my vaccum pump is leaking and is no longer under warranty for them to fix it. Their quote 960. I checked on the part its 257 new. Even though I didn't file a complaint or cost them money when they forgot to connect my brakes bake they are going to charge me 700 dollars in labor. My car is only a 2008 and has been in the shop more in one year than any of my other cars combined. It is daily a safety hazard because of the lingering of fixing my car right the very first day I took it to the dealership june of 2010.

Filed Jun 28, 2011 · Brakes · 48,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the rear brake pad locked while driving, due to the brake pad being stuck. When the contact put the vehicle in park, the brake pad fell off onto the floor. The dealer diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new brake caliper and brakes. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified, but did not assist the contact with the repairs. The failure mileage was 48,000 and the current mileage was 49,000.

Filed Jan 10, 2011 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 31,010 miles · IL

Front passenger ABS wire came out of bracket and rubbed on the axle. Abs light and traction control light came on...ABS is inoperable. Dealership said it was caused by snow and ice. We live in illinois where there is snow and ice 6 months out of the year. Why is this kind of engineering allowed in snowy climates if it is unable to probably function. This is a safety hazard as the brake line is also fastened to this bracket. When checking online this seems to be a very recurring issue. We will be needing to get this fixed....car is under warranty but they say this does not fall under the warranty. The repair is $506.00 for an entire wire harness. We have owned autos and vans since the inception of ABS. We have never had a vehicle that has had this problem.

Filed Nov 22, 2010 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · KS

Rear brake pads on my 2008 volkswagen jetta are worn down to nothing and my front brake pads are just about perfect. Have noticed many online forums have mentioned this problem as well.

Filed Nov 10, 2010 · Brakes · 83,950 miles · NC

I have a 2008 vw jetta and I have had to have the brake pads, rotors and calipers replaced now for a 3rd time. The first 2 times happened within the first 12 months of owning the vehicle.

Filed Sep 15, 2010 · Brakes · 18,000 miles · OH

I have a 2008 jetta, with an automatic transmission and I have been the sole owner. The car has 18,000 miles and needs new back brakes. Vw says it is no longer under warranty and will not pay for brakes. They told me that there is 'equal wear' on both back brakes (the front are fine); however, when I looked at the brakes with the vw mechanic, there was not equal wear. I am contesting the issue and believe that it is a mechanical problem and not a case of natural wear.