2009 Volkswagen Jetta: brake failure

Filed Mar 25, 2024 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 182,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake pads made grinding sounds. The brake pedal went to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The ABS, traction control, and brake warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the speedometer was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) which was associated with the VIN. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, who performed the recall repair under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) by updating the ABS control module software; however, the failure recurred. The dealer informed the contact that the ABS module required replacement but that the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 182,000.

Filed Sep 9, 2020 · Brakes, Electrical · 130,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that while driving, the ABS warning light along with several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle started shaking while shifting gears. Additionally, the brakes failed to work effectively while depressing the brake pedal. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to shift gears correctly. The steering wheel was difficult to turn and was shaking. The contact stated that the RPM was fluctuating. The vehicle was turned off and restarted however, the failure recurred. The check engine, power steering and epc warning lights were also illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle drove normally for a while before the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to hansel volkswagen (2951 corby ave, santa rosa, ca 95407) and was diagnosed however, the mechanic was unable to update the ABS software. The dealer informed the contact that the ABS module was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the ABS module failed internally. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Apr 11, 2018 · Airbags, Brakes · 163,129 miles · VA · crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2009 volkswagen jetta. While driving 30 MPH, the ABS warning indicator illuminated as the brake pedal was depressed. The contact's vehicle did not stop and crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact to call her insurance company. The manufacturer opened case number: 180215369. The vehicle was towed and deemed a total loss. The dealer was not contacted. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control) after the crash, which could have contributed to the brake failure. The failure mileage was 163,129. *tt engine was placed with a remanufactured engine in november 2014 due to original engine failure. The mileage for original replacement engine was approximately 38,000 miles.

Filed May 23, 2017 · Brakes, Seats · CA

Drivetime-downey sold me the above vehicle with no brakes, blown air compressor, and a faulty transmission. The bureau of automotive repairs is investigating the warranty company that failed to repair the brakes.

Filed Feb 28, 2017 · Brakes · 61,000 miles · PA · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. While driving 25 MPH, the brakes failed when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle began spun and crashed into a wall. The ABS warning indicator illuminated intermittently. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the communication to the ABS module failed. The ABS module and pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall despite having the same failure. The failure mileage was 61,000.*bf

Filed May 13, 2012 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · OH · crash

Brakes squealed from the date of delivery in march 2009. Vehicle was taken to vw service department on several occasions to inspect brakes. I was told each time that that's common in the vw jetta and I had to get used to it. Brakes seemed to fail on several occasions and caused an accident. Vehicle was taken to vw service after accident several times to inspect brakes and each time I was told nothing is wrong until they finally replaced the booster and the sway bar links. After vehicle was delivered back to me, the brake fluid started to leak and the brake warning light keeps illuminating. Vw said that nothing is wrong with the car. The car has delayed braking and sometimes no brakes and is dangerous on the roads, especially the highway.