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2011 Volkswagen Jetta engine problems
115 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 47,637. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 115
- of this car's complaints
- 19%
- typical mileage
- 47,637
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Engine: diesel2
- Engine2
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe1
- Exhaust system: emission control1
- Cooling system: radiator assembly1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Volkswagen Jetta engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Stalling 100Check engine light 50Loss of power 47Won't start 30Engine failure 17Misfire 6
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 jetta sedan vehicles manufactured from march 18, 2010, through august 22, 2011. Some vehicles had a stainless steel exhaust tip installed at the port during importation. These exhaust tips may extend beyond the original length of the factory-installed exhaust pipes. It is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a person's leg.
- Risk
- If the tailpipe extension is hot during inadvertent contact, a burn could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the stainless steel exhaust tips as necessary free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.
Recall number 11V466000 · Recall details
What 2011 Volkswagen Jetta owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Car was being driven and coils snapped caused, tire to pop damaging front end. Car was being driven and randomly shut off in middle of road. Driving vehicle shifting into gear lags, check engine light is on, had reader and said that valve 2 has low pressure. As a result clanking and loose noise sounds are heard when driven from drivers side.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The engine stalls intermittently while driving as listed in a recall for 2011 VW Jettas. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I was at risk of an accident when the car stalls while driving on the road and on the highway. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes, the Ontario Volkswagen dealership has been able to see the car intermittently stalling while being serviced. I took the car to the Volkswagen dealership and asked them to contact corporate for a solution to the problem. They replaced 2 sensors and the problem still persists. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No warning lights or messages appear prior to engine stalling.
I recently bought a 2011 volkswagen jetta tdi last owner wasn't aware of recalls, car started throwing white smoke, my local service mecanics NORTHWEST EXPRESS AUTO CARE let me know that the problem is a recall on emission need to fix but dealer don't want to do it
At various times my car will randomly stall and it's not showing any warning lights to indicate what's wrong or when it will happen.
Water pump busted while driving at 20 miles an hour
It started singing real load and my light for my coolant started blinking red
The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the splash guard detached from the vehicle and damaged the radiator. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his destination. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
This engine or transmission is acting odd it boggs down for no reason and I know for a fact there should be a recall from the wiring harness back in 2011. I accidentally clicked it was fixed when I pushed the wrong button and it wouldnt let me undue it. Stalls white smoke out the tail pipes in gusts. Foul smell in vents
Ignition switch. Having a hard time turning car off.
Questions about the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta engine
Does the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta have engine problems?
Owners have filed 115 complaints about the engine of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 19% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2011 Volkswagen Jetta engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 47,637 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 11V466000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Volkswagen Jetta have bad engine?
The Volkswagen Jetta model years with the most engine complaints are 2010 (188 complaints), 2009 (168 complaints) and 2019 (149 complaints).
Other 2011 Volkswagen Jetta problems
Electrical 186Fuel system 166Transmission 54Lights 42Airbags 37Brakes 28Acceleration 26Visibility 26Steering 23Driver assistance 22Body 20Tires 14Seat belts 8Wheels 8Locks 7Suspension 7Seats 3
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