2014 Volkswagen Jetta: engine stalls while driving

Filed Dec 19, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · FL

First owner, brought brand new, serviced the car every 5k, current 61000 mileage, no prior repair or accident. Nov 16, 2022 Jetta’s engine light went on suddenly, next day engine light off, then it went on and off for a couple of days. Drove to the dealership Nov 21, was refused to check as they're too busy; drove to AutoZone Nov 22, did a diagnostic check, trouble code P0131 (power train system) and 02214-002(Anti-lock Brake System), suggested replacement of an Oxygen sensor. Four days later on Nov 26, drove at the parking lot at low speed between 10-15 mph, the car suddenly stalled for the first time. Was able to drive 1.6 miles back home at very low speed. Nov 28, 2022 Dealership was fully booked; was able to drive the car to a close-by shop who said could fix it. The independent shop replaced two oxygen sensors, spark plugs, spark plug wire set, fuel system treatment and coil ignition. Pick car, stall persisted. Drove back, at second attempt, the shop claimed they replaced one faulty oxygen sensor, still was unable to fix the issue and towed the car to the dealership, dealership test drove multiple times and found nothing wrong. Dec 4, picked up the car, stall persisted within an hour. Called the shop, they didn't know what to do and suggested taking the car to the dealership. Dec 5, drove the car with no problem to the dealership. Described the issue, asked for a 60,000 miles maintenance and check crankshaft sensor, both refused by the service consultant. Asked to check all the parts been replaced. Dec 7, dealership called, claimed three mechanics were working on it and could not pinpoint the problem, best guess is ECM but no guarantee. Dec 9, picked up the car, car stalled three times within two minutes leaving the dealership; unable to hit 30 mph on highway, dangerous to drive in daytime traffic; found a parking lot and had the car towed back home. Today Dec 19, car stalls within a minute of starting. Not safe to drive. VW America declined buy back.

Filed Jan 19, 2022 · Engine · PA

While driving home from work the vehicle suddenly stopped and stalled in the middle of the road creating an unsafe condition with regard to oncoming traffic. There were no indicator lights that the vehicle was in need of attention, the check engine light was never on, the car had sufficient oil and gas and the battery less than a year old. The vehicle had to be towed. After having a mechanic look at it was told the engine seized and will have to be replaced. The car is only 6 years old and has less than 85k miles on it. Upon looking into the issue with 2014 VW Jettas, I have read several reports of similar instances happening to many others, some even within a year of owning the car. This is a safety hazard. When I spoke to VW of America, I was told there was a recall of the ECM (electronic control module) however they would not give me information as to whether this would cause the car to stall or to need a new engine and would not pay to have their faulty vehicle taken to the dealership via a tow.

Filed Jan 6, 2022 · Transmission · FL

2014 VW JETTA HYBRID. DQ200 complete failure. Vehicle shuts off while driving and won’t go into gear. Taken to Osteen VW Jacksonville Fl. Osteen VW + personal research shows that my vehicle ( should** ) be included in RECALL [ 34J6 ] the federal safety agency CAMPAIGN 19V86600. Have contacted VW Customer support, they told me to screw the off, that only the federal safety agency can add my vin #. Why is my Vin # not added when 100% of everything involving Recall 34J6 matches my vehicle??? Please lord help me- my car has been in my driveway useless for over a year. I do not have $9000 for this repair. There are literally hundreds of people in my shoes dealing with this identical issues. Please help all of us.

Filed Apr 27, 2021 · Transmission · 160,000 miles · CA

In early april, my 2014 jetta started experiencing jerking into gear while driving occasionally. It appeared that inclines or acceleration (even though both were gentle) were the culprit. So I tried to drive the car even gentler than I already am. On april 16, however, the car almost completely stalled on a busy 75 MPH highway multiple times. As such, I was driving at 20mph in case it was sudden acceleration and speed that was the culprit. I couldn't drive any faster. As you can imagine, this makes for an extremely dangerous situation. So this is happening every time I accelerate for the next few weeks. I bite the bullet and drive on the right lane at very slow speeds on the freeway, because I don't have any other form of transportation. I take it to aamco on april 20th, and the mechanics there are all terribly slick and sleazy. They [xxx] me and essentially want to charge me $4000 to fix the torque converter/transmission. Which is completely ridiculous, because according to kbb my car couldn't be worth more than $2k. Now, I've taken my jetta to be recalled for two separate issues (the specifics I forget) over the past two years. Never has vw ever mentioned there was a problem with 2014 transmission/power trains. Upon doing research, there are heaps of folks experiencing the same issue as me. Some are eligible for recall, some are not. This is all dependent on VIN. Now, I call my local dealership and they say my VIN isn't eligible for recall. However, I disagree. The problems that are plaguing my jetta are the exact same symptoms listed on their website - basically that the transmission is faulty. The o-ring seals are clearly leaking fluid, which is in turn coming in contact with my hot engine. My car overheats and smokes, and totally stalls. I think that despite what the dealership says, my jetta is eligible for this recall. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 6, 2021 · Transmission · 88,000 miles · DC

The car started to sputter as you press the gas. It stalls and then pulls back, not allowing a smooth drive. It almost caused an accident at an intersection after driving through a stop sign. It is almost as if the battery and the car are fighting to see which mechanism drives the car and then the battery does not engage. The transmission was stated that it needed to be replaced due to the issue. This car has had another recall for faulty transmission parts.

Filed Feb 18, 2021 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · FL

Got this car for my 16 year old son. It keeps stalling while he is driving and also while idling. Been to shop 2 times. Have replaced fuel pump and crankshaft and it still doesn't work right and I'm out $1200 in repairs! Service cannot figure out what is going on. They have had the car a week....then 2 weeks...and it still is stalling. This is a life threatening situation. I hate this car and feel absolutely ripped off buying it used. If something happens to my child because of this stalling issue, vw is going to be held responsible. I have seen years and years of complaint about this issue online and no one has ever gotten a resolution. This is unacceptable.

Filed Dec 14, 2020 · Engine · 69,000 miles · NY

Car began using excessive oil in last year. Started about 60,000 miles. Currently 69,000. Today would not start and no low oil light. Checked oil and low. Added 1 quart in a 4 quart system car started, ran. Dealership says they all burn oil .some burn a quart every 1500 miles. The 2.0 liter turbo engine im finding is the culpirt. Have one other in car a tiguan but no problem yet (2018 model year). If this oil get low as driving with no check oil light coming on 1( can it stall and possibly cause accident.or 2) kill motor and loose power to all and possibly cause accident? Any other complaints? Any help as what to do? Thank you

Filed Oct 13, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 113,000 miles · MD

When the vehicle downshifts to lower gears the engine stutters and eventually stalls out

Filed Aug 3, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 68,000 miles · NH

Epc warning light came on suddenly; vehicle throttled down and continued to buck and stall out; loss of power and speed. Very dangerous while in traffic. No specific diagnostic code(s) were saved or triggered. This causes costly and unneeded diagnostics and repairs

Filed May 31, 2020 · Engine · 102,000 miles · FL

Event's started last year in december. Vehicle started experiencing inconsistent rpms at idle noticeably after 1 minute that will fluctuate between 600 to 900, even spiking to 1.2k rpms. Recorded a video as evidence (vw mechanic said that meant nothing to him at "~30-40+ years experience"). When slowing to a stop at an intersection, engine will sometimes cease (some say stall) and no longer operate. Vehicle will run on the high-way. Will start around 80% of the time after 'stall' regarding reducing speed to stop. Local auto-parts shop code read "p0011 cam...bank 1 over-advanced". My car is a se 1.8l tsi. Repair estimate is over $3,000 for what vw dealer had quoted as a "stretched time-chain and faling tensioner." (paid over $150 for diagnostic.) vw mechanics never took a look inside engine to prove their findings according to verbal interaction. Wouldn't provide answers to questions I asked. Mileage problems became noticeable: around 100,000 vehicle miles. Vehicle had no issues at time of purchase. Requesting recall repair as remedy. To my knowledge vehicle is within nominal maintenance recommendations prior to issue. Vehicle is currently parked. Additionally, key-lock column has malfunctioned as key was stuck with engine running. Key would be very warm to the touch. No idea why or how it is possible. Request recall to fix engineering error without or significantly reduced expenses. What documentation/supplemental evidence is available upon request. Average speed for observation of issue is up to 40-45 MPH. Vw dealer withholds parts number information for parts specific to my vehicle. Withheld my diagnostic report after verbal expression "...proprietary information." did not get this response after paying for one before.

Filed Mar 7, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 90,000 miles · NJ

My jetta began having issues starting once driven. It progressed to stalling while idling and at traffic lights. It further progressed to stalling while driving, slowing for turns ect. The emc relay was replaced by mechanic. Apparently this is a common problem that needs to be recalled by volkswagen

Filed Dec 7, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 70,000 miles · AZ

My vehicle; for months now, has either not started up right away or shut off while driving through city streets and a major freeway. While driving the car loses power but the battery has power. Power steering becomes lost and I have to push the vehicle off the road or freeway. The vehicle has a rough idol when this occurs and becomes unsafe to handle and carefully remove from a busy road.I have taken it in to vw service multiple times and thet cannot fix it. No code comes up on their diagnostic computer and no check engine dash lights illuminate. This issue seems as though it is impossible to fix by the dealership who sold it to me, and self diagnosing is out of my league.