2005 Volkswagen Jetta Problems and Repair Histories
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2005 Volkswagen Jettas for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Volkswagen Jetta Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2005 | Volkswagen Jetta | 11 Jettas, 9.4 months of data per Jetta, average 88000 miles Small sample size. Join or 11 Jettas, 9.4 months of data per Jetta, average 88000 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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| 2005 | Volkswagen Jetta diesel | 12 Jetta diesels, 11.4 months of data per Jetta diesel, average 129700 miles Small sample size. Join or 12 Jetta diesels, 11.4 months of data per Jetta diesel, average 129700 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 158000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 161500 | 120 | secondary in-tank fuel pump wasn't working |
| Jun | 2011 | 170000 | 135 | MAF sensor not functioning correctly. Loss of power at highway speeds. Replaced part and now it runs fine. |
| Oct | 2011 | 177000 | 1500 | A mechanic on vacation suggested new injector nozzles. I sent them to be overhauled but they couldn't test the backflow valve. Intalled the new rebuilt injectors and the car runs worse. Sending them back to rebuilder. |
| Jun | 2012 | 182000 | 500 | Determined the rough idle was a bad injector. Replaced all four with slightly used injectors and the car runs fine now. |
| Mar | 2013 | 192000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Manitoba, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 164300 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 164300 | 131 | Battery light blinked so I had the alternator rebuild before I ended up with a break down. |
2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 65100 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 66960 | 200 | Hand Brake Cable replaced. Brake Conduit was damaged. Rust on both fender, It was covered by a Technical Service Bulletin, Dealer will call me back when VW authorize a warranty repair |
| Nov | 2011 | 74400 | 100 | All the interior lighting stopped working. Wire from Body Computer cracked in the main harness. |
| Jan | 2012 | 75420 | 200 | Glow plugs replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 83080 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Alaska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 73000 | 489 | I used B2 biodiesel one time from Premier Ag in Columbus, IN in March 2007. Car began smoking, stuttering on acceleration. Took to dealer Dreyer&Reinbold, Greenwood, IN 3 times in March and April 2007 and each time they "treated" it and sent me away ... |
| Oct | 2009 | 88000 | 845 | Bloomington,IN serviceman knew camshaft and lifters had been a problem in these diesels. He replaced camshaft, 4 lifters in 2 cyls. Runs like a charm again! VW dealer would have had me spend $3800 to replace complete injector system. Would not have fixed! |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 153 | Reinstall driver's window in track. Required pull of window to access mechanism. Window scratched during repair. | |
| Sep | 2009 | 75000 | 100 | scheduled timing belt replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | 112000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2006 | 14880 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 22940 | 0 | One headlight burned out, then two weeks later, before I'd had a chance to take it in, the other one did too, necessitating a high-priority visit. The manual says I shouldn't try to change an H7 bulb myself, but on the plus side, it's covered by warranty |
| Jun | 2008 | 29760 | 0 | Turn signal "clicker" once again giving intermittent false positive "clicks" with no control input; neither turn signals or indicator lights were activated |
| Jan | 2009 | 34720 | 0 | The usual VW trick of the window failing to move, then falling into the door. |
| Feb | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 10 | low beam bulb replacement | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 78000 | 236 | During pre-purchase inspection, mechanic told me the front strut mounts were collapsed. They were indeed squished (due to time). I replaced the bushings and associated bearings as well as the front struts. |
| Jan | 2011 | 95300 | 40 | Check engine light came on over a year ago (AutoZone scanner said coolant temp sensor). Car in for routine maintenance, problem repaired concurrently w/ service items. |
| Jul | 2011 | 100000 | 600 | Preemptive timing belt and water pump replacement. Sway bar bushings replaced due to squeak in front end. |
| Jan | 2012 | 109000 | 0 | Engine skid plate fell off |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 118000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 119000 | 250 | timing belt changed at 118000 miles on the odo. waited for all the parts from dieselgeeks. |
| Aug | 2010 | 152000 | 270 | Service Sun Roof drainage issue, Transmission fluid change on the "tiptronic" |
| Dec | 2010 | 162000 | 148 | Drive axles to driver and passenger side needed replacing, signs of "wobble" upon acceleration and speed. During the replacement I've noticed low pad wear to the front rotors and replaced with EBC product. |
| Apr | 2011 | 166000 | 0 | Glow plugs changed to stainless steel and ECM reflash, quiet and less "shaking," 42-44 MPG. Went to VW "Rod East" in San Antonio, TX. Many thanks to "Raul" shop foreman. Found "old" glow plugs damaged. Wires checked as well. |
| Mar | 2013 | 174000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 95000 | 17 | Upper intake hose near the turbo becomes loose on the TDI engine. A factory replacement would cost over $200. Bought an aftermarket part from Bailey Enterprises to replaced the factory clip with the aftermarket part. Total repair time was less than an hou |
| Jan | 2013 | 176700 | 4900 | Tiptronic transmission failure Total replacement needed |
| Feb | 2013 | 178300 | 850 | EGR pipe on turbo cracked and was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 180000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 105000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 108000 | 400 | Driveline vibration due to dual mass flywheel failure. Replaced with single mass flywheel and clutch kit. Rear engine and front transmissions seals replaced at time of repair. |
| Jun | 2009 | 150000 | 50 | Grinding / squealing noise from alternator pulley. Replaced it. |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 132000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 150000 | 0 | Dual Mass Flywheel failure |
| Mar | 2012 | 165000 | 250 | Fuel pump died, replaced in 30 mins with new pump. |
| Sep | 2012 | 178000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 57000 | 345 | Glow plug code. Most likely cause is a change in resistance after replacing ceramic with still glow plugs. No fault was found in the glow plug system. This service event was part of a scheduled maintenance and not a special trip |
| Aug | 2011 | 60000 | 300 | Temperature sensor |
| Dec | 2011 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 66960 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 71300 | 40 | A piece of plastic beneath the engine had broken away and was scraping on the ground. Replaced piece. Coolant sensor was throwing an intermittant "low coolant" warning. Shop has not fixed it yet. |
| Dec | 2009 | 72540 | 0 | Moon roof was leaking. Shop repaired leak but we'll have to wait until next rain to know if repair was successful. |
| Mar | 2010 | 76260 | 0 | Airbag warning light. Airbag was malfunctioning. Replacement airbag was installed. |
| Oct | 2010 | 84080 | 0 | Bushing in front end needed to be replaced. wire for brake lights became disconnected, had to be reattached. |
| Jul | 2011 | 92980 | 1200 | Engine skid plate had begun to fall off and was dragging on the ground. Part was removed and will replace when a used one becomes available. E-brake cable was loose. Had to be adjusted and tightened. |
| May | 2012 | 100800 | 320 | left strut mount worn, needed to be replaced sway bar worn out left tie rod worn out turbo hose loose left front wheel bearing worn out turbo hose replaced replaced wheel bearing (drivers side front) |
| Jan | 2013 | 109920 | 100 | underpower code 0299. car has no pickup. issue related to turbo. still working to resolve. |
| Mar | 2013 | 111600 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 30380 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 33020 | 0 | The driver side window got frozen to the window seals and I used the electric window to clear the water from the window. The window and the actuator bracket became seperated and after thawing the window fell into the door. This is a known problem. |
| Jul | 2010 | 36560 | 26 | Replaced both head light bulbs as low beam burned out on both. Very easy job to do and saved $90 had I taken it to the dealer. |
| Dec | 2010 | 41540 | 0 | Catalytic converter replaced which is a known defect so it was replaced at no cost. |
| Mar | 2012 | 63860 | 900 | the timing belt was worn and was replaced |
| Oct | 2012 | 81220 | 1340 | severely corroded oil pan needed to be replaced front brakes replaced Corroded mid engine transmission mount mid-exhaust system has a hole |
| Mar | 2013 | 89900 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 69300 | 1500 | Thermostat went out. Burned out the impeller of the water pump. Dealer replaced Thermostat, water pump and timing belt. All runs well now. |
| Dec | 2012 | 77000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volkswagen Jetta in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 30000 | 199 | I had taken my car to the dealership for 30,000 mile service. After completion they informed me that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. Not trusting them, I took the car to a local Midas that I usually use and had them re-inspect. They ... |
| Jun | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004.5 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 74000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 77000 | 0 | I replaced the brake pads on my own, and when I did, the bleeder valve on the caliper stripped out, apparently due to the fact that it was an aluminium caliper and a steel valve plug. Rethreaded it and put a bleeder kit into it. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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