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2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (11%)
Suspension and Steering (4%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (26%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 46 repairs.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (69%)
Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2014 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Feb 20155000 mi | Blower Motor Resistor failed | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2015 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Feb 201514000 mi | Intermittent rattle in the headliner on the driver's side. Dealer reported the side curtain airbag harness was improperly secured. It was repaired at no charge. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2013 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Mar 201410000 mi | Door sensors erroneously reported driver's side door open.Car couldn't be locked, chimes and int.light remained on while driving. Dealership performed diagnostic, ordered parts but never called back to install. Problem resolved itself. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Alberta, Canada Feb 2014 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Feb 201510100 miC $250 | Fog light shattered by rock. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Florida, United States Oct 2013 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Aug 201412800 mi | weatherstripping rear passenger door was installed with loop at bottom corner; dealer instructed me (at my request) how to repair: I bought weatherstripping cement, trimmed part to fit, and cemented. Job successful. | ||
| Jan 20166800 mi | Engine problem light illuminated. Code indicates CO sensor. Mechanic said probably not a problem. Car is sitting til I return in a month. Meanwhile waiting to see what VW does to resolve diesel problems. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Apr 2014 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Mar 2017103000 miUS $150 | replaced compressor control valve...system had to be evacuated, part installed ,then freon put back in. | ||
| Jun 2017120000 miUS $197 | battery exploded | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Dec 2013 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Aug 201411000 mi | Slight water leak at upper rear window on passenger rear door. The dealer reset the door seal and it's fine. | ||
| Oct 201413800 mi | A seal between the fender and body located at the front of the door jamb came off. A mechanic standing on the service aisle heard my story and went to get some glue. Fixed and on my way in about 10 minutes. Wasn't even written up. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Feb 2021 - Feb 2022 | |||
| Feb 2022111000 mi | Intake flap | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Alberta, Canada Oct 2020 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 2021120280 miC $350 | CV Boot replacement Hub bearing replaced | ||
| May 2022133300 miC $100 | intake manifold runner sensor repaired with aftermarket bracket | ||
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2014 - Apr 2015 | |||
| Sep 20143000 mi | The panoramic sunroof kept falsely activating the pinch-protection and wouldn't shut unless the wind deflector was held down. Dealer replaced wind deflector and rectified issue. | ||
| Mar 201517000 mi | Sunroof refused to close, and then broke. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Virginia, United States Dec 2020 - Dec 2021 | |||
| Jul 202149000 mi | The diesel particulate filter (DPF) failed. This is especially noteworthy because VW replaced the DPF 14 months prior as a result of the dieselgate recall. This part failed 14 months later in July 2021. It was covered under VWs extended emission warranty. speed sensor failed on one wheel | ||
| Oct 202150000 miUS $220 | Speed sensor in one of the wheels failed. This disabled ABS and TSP / ESP systems. A lot of warning lights | ||
| Dec 202151000 miUS $100 | Water leaking causing the headliner to stain. Entire panoramic roof assembly and the headliner was replaced. This repair was a dealer debacle that took two months. I involved VW of America because the dealer experience was less than satisfactory. I was given a loaner for the duration of the repair. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2014 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Jun 201411000 mi | leaking intercooler o-ring | ||
| Mar 201533000 mi | sunroof rattling over bumps and not closing from the tilt position. 1st trip tracks were lubed and frame adjusted. Problems returned. | ||
| Apr 201533000 mi | 2nd visit for sunroof not closing and rattling, lubed and adjusted again. dealer kept overnight they tested and noise returned. dealer replaced roof assy. noise returned in 3 days 3rd visit for sunroof not closing and rattling. dealer again lubed and adjusted roof tracks. kept overnight had VW corporate tech inspect, vehicle returned to me. 3 days later problem has returned. roof currently stuck open | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States May 2014 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 20146000 mi | 1 of 2 engine Cooling fans not working. Fan replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Colorado, United States May 2014 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Jun 20159000 mi | Stability control error light reset. No issues with system found. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Minnesota, United States Dec 2015 - Feb 2017 | |||
| Jan 2016 | Seat belt latch sensor faulty, made SRS light come on. Replaced under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States May 2016 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 201620000 mi | In tank fuel pump broke apart requiring replacement of total fuel delivery system- pumps, pipes, injectors etc. | ||
| Jan 2017 | fuel pump broke apart with metal pieces contaminating fuel system | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Jul 2014 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Apr 201512800 mi | Rear fender on the driver's side was starting to come unfastened. The screw/bolt was defective. Probably due to faulty installation at the factory or a defective piece that held the bolt. The dealer replaced the fender. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Maryland, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jan 2016 | Intercooler Icing issue, engine ingested water, causing stumbling and hard starting. | ||
| Apr 201624000 mi | HPFP failed, VW tried not to cover, needed to get insurance and threaten with lawyer to get them to cover under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Aug 201520000 mi | Lumbar support knob for front passenger seat broke and was replaced under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Nov 2014 - May 2016 | |||
| May 201630000 mi | Replaced ECU | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Connecticut, United States Jul 2015 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 201515000 mi | Faulty intake sensor- got a loaner because of xmas holiday. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States May 2015 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Jun 201529000 mi | Reported wheel bearing noise diagnosed as cupped tires. (Actually feathering is correct description) | ||
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in North Dakota, United States Apr 2015 - May 2017 | |||
| Feb 201718000 mi | Reported a buzzing noise coming from blower motor on cold days. Dealer replaced blower motor and recirculator under warranty. Problem has not arisen two weeks after repair. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Feb 202238000 miUS $138 | Evap problem fixed on second attempt a week later. Evaporative system leak causing check engine codes | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Michigan, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2023 | |||
| Apr 20159000 mi | Whine in transmission between 56 and 58mph. Dealer replaced transmission under warranty | ||
| Aug 201511500 mi | A/C seemed weak, took an hour to cool car in 80 degree weather. Dealer said system was undercharged. No leaks. System recharged under warranty. | ||
| Jul 201619700 mi | Rattle in rear of car when going over sharp bumps. Dealer traced noise to missing clip on left rear brake caliper. New clip installed under warranty. Rattle is gone. | ||
| May 202263000 miUS $460 | E-brake cable corroded and seized. Replace both e-brake cables. | ||
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2014 - Jul 2022 | |||
| May 202248360 miC $800 | Oxygen sensor failed | ||
| Jul 202248360 miC $800 | Cam sensor replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Vermont, United States Mar 2014 - May 2017 | |||
| May 20158000 mi | Wind noise driver's door. Dealer replaced door seal. Noise decreased but not eliminated. | ||
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Wyoming, United States Mar 2013 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Aug 201418300 mi | Sunroof rattled over anything but the smoothest pavement. The dealer cleaned and lubed it and it seems to be 95+% better. | ||
| May 201527700 mi | Clunking could be heard at low speeds. The right front sway bar end link was replaced. The rear center seatbelt would not retract. Apparently VW would not replace it under warranty, though the dealership was able to get it working again. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Jun 2013500 mi | rar gate difficult to close. latch replaced at 500 miles | ||
| Jul 201645000 miUS $500 | O2 sensor failed for the second time | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Oregon, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Apr 201528000 mi | turbo oil return line seal leaking intercooler froze up during cold weather, car would not start. knew of these problems from forums, so had it towed rather than try to start. TSB was performed, part replaced. foam pieces in door jamb fell off, dealer glued them back on | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Connecticut, United States Apr 2014 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Jun 201526000 mi | Heat plates rubbing steering column. Causing news and vibration. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in South Carolina, United States Dec 2013 - May 2015 | |||
| Oct 201433700 miUS $100 | Windshield cowl has too big of holes, lets in water oak tree leaves. Backs up the moonroof/pano roof drains... leaks water into the interior. | ||
| May 201547000 mi | Recall, glow plug module on TDIs | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Quebec, Canada Nov 2016 - Oct 2018 | |||
| Jan 2017C $500 | Spring coil cracked, damaged shock absorber and its bearing. | ||
| Jun 201867580 miC $250 | Stabilizer Link Was loose and replaced Door Hinge was loose and rattling, Door was hitting frame when closing | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2016 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Apr 201765000 miUS $800 | Broken rear spring -- both rear springs replaced | ||
| Jun 201770000 miUS $300 | Rear O2 sensor triggered a check engine light. Dealer followed procedure for clearing code and flashing an update. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2012 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Aug 201442000 mi | Dealer reported leak in a/c system and claimed it to be in the condenser. I chose not to have them repair it because I don't have confidence in their opinion. | ||
| Jan 201535800 mi | VWoA picked up the cost of an exhaust flap and a 'cold weather intercooler kit'. They did not pick up the cost of a new starter because I had it done at an independent garage. It burned out trying to turn over the 'frozen' engine. | ||
| Apr 201553500 mi | AC leak fixed. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Utah, United States May 2013 - Feb 2016 | |||
| Nov 201443000 mi | Check engine light on. Glow plug module fault errors. Turned out to be a corroded ground wire. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Florida, United States Jul 2015 - Mar 2017 | |||
| May 201575000 miUS $1264 | Solenoid on A/C compressor failed. Control valve needed to be replaced and system recharged. The drain tube from panoramic sunroof was never properly connected to the drain over the rear wheel well. As a result, the water would leak behind the interior panel in the back of the car filling the spare tire well with water | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Nova Scotia, Canada Nov 2013 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Dec 201416740 mi | Check engine light appeared, faulty oxygen sensor to blame. Fixed under warranty, no cost to me. | ||
| Jun 201638440 mi | Replaced sway bar bushings under warranty | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Quebec, Canada Nov 2012 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 201426040 mi | Check-engine light. Exhaust flap module malfunction. | ||
| Apr 201643900 mi | Loose suspension link causing loud rattle | ||
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Virginia, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jan 201441500 mi | Squeak in front suspension | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Sep 2013 - May 2015 | |||
| May 201412300 miUS $160 | airbag module married to passenger occupancy module | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Jul 2013 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Oct 20132300 mi | Windshield broke with no explanation | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Washington, United States Jul 2013 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jun 201515000 mi | Sun roof rattles | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Colorado, United States Dec 2015 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Dec 201535000 mi | diesel related problem that caused loss of power. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Nov 2012 - Feb 2017 | |||
| Dec 20126000 mi | driver sun visor light failed in a few weeks passenger door handle lock cover keeps failing off. Dealer has ordered a new plastic cover and will have to paint it once it comes in Inside car rattle near driver's head. Seems to come from sun roof area. two trips to dealer. Liner replaced and sun roof lube added. After 2 visits not fixed and rattle may be loose. Audi A3 and other VW sportwagen owners report same Third time in for sun roof headliner rattle Even sent a video to service manager included sound and location time of rattle Repeat issue with passenger door handle lock cover keeps falling off. New one came off within a week. Same sun roof headliner rattle car has been in dealer 3 times at least one day each time. | ||
| Feb 201310000 mi | Drivers site door (Window) screeches when opened very loud | ||
| Jan 201428000 mi | Sunroof rattle squeak. Dealer replaced the composite sunroof frame and so far the noise is gone. Very happy so far. | ||
| Jun 201555000 miUS $1000 | Did the 40 and 60 k mile service and the Sat Nav system failed. Also a recall VW official and to install window vents accessory. Dealer worked with VW Corp and they covered the replacement cost for a new Sat Nav System | ||
| Jan 201666000 miUS $300 | Windshield washer fluid container leaked due to a split in the plastic seam line. Most likely a MFG defect as no access to the tank is possible by user. Had to wait a week for the part and install took a few hours. Tank would hold about 1/3. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Mar 2021 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Oct 202175691 miC $556 | Right rear coil spring broken. Left rear fatiqued. Replaced both springs. | ||
| Apr 202281530 miC $328 | Rear gate struts were replaced. Complete failure, as they would not hold the rear gate up at all. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Aug 2015 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Apr 201659500 miUS $180 | battery failed and was replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Washington, United States Feb 2015 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Oct 201530500 mi | Performed software TSB related to emissions/fuel economy (not the "dieselgate" fix but an earlier bulletin). | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in District of Columbia, United States Mar 2013 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Jul 20132200 mi | Faulty Pressure switch on my Jetta TDI caused an engine caution light to go on (instrument cluster) and caused the engine to have very limited power | ||
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Minnesota, United States Jun 2015 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Mar 201890500 miUS $500 | the parking brake cable broke and the parking brake locked up. The brake cable was replaced with new parts. The cost of the visit also included new brake fluid and transmission drain and fill. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Washington, United States Jun 2014 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Jan 201874000 miUS $35 | Main serpentine belt was bad, replaced both belts. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Nov 2014 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Dec 201440000 mi | Gas tank air valve | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in North Dakota, United States Oct 2014 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Jan 201653300 mi | Driver seatbelt locked up | ||
| Aug 201687900 mi | Fuel door wouldnt open | ||
| Mar 2018126000 miUS $200 | Belt broke, both belts replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Florida, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 201640800 miUS $260 | Rear hatch lock mechanism failed and replaced. | ||
| Mar 201853000 mi | Battery replaced under warranty after 2 1/2 years. | ||
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Maryland, United States Apr 2022 - Apr 2024 | |||
| Dec 202250000 miUS $65 | Windshield washer pump failed. Replaced - all good now. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States May 2016 - Apr 2019 | |||
| May 201753000 miUS $80 | One rear hatch strut failed, I replaced both with OEM parts | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Oct 2013 - Dec 2021 | |||
| Feb 201522280 mi | Radio display would intermittently washout / turn almost all white and would be unreadable. Still functioned, but would be unreadable. | ||
| Oct 201526860 mi | Replaced radiator after leak detected | ||
| Oct 201735960 miC $300 | Push button start would no longer work reliably. | ||
| Oct 201949600 miC $3000 | Sunroof was leaking, dealer was unable to rectify after numerous attempts at cleaning drainage tubes. Decided, without being 100% certain, sunroof frame was cracked about would need to be replaced. Sunroof leaker again after repair but another round of drain cleaning fixed the issue, which I think was the problem all along. | ||
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automated manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Australian Capital Territory, Australia Dec 2013 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Mar 201633480 mi | Noise from drive bearing (sounded like CV joint but wasn't) | ||
| May 201634720 mi | Pulsing noise coming on turns (deal assures not CV). | ||
| Mar 201855180 miA $1300 | Water pump seized up. Replacement water pump. Two replacement belts needed. Water pump axel bearing destroyed. Implellor seperated from shaft. Axel flopping around. | ||
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Oregon, United States May 2015 - Sep 2015 | |||
| May 201522000 mi | sunroof squeeked | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Jersey, United States May 2015 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jun 201674000 miUS $325 | Replaced AC pressure regulator valve plus routine maintenance. | ||
| Sep 201677000 mi | Previous pressure valve replacemen failed. Proper replacement would have been the compressor. Car being returned to VW soon, so no repair will be done. | ||
| Jan 201770000 mi | The pressure regulator valve resolved the AC issue for a short time. Immediately after repair, the AC was outstanding but after about 3 months, it was back to the original state. Apparently compressor was self-destructing internally. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Georgia, United States Nov 2011 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Dec 20111000 mi | Week old car: battery died while sitting outside on from Xmas Eve until it would not start morning of Dec 26. VW service sent tow truck to jump start. Been fine since in my garage. I'm thinking bad battery. | ||
| Apr 201211500 mi | At 10k service, they determined that instrument cluster was bad. Ordered part and they replaced it in a couple of hours. Symptom was no warning chimes for headlights, and other sounds. Related to my dead battery?? Actual replacement of the cluster - related to warranty maintenance trip | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Connecticut, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Dec 201217000 mi | Headlight began fogging up. Integrity (seal) breached. Dealer replaced it, no problem | ||
| Aug 201448600 miUS $265 | An ABS sensor failed. This was not covered because the car had more than 36K on it | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Jersey, United States Mar 2012 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Aug 20123700 mi | Window was being scored by window frame. Door handle was not working well on passenger side front door. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Jul 2011 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Sep 20115000 mi | Rear Passenger door does not shut nearly as easily as the other doors. It clearly has a manufacturer/build issue; be it a slight misalignment issue or something similar, I don't know. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Maryland, United States Apr 2012 - Feb 2017 | |||
| Dec 201211000 mi | Rough idle after cold start. Dealer replaced fuel pressure retention valve under warranty. | ||
| Mar 201314000 mi | Technicican discovered torn CV boot while replacing punctured tire. Boot was replaced under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ohio, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Oct 201314800 mi | Tire air pressure light stays on but the pressures are all identical. | ||
| Jul 201437200 mi | Roof leak from antenna. Repaired leak and replaced headliner. | ||
| Mar 201654000 miUS $578 | Both front strut springs broken | ||
| Dec 201774000 miUS $225 | Loud popping noise when door opened. Position roller worn (seized with flat spot) Door hinge replaced. | ||
| Jul 201994000 miUS $20 | Fuel door won't open. After careful consultation, mechanic disconnected the wire to the fuel door lock. This fixed the problem and we don't care about someone stealing fuel, we live in a rural area. | ||
| Dec 201997000 miUS $200 | RF Coil Spring broken, replace a/c not working. replaced pressure sensor. recharged | ||
| Feb 2021112000 miUS $100 | cable rusted solid. replace cable rear rotors rusty, pitted, noisy. replaced | ||
| Jun 2021114000 miUS $100 | Rear coil spring broken. Replaced all springs with aftermarket lifting springs to raise height of car 1.5-2" for trailer hitch road clearance. Also added larger anti-sway bars because of higher center of gravity. 4-wheel alignment Parking brake not working again. Unable to repair without replacing calipers, rust damage. | ||
| Jan 2022120000 miUS $250 | Airbag warning light on dash. Traced to a broken wire in the wiring harness that goes to the door. Failed due to constant flexing and was repaired | ||
| Mar 2022122000 miUS $250 | OEM rear calipers rust prevented parking brake cable from working. Replaced calipers for successful fix | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ohio, United States Oct 2011 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Mar 20124000 mi | A/C blowing warm air. Dealer recharged system and checked for leaks. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Jul 2011 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Aug 201221000 mi | "key not in range" displayed with key in ignition. Car started briefly, then died. Would not restart. Was 30 mi from home with no spare key. Car (under warranty) towed to nearest dealer by VW. VW assisted renting a car. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Oct 2018 - Jul 2019 | |||
| Jan 201954000 mi | Kept getting flashing glowplug lights while driving followed by limp mode. The code was diagnosed as a fuel pressure issue. Dealer could not figure out the exact issue and after spending much time at dealership they replaced all three fuel pumps and fuel filter. All covered under warranty. Car is a piece of junk! | ||
| Feb 201956000 miUS $10 | This car is made so poorly the side view mirrors come loose. Not the whole assembly but the glued on mirror portion. I bought some very strong adhesive and glued the mirror back on. Stay away from Volkswagens! | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Kentucky, United States Jul 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Dec 201565000 miUS $250 | Parking brake cable rusted, causing brake to not release. | ||
| Nov 201683800 miUS $150 | High pressure fuel pump failed. Towed to local shop, then dealer. HPF still under warranty. Diesel particulate filter not under warranty. Driving with dashboard warning lights on until buy back available. | ||
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Illinois, United States May 2013 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Dec 201333000 mi | Fuel pump auto shut-off activated immediately upon pumping fuel into car. Only possible to trickle fuel into tank w/o pump shutting down. Replaced fuel filler "flap" assembly (under warranty) | ||
| Sep 201560000 miUS $50 | Start button not operating except when pushed in a very specific location | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Illinois, United States Jul 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| May 201544000 miUS $140 | Check engine light on for code P047F, exhaust flap. Dealer technician confirms exhaust flap is binding. VW refuses coverage under warranty extension VWP-13-05. No repair done. Dealer charges me $140 for the diagnostics. | ||
| Jun 201545000 miUS $135 | Check engine light on for code P047F, exhaust flap. VW refuses coverage under warranty extension VWP-13-05, but offers to cover 85% of repair cost. | ||
| Sep 201664000 miUS $150 | Exhaust temperature sensor #1 failed. Dealer quote $800. Part + tool ~$150. Replaced it myself. | ||
| Jun 201773000 miUS $10 | Black paint panel on passenger side behind front door had developed bubbling paint and rust spots (~2" diameter) after about 2 years. Dealer quote for panel replacement was ~$600. I finally decided to sand and repaint the panel. | ||
| Mar 201884000 mi | Code P0401 insufficient exhaust gas recirculation flow. EGR filter clogged with soot from cracked diesel particulate filter. Both DPF and EGR filter replaced under VW extended diesel emissions warranty included with emissions modification. Cracked DPF most likely caused by modified engine programming included in diesel emissions fix (previous repair). | ||
| Mar 201997800 mi | DPF cracked and EGR filter clogged again; replaced under extended warranty | ||
| May 2022118000 miUS $1200 | Caliper leaking; replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Aug 2014 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jun 201583000 mi | High pressure fuel pump imploded, sending metal shavings throughout fuel system. Everything needed to be replaced. Parts and labor cost 8k but VW (which knows about this problem) has extended the normal warranty on this issue to 120k miles | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Indiana, United States Jan 2013 - Nov 2017 | |||
| Nov 201318700 mi | During visit to dealer for routine maintenance, dealer informed me of a torn cv boot. cv boot was replaced during same visit under warranty. | ||
| May 201429000 mi | Doors would not lock, Check Engine light came on, and glow plug light blinking. | ||
| Feb 201540600 miUS $100 | CD player would not play CDs. Stereo head unit was replaced. | ||
| Sep 201551000 miUS $50 | Engine would surge and hesitate at slow speeds, I asked to have motor mounts, throttle linkage, inspected and ecm eval, they told me ecm flash was available. $50 for diagnosis, quoted 75 for flash, I declined. They then did the flash 4 free. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Apr 201447200 miUS $720 | apparently hit something which put a hole in the compressor (or condenser) | ||
| Dec 201465000 miUS $20 | left rear passenger door continues to be much harder to open and close than the other three doors regardless of temperature | ||
| Dec 201584000 miUS $400 | Front sway bar ends had to be replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Michigan, United States Dec 2014 - Apr 2015 | |||
| Dec 201429000 mi | driver side window clip broke, window fell into frame on one side; could not be raised above a few inches | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Jan 2013 - Feb 2013 | |||
| Feb 201318000 mi | repair has not been completed. The vehicle will hesitate at light or when a you make right or left turn. The pedal needs to be floored | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Apr 20124300 mi | door handle loose - repaired | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Illinois, United States May 2015 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Sep 201536000 miUS $216 | Push button start not working | ||
| Dec 201537000 miUS $500 | water leaking from sunroof drain pipe disengaged. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in North Carolina, United States Aug 2011 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Nov 20116000 mi | Passenger rear window seal misinstalled at manufacturer. Trim was replaced. | ||
| Mar 201497000 miUS $100 | Check engine light on, faulty O2 sensor | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2011 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Dec 201545000 miUS $300 | glow plug module replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Colorado, United States Jul 2011 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Dec 20117000 mi | Replace bad bluetooth module for hands free cell phone. Passenger door arm rest covering detached. | ||
| Feb 201417000 mi | Software update to fix problem with thermostat not heating quickly. | ||
| Nov 201419600 mi | bubble in the chrome trim under gear shift lever | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Florida, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2013 | |||
| Mar 201310000 mi | Mileage had dropped 6 mpg from 48 to 42 on highway and 45 to 39 in town. Engine "tweaked" at no charge. Tire pressure increased with slightly harder ride. All is well | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Colorado, United States Jan 2017 - Jul 2017 | |||
| May 201762000 miUS $3500 | The sunroof jammed open. The roof is out of the tracks and the frame, screen and motor (along with anything else they break while fixing) will need to be replaced. The car is being bought back by VW for the TDI recall instead of having the work completed. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States May 2012 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jun 20123000 mi | Received car with damaged A pillar cover. Still waiting for them to install replacement. Vent under windshield missing center cap. damaged item was replaced | ||
| Oct 20129000 mi | Fuel door did not lock when vehicle was locked. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Maryland, United States Aug 2012 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Mar 201421000 mi | Window off track. Making noise when rolled up. Present since purchase. Repaired for no charge | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Mar 2015 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jan 201550000 miUS $300 | The push-in button got hard to press to start the ignition. I had to FIRMLY touch the side of the big button for it to start. | ||
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Minnesota, United States Apr 2016 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Sep 201744000 miUS $900 | rear coils cracked at base of the coil. All coils were replaced with aftermarket lowering coils and car had a complete four wheel and steering alignment performed. | ||
| Jun 201852000 miUS $600 | Parking brake cable loose, and right rear caliper staying partially engaged. Parking brake cable replaced and both rear calipers replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Jersey, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Apr 201523300 mi | The lock of the rear hatch was broken, such that the rear hatch could not be opened | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Jul 2016 - Aug 2022 | |||
| Mar 201868200 miC $30 | Abnormal loud exhaust. Replace rusted exhaust pipe clamp. | ||
| Aug 202293620 miC $500 | Replace broken rear springs and front stabilizer link. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jul 2012 | Car was delivered with a broken right front strut mount. | ||
| Jun 201310000 mi | Car was better for about a month then a tinnier rattle started but only with a front passenger. Next time the dealer claimed to have fixed something around the right front strut. A month later the tinny rattle returned. | ||
| Mar 201420000 mi | Rattle in right front strut remains. Dealer fixed it twice, now says they cannot duplicate. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2011 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jan 20122000 mi | Engine took excessively long time to reach normal operating temp -- thermostat failing to close completely? Dealer "vacuumed" cooling system (flushed?). Problem was solved. | ||
| Sep 201775000 miUS $1700 | Replaced rotors, pads and rear calipers after parking brake seized | ||
| Dec 201777000 miUS $500 | Tailgate latch replaced; turn signal LED bulb in drivers side mirror replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Illinois, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Dec 201213000 mi | Severe misfire and rough engine running with no power | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Alabama, United States Jan 2012 - Dec 2014 | |||
| May 201321300 mi | The sunroof has a rattle that occurs with bumps or body flex. It has gotten worse with time. Initially is was only during cold weather, but is persistent in warm weather as well. | ||
| Dec 201436000 mi | They were never able to figure out what the sunroof rattle was and it was still there when I returned the car at the end of the lease. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Apr 20122500 mi | unit that thought engine was hot was broken. replaced both engine fans and numerous other electrical related items. the fan would not turn off after driving to the desert and battery died. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Virginia, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Dec 2012 | Vehicle had 300 miles on it. Vehicle died completely in driveway. Wouldn't even jump start. Had to have it towed to dealer. They recharged and checked the battery. They returned vehicle. Part of the air intake became loose. Plastic piece had warped due to heat. Dealer has to order new part for replacement. Drivers side window weather seal was malformed from the factory. Part replaced. Once part was replaced I noticed that the replacement part had tears in the upper seal. Had to RETURN back to dealership to have the same part replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Wisconsin, United States Aug 2012 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Feb 201550000 mi | Gas filler cap would not pop open. Brought back 2 times and dealer ground away a small piece. Third time they replaced the small 'plunger' that activated and then releases the filler cap. This did the trick. Engine MIL on. Only issue they could find was need for software update. I paid $115 for the update. Week later the cruise control would not come on. Problem was with the software update that i paid $115. for. VW fixed it and is refund my $ | ||
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Quebec, Canada Jan 2012 - Feb 2013 | |||
| Apr 20123720 mi | Vibration coming from inside the transmission had to be fixed. Flywheel and clutch were changed. | ||
| Feb 201315500 mi | Recurring vibration problem was finally solved by changing the transmission. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Oregon, United States Feb 2015 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Apr 201542800 miUS $190 | Rear liftgate latch failed | ||
| Jun 201547000 mi | Gas fill door fails to open - adjusted but issue still persists | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Aug 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Oct 201426000 mi | Could not reset service reminder, dealer replaced cluster under warranty. Also oil sensor light came on, supposedly fixed with SW update. Remain to be seen. Could not reset service reminder, dealer replaced cluster under warranty. Also oil sensor light came on, supposedly fixed with SW update. Remain to be seen. | ||
| Jan 201740000 miUS $1300 | Clutch broke apart. Poor design and assembly. Don't buy VW. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
Engine not specified
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Connecticut, United States Aug 2015 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Sep 201589000 miUS $100 | Radio died | ||
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Washington, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2016 | |||
| May 201648700 miUS $1000 | Sunroof leaking. New gasket was placed (different design but not a recall, unbelievably) | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Feb 201215000 mi | Fuel leak found at 10k mile oil change. They cleaned it up and applied the recall. So far so good. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Indiana, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Apr 201470000 miUS $750 | Odometer portion of dash information center stopped working with an error. the in dash info center is being replaced due to failing circuit board. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Minnesota, United States Oct 2012 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Jun 201426000 mi | Leaking seal replaced Turbo oil line leak | ||
| Oct 201427500 mi | Turbo oil line leak repaired, again. Apparently did not seat o-ring properly the first time. | ||
| May 201532200 miUS $225 | Turbo oil line leak, again. Replaced full line for $290, refunded previous $75 charge for seal Odometer module failure. Error code began at dealer. They replaced and calculated that we had 37,000 miles on a car with under 31,000. So about $500 in extra depreciation. Thanks, VW! They've paid half of the $600 charge (so far). | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Sep 201110000 mi | Rattle from pano sunroof and rattle under center console. Sunroof readjusted - fixed. Center console rattle - AC lines were bouncing around - lines re-secured - fixed | ||
| Dec 201115000 mi | Frozen intercooler pipe causing no start condition. Cold weather intercooler kit ordered. This is a known issue by VW; apparently Massachusetts is not a cold enough environment to require this kit from manufacturer. | ||
| Jan 201217000 mi | Installation of cold weather intercooler package. | ||
| May 201224500 mi | panoramic sunroof rattling. Dealer verified - entire sunroof replaced | ||
| Jun 201226000 mi | Odometer stopped operating while car was driving. Car was shutoff when stopped attempting to "re-boot" system. Immobilizer autoactivated rendering car unable to run (it did not recognize the key). 2nd tow required since purchase May 2011 | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Tennessee, United States May 2013 - Feb 2015 | |||
| Oct 201341500 mi | Tire pressure sensor reading "Check Tire Pressure" after tires fully inflated | ||
| Apr 201447300 mi | Rattle/creak coming from the moonroof when going over any sized bump. Dealer said they tightened bolts to fix, exactly the same as before though. To.Be.Continued... | ||
| May 201448000 mi | Moonroof rattling over bumps. Car kept by dealer for almost a month; they even called in the traveling service "expert." Still rattling... About to lose it. | ||
| Jan 201544000 mi | HPFP Failure, entire diesel fuel system replaced. Selling the car ASAP before this happens again off-warranty. | ||
| Feb 201556000 mi | Sunroof rattle never fixed. According to VW it didn't exist. :) | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Mar 2017 | |||
| May 201447120 mi | Panoramic sunroof. Rails replaced Panoramic sunroof Fuel filter replaced due to leak | ||
| Aug 201569300 mi | Rust on trim. Supposed to be 12 yr warranty. VW did not fix | ||
| Sep 201571300 mi | Continued problem with sunroof Water leaking from sunroof drains | ||
| Nov 201573860 miC $300 | Sunroof drains replaced | ||
| Jan 201675420 mi | Replaced sunroof drains, again | ||
| Feb 201796100 miC $699 | Hood release lever and cable broke | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Dec 2010 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Jun 20115000 mi | Vehicle stalled. Would not restart or even 'catch'. Dealer replace throttle body said plate was binding | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2010 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Apr 201321200 mi | Engine light on, failed inspection due to issue with exhaust system. I do not know what, exactly, was wrong; as it was covered by warranty, and was repaired correctly, I didn't really care. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Hampshire, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Oct 201340000 mi | The device added for the misfueling protection recall sometimes interfered with normal fueling. It would sometimes cause the fuel flow to shut off unexpectedly. The dealer removed the protection device. | ||
| Dec 201459000 miUS $250 | Factory RCD 510 premium 8 radio failed. Replaced with salvaged unit from a newer model year. | ||
| Sep 201571000 miUS $120 | Replaced broken door lock actuator. | ||
| Nov 201574000 mi | Airbag light was illuminated and fuse was blown. Wiring harness under passenger seat was not properly strain relieved and rubbing on seat frame. Repaired chafed wires and tied down the harness. It's unclear why the harness was not tied down. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 201127000 mi | diesel fuel gelled in system | ||
| Jan 201454800 mi | injector | ||
| Dec 2015119000 miUS $1100 | Intake motor. Timing belt. Water pump. General tune up | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Kansas, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201575000 miUS $12 | Wiring to turbo boost pressure sensor broke because the factory wiring loom wasn't long enough and wire gage was too small. Soldered extended leads with preinstalled connectors. Wire bought at vw dealership. | ||
| Jun 2018112000 mi | Problem: Fuel door would not open. Tried cycling the door locks. Fix: Using something soft (bicycle tire levers, spring type wooden clothespin (separated), nylon trim removal tools), pry the rear side of the door open (rear side opens, front side is hinge). I used a wooden clothespin I had in the glove box. Required both wood pieces to pry. Silicone spray to lube latch mechanism. I had no warning this was going to happen. It is the first really hot day (102oF) ... not sure if that had anything to do with problem. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Maryland, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Jan 201264000 mi | Frozen intercooler prevented car starting after a wet cold day, on a warm humid day. Well-known problem with this engine, witha TSB issued, but plausible deniability by lazy dealer, because the "car now starts". | ||
| Apr 201234000 mi | Music system shuts off/starts by itself; Forgets Bluetooth pairings! | ||
| Jan 201331500 miUS $175 | Turbo Intake hose 'kinked' and popped loose while on the freeway leasing to loss of power and 'limp mode' that allowed me to drive to my mechanic. Code showed air charge loss, leading to correct fix. Disappointing on a new car, though. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 201227100 mi | Starter failed. | ||
| Jan 201477000 mi | Exhaust | ||
| Oct 201489800 miUS $345 | Oxygen sesor in muffler system | ||
| Jun 2015110000 miUS $600 | Exhaust flap - covered under warranty extended by VW. dealer said the compressor was faulty, and would cost between $1000 - 3000. to repair. Took to an independent repair station after reading online that RCV switch is usually the cause of the problem. Repaired for $101. | ||
| Feb 2018167000 miUS $1000 | This is the second vw car radio that has stopped working in the past 15 months in this vehicle. Dealership did not repair because replacement is $1000. Radio not used frequently, no longer under warranty. Dealership charged over $100. to check radio and remove library cd’s when they had done the replacement at end of November 2016. Repair was not done now, so radio is not working. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Michigan, United States Jan 2011 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Dec 201112000 mi | Creaking of moonroof over bumps and rattle in moonroof controls. | ||
| Feb 201213000 mi | Turbo charge cooler freezes in certain weather conditions, resulting in no-start or stall. | ||
| Sep 201222000 mi | Issue with turbo - kinked vacuum line and cracked tube resulted in check engine light, no change in performance. Replaced cracked tube. | ||
| Jul 201335800 mi | Multifunction display, clock, and trip odometer reset themselves unrelated to battery. Single occurrence. | ||
| Oct 201340700 mi | MFD, gauges, needles, and cabin lighting had strobe effect for one trip. Did not recur. | ||
| Mar 201566000 mi | MIL. Dealer diagnosed cause as exhaust flap valve, which is subject to a warranty extension. Repaired under warranty. | ||
| May 201569000 miUS $1900 | Internal failure of condenser. Also had cracked radiator core support and turbo charge cooler mounting bracket. All replaced. | ||
| Aug 201571000 mi | Creaking of moonroof over bumps and rattle in moonroof controls were never fixed. I gave up trying. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jun 20116000 mi | odometer faulted and stopped working | ||
| Jun 201240000 mi | Odometer had stopped working. Dealer replaced instrument cluster. | ||
| Feb 201695300 mi | Exhaust pressure valve was sticking. This was covered under a factory extended warranty. | ||
| Dec 2016111000 miUS $67 | P2015 fault code indicating intake manifold flap valve out of position. Fixed problem by installing new hardstop bracket on flap valve motor assembly. Bracket was purchased from dieselgeek.com. Easy fix. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Hampshire, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Dec 201132000 miUS $2000 | Intercooler icing issue. Intercooler Iced. Installed cold weather kit. | ||
| Apr 201244800 mi | After intercooler icing fix, dealership rerouted vacuum lines in obstruction to radiator fan. Radiator fan severed vacuum lines. Car immediately stopped running with, and needed to be towed to dealer. | ||
| Aug 201259000 mi | Air Conditioning stopped working. Fan works, but blows warm air. Described by dealership as a leaking line. Replaced under warranty. | ||
| Sep 201259000 miUS $950 | Instrument Cluster failed. Odometer flashed "error". Car failed to start. "Key not recognized" failure. Dealership diagnosed as failed instrument cluster. At 15 months old, and 59,000 miles. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Mexico, United States Nov 2018 - Nov 2024 | |||
| Dec 201853275 miUS $175 | Battery died. Replaced with new battery. | ||
| May 201960000 miUS $1000 | Replaced compressor. Fuel injector pump died; emissions mod warranty covered repair of entire fuel system. | ||
| Jun 202297000 miUS $4300 | Clutch replacement after failure. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States Dec 2014 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Jun 201495000 mi | Check engine light came on and was diagnosed as a faulty or stuck exhaust flap. VW replaced this under a special "extended" warranty program for that particular part. No cost out of pocket | ||
| Sep 2014105000 miUS $350 | HAD TO PURCHASE NEW RADIO WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY | ||
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Jan 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Dec 201116000 mi | software upgrage to auto transmission, big improvement | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Georgia, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Nov 20114900 mi | Fuel tank lift pump failed and needed to be replaced | ||
| Sep 201647000 mi | Parking brake sticking. Diagnoses was a corroded harness. Estimated cost to repair $600. Elected not to have repaired and asked dealer to disconnect parking brake since I will be doing TDI buyback. | ||
| Dec 201647000 mi | Parking brake never fixed. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Feb 201329200 mi | aft seat belt stuck needed to be replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 2015124000 miUS $3700 | Turbocharger was replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Minnesota, United States Apr 2011 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Jul 20113000 mi | Odometer error message. Then antitheft prevented startup. | ||
| Oct 20116700 mi | Windshield wipers stopped working after "hood ajar" light came on. Replaced hood ajar switch. | ||
| Nov 20118000 mi | Previous fix of hood latch short didn't work. Replaced latch. | ||
| Jul 201322800 mi | TIPS - reset computer | ||
| Jun 201436000 miUS $160 | Back passenger window trim was warped, made screeching sound when operating window. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New York, United States May 2011 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Aug 201350600 miUS $96 | The dome light over the tailgate is not working and the bulb is not the problem. They spent a hour trying to diagnose the problem and did not come up with one....so the issue is not resolved. | ||
| Jun 201474000 miUS $700 | Odometer stopped working and the "cluster" needed to be replaced. | ||
| Jul 2015109500 miUS $1700 | replaced a/c compressor and associated parts; recharged freon. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Tennessee, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 201113000 mi | Wipers (passenger and driver) were too 'high' when parked. This caused the driver's side wiper to hit the window frame under heavy downpours. | ||
| Dec 201228000 mi | Trip odometer began displaying 'Error'. Shutting down the engine and restarting resulted in the immobilizer engaging. The 'fix' was replacing the instrument cluster. | ||
| Aug 201335700 mi | Diesel fueling restrictor was removed. It had failed, thereby disallowing any diesel fuel nozzle from inserting properly. The result of the failure was the inability to refuel the car. Not cooling well. About 1/4 lb low on refrigerant. No leaks found. About the 5th Jetta this dealer has seen with this issue. | ||
| May 201443700 mi | A/C delayed as much as 30~45 seconds before coming on. It was occurring quite regularly. Dealer performed evacuation/recharge and checked codes. No problem found. Issue seemed to resolve itself until 6/23/2014. It is as bad as ever. | ||
| Aug 201447300 mi | Replaced compressor, dryer, and expansion valve. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Jan 2011 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Jan 201221000 mi | transmission reflash | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States May 2016 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Mar 2017196000 miUS $1200 | radiator leak, remove and replace | ||
| Jun 2017198000 miUS $113 | Replaced battery | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Kentucky, United States Jun 2011 - Feb 2018 | |||
| Jun 201756000 miUS $50 | trunk would not open. new latch installed. had extended warranty so only had to pay deductible. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Georgia, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 201253000 miUS $430 | replace catalytic converter temperature sensor | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2010 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jan 201227980 miC $220 | Power accessory motor. | ||
| Feb 201217140 mi | rear brake light | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Jun 201113000 mi | a/c compressor crashed | ||
| Jun 201352000 mi | sunroof stuck open, had to be replaced | ||
| Apr 201463000 miUS $266 | Radio died Battery died | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Colorado, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Sep 201469000 mi | Minor fluid seep from transmission filter housing, noticed during oil change. Shop diagnosed as bad gasket installed during prior service. Shop replaced gasket at no charge. | ||
| Oct 201469700 miUS $229 | Combined glow-plug/pressure sensor in one cylinder failed, leading to check engine light. Engine performance was unaffected. Glow-plug replaced, resolving problem. | ||
| May 201576000 miUS $250 | A/C began to fail to cool intermittently. Diagnosed as low refrigerant due to leak through schraeder valve. Valve replaced and refrigerant charged. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Utah, United States Jun 2011 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Jul 201781000 mi | Fan and shroud destroyed | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Dec 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jan 201571280 mi | The odometer stopped working.Too expensive to repair. Still not working. | ||
| Apr 2016100800 miC $1300 | CV boot replaced. Both Front Wheel Bearings replaced. | ||
| Aug 2016115200 miC $350 | Radio, Bluetooth connection. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Jan 2011 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Feb 201436300 mi | one faulty window switch | ||
| Feb 201548000 miUS $450 | Rear Oxygen sensor | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States Feb 2011 - May 2017 | |||
| Aug 201672000 miUS $590 | Drivers side front wheel bearing was replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Texas, United States May 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Dec 201480000 mi | Tail gate latch broke. | ||
| Mar 201696000 miUS $120 | Odometer stopped working. Dealer reprogrammed ecu. Odometer now works fine. | ||
| Jan 2017108000 miUS $865 | Dash cluster failed 2 days before VW was to buy the vehicle back. Car would not recognize ignition keys. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Louisiana, United States May 2015 - Apr 2016 | |||
| Apr 201680000 miUS $95 | Car was leaking water during rain. Carpets were soaked and spare tire well had water. Sunroof drain was plugged. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Florida, United States May 2011 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Feb 201326200 mi | Coolant warning light came on and was flashing. Manual stated not to drive car, this could be malfunction with cooling system. Car was towed to dealer, who ran pressure checks and checked hoses, but found nothing wrong. | ||
| Jul 201332700 mi | A/C was delayed in blowing cold air up to 10 minutes from beginning of first trip of the day. VW diagnosed a leak in the condenser and replaced the condenser under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Connecticut, United States May 2016 - Mar 2017 | |||
| May 201665000 miUS $1500 | Sunroof headliner failed | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2015 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Apr 201583700 miUS $1150 | Diesel particulate filter failed due to internal cracking which allowed soot to pass and clog the EGR system. DPF and EGR filter replaced by independent mechanic. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Dec 2014 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Mar 201532860 mi | Problem with O2 sensor, and throttle body. Both were replaced under warranty, so no cost to me. | ||
| Jul 201537200 mi | Rear window with defrost grid had to be replaced due to grid failure. Done under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Oct 2013 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Aug 201319000 miUS $800 | Car would not start. "Key not recognized" failure. Dealer diagnosed as instrument cluster failure; replaced the whole panel under warranty. | ||
| Aug 201455000 miUS $7000 | High pressure fuel pump failed. Had to be replaced. Supposedly would have cost something like 7-10k if not under warranty. Nerve-wracking since this happened with only 5k to go. | ||
| Sep 201667000 miUS $500 | Entertainment unit stopped working. Wouldn't power on. Wound up replacing with a different head unit instead of factory unit. | ||
| Jan 201742000 mi | Diagnosed front sway bars are worn. Front lower control arms worn. Replacement recommended. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Michigan, United States Mar 2013 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Jun 201335000 mi | replaced failed passenger side wheel bearing under warranty | ||
| Feb 201656900 miUS $75 | paint not adhering at front fender / rocker interface. Minimal rust found after disassembly. Cleaned, prepped and repainted with color / clearcoat. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in North Carolina, United States Jan 2014 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Jul 201434700 mi | Sunroof was leaking on front passenger corner. Dealer reported the problem as a worn seal in the firewall. | ||
| Sep 201438000 mi | Sunroof was leaking on front passenger corner. Dealer reported the problem as a kinked A/C condenser drain line. | ||
| Oct 201438800 mi | Sunroof was leaking on front passenger corner. Dealer corrected the seal and drain lines for the sunroof. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Michigan, United States Jun 2016 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Jun 201670000 miUS $900 | broken spring, drivers side | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in South Carolina, United States Oct 2015 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Dec 201680000 miUS $150 | coolant leak | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Maryland, United States Jun 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jun 201220000 mi | CEL Low Fuel Pressure Same CEL Low Fuel Pressure.....Fuel Pump and in-tank? fuel pump replaced. Update: later went away on its own. ADDENDUM....CEL on againat 20K, restarted engine CEL has not reappeared. I do not think it's fixed | ||
| Jan 201369700 mi | Odometer stopped working with ERROR message. Instrument Cluster Replaced | ||
| May 201340900 mi | SERVICE REMINDER not counting up. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Sep 2011 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jan 201415600 mi | CHANGED ONE O2 SENSOR | ||
| Jul 201542660 mi | Paint on door handles peeling Mirror light on driver side visor wouldn't stay on | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Indiana, United States May 2015 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Apr 201741000 miUS $235 | Replaced bad glow plug. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Quebec, Canada Jul 2011 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Mar 201326040 mi | Engine light diagnosed as faulty EGR valve. DPF suspected to be cracked so also replaced. | ||
| Jan 201437820 mi | engine light on. egr system repaired | ||
| Apr 201438940 mi | Battery drain blamed on cluster problem. Battery and Cluster replaced. Also replaced pano roof frame after numerous complaints of creaking. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in New Jersey, United States Aug 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 201367000 miUS $400 | A valve on the Ac system went , the dealer wanted to replace the whole compressor but much cheaper to replace the valve, the Ac was somewhat cold before this and is much better now | ||
| Oct 201371300 mi | The hpfp died (high pressure fuel pump) replace by VW at no cost | ||
| Nov 2016130000 miUS $1000 | high preasuure fuel pump went, very expensive repair, 2 one to go, need to repair it to return car to VW for emission buyback. | ||
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2011 - May 2023 | |||
| Dec 2016109000 miUS $450 | Two knock sensors were replaced. One had failed. The other was close to failure. | ||
| Jun 2017121000 miUS $500 | Two broken rear springs | ||
| Mar 2018137000 miUS $700 | Rebuilt alternator installed Battery dead. | ||
| Aug 2021190000 miUS $800 | bad springs replaced | ||
| May 2023213000 miUS $5500 | Blown alternator and battery replaced. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Ontario, Canada Nov 2015 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Sep 201864480 miC $340 | Replaced front brakes and pads | ||
| Nov 202069440 miC $250 | Replaced rear brakes | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in California, United States Feb 2014 - Mar 2021 | |||
| Jan 201428875 miUS $50 | Radio Stopped working and battery began to drain. In the end, I guess it was the failed radio that was causing the battery to discharge. It was replaced under warranty so I do not know what the charge was outside of the 50 dollar copay. | ||
| Jul 201538542 miUS $50 | Failed combivalve triggered check engine light. Fixed under warranty. | ||
| May 201640000 miUS $780 | Failed compressor. AC was weak and inconReplaced by independent shop. | ||
| Nov 201752000 miUS $80 | Trunk latch failed. Ordered aftermarket part and replaced myself. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Quebec, Canada Oct 2011 - Mar 2018 | |||
| May 201210960 mi | odometer was stuck. Some variable capacitors had to be "discharged" to fix it, and the fix worked. | ||
| Dec 201227900 mi | Cluster replaced. Problem, which came up in diagnostic testing, had symptoms that included intermittent illumation of tachometer and speedometer, and strobe-like flashing of data screen. rear passenger door lock working intermittently | ||
| Nov 201352600 miC $50 | Electronic lock controlling the gas lid was unreliable, often took many lock/unlock cycles with the remote to unlock it. Decided to permanently disable the locking mechanism (It's latched, but always unlocked now) | ||
| Jul 201465180 miC $50 | radiator leak where plastic half joins aluminum half | ||
| Aug 201587020 miC $71 | replace rear window wiper arm assembly | ||
| Aug 2016108180 miC $100 | replace heater fan speed control resistor, which had failed. | ||
| Feb 2017119660 miC $475 | replace broken left front coil spring | ||
| Jul 2017125426 miC $340 | replace rear wiper motor assembly | ||
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 4dr Wagon
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Newfoundland / Lab., Canada Jun 2011 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Oct 20113100 mi | Driver's side wiper blade was striking the A pillar when the wipers were set on high speed. Dealer repositioned the wiper arm on the shaft and solved problem. | ||
| Aug 201319840 mi | Cruise control was switched off in software after reflash for Recall #24W4. Dealer tracked down problem and switched cruise control back on. Issue resolved. | ||
| Jun 201424800 mi | Left front coil spring broke. No symptoms, found by dealer during routine check. Also required upper strut mount and stabilizer bar link. All replaced under warranty. Panoramic sunroof creaking and popping when open. Dealer lubricated sunroof, is quiet now. | ||
| Sep 201425420 mi | Dealer replaced left front gs shock absorber under warranty which was clunking after last repair to suspension. Dealer replaced entire panoramic sunroof assembly under warranty after failed attempts to silence rattles. | ||
| Aug 201530860 mi | All four coil springs have now broken and been replaced under warranty. Both upper strut mounts, both stabilizer links and one strut have been replaced. Other than one very loud bang under the car the broken springs were symptom free. Rear ID light failed. Dealer replaced both bulbs, housings and harnesses due to corrosion under warranty. | ||
| Sep 201637200 miC $150 | Oil pan was severely rusted in two places and was replaced at oil change. | ||
| Mar 201739060 mi | Replaced front pipe/catalytic converter Part 1K0-254-510-TX. Repair covered under Emissions Warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Georgia, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2015 | |||
| May 201117000 mi | check engine light - Evap system failure, no other symptoms. Was able to drive car till part arrived. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2013 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Nov 201326660 mi | Driver's side wiper blade was striking the A pillar. Dealer adjusted wiper arm, replaced wiper blade, and repaired damaged paint under warranty. | ||
| Feb 201535526 mi | Condensation in right tail light. Dealer replaced tail light assembly under warranty. Front passenger door was sticking. Dealer lubricated seal. Clutch makes 'hooting' noise after cold start. Dealer could not replicate. No changes made. | ||
| Aug 201647520 miC $216 | Tailgate failed to close after shopping trip. Dealer was on way home. Diagnosed as internal failure of latch mechanism. Replaced with new latch. | ||
| Jan 201743760 mi | Fuel door lock motor began failing to unlock at random times. Lubricating plunger did not solve, so disconnected fuel door lock motor entirely. Now the door is permanently unlocked. May repair motor at a later date | ||
| Dec 202076880 miC $6000 | First gear and input shaft failed. Entire transmission replaced. Dealer originally misdiagnosed as flywheel failure and replaced that initially as well. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen in Connecticut, United States Apr 2014 - May 2018 | |||
| Dec 201538000 miUS $350 | Secondary air injection system fault code. Dealer diagnosed faulty valve and replaced under certified used warranty ($50 deductible). | ||
| Jan 201753700 mi | Fuel door difficult to open. Does not unlock. Dealer lubricated. Not much difference. Fuel door mechanism does not reliably open. Fuel door motor replaced by dealer. | ||
| May 201757000 miUS $700 | Clutch pedal firm. Not able to disengage clutch. Broke pedal. Master cylinder seized. Replace master cylinder, pedal, and pedal bracket. Fill in scratches. | ||
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