1998 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg review from North America
"A high priced maintainance disaster"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
What hasn't gone wrong! The check engine light is constantly on. Replaced two oxygen sensors at 55,000 miles costing more that a few hundred dollars.
Air conditioning leaks from the inside of the car when making a left turn, very cold air though and fast heat, have to give it that.
The driver seat is loose.
Radio volume knob does not work.
Replaced belts at 55,000 miles
At 25,000 miles, replaced transmission.
Window motor on driver side failed, cost was $700.00. Passenger side starting to go.
Throttle body needs to be replaced resulting from faulty sensor, Volkswagen does not make it easy to replace one sensor, you have to replace the whole throttle body.
Outside body trim coming off.
Makes terrible nose when backing up, noise coming from somewhere in the rear.
General comments?
I will never buy another Volkswagen again and certainly caution anyone willing to buy one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 68000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet S-10 |
| Date of Entry | 9th May, 2003 |