2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS review from North America
"Overpriced Piece of Junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Car had bad alignment to begin with at 81500 km.
Adjusted sub frame, new alignment, didn't fix it.
Replaced strut rod bearings. Fixed this time.
Flip key would not lock in place.
Starter went at 88540km.
Heater control bulb burned out at 88540 km.
Check engine light for coolant temp sensor at 93946 km.
Check engine light on for thermostat at 94640 km.
Also replaced alternator at 94640 km.
Recall on brake light switch at 94640 km.
Water pump failed at 94717 km. Left me on the side of the road. Had to be towed.
General comments?
The car is nice to drive and handles like a dream.
The car's just asking to rev past 6000 rpm. I love the turbo.
I thought my Lincoln LS had problems. I've never seen so many problems with a car in so little time. I've had it for 6 months and it's been to the dealer 6 times, and for numerous problems every time.
The car likes to grind gears when it wants to. Sometimes you can't even get it into first gear.
I have taken good care of this car and it has given me nothing but problems. If I didn't have the warranty with this car I'd probably be living in it, because I wouldn't have any money to pay the bills.
Going to try to get my money back.
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| Not reccommended! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 81500 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 95000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Lincoln LS |
| Date of Entry | 3rd April, 2007 |