2003 Volkswagen Jetta review from North America

Check engine light came on periodically 1st year I purchased it, but letting extra air out of the gas tank turned it off.

Replace catalytic converter.

Had to have the brakes replaced.

Key-less entry won't work even with new batteries.

Brakes act up on me when it's super icy out, but still catch.

Front passenger and driver window fell off track (once each year). Took it to the dealer and everything was replaced and fixed at no charge. Haven't had that problem again.

Any service I've had done (brake switch replaced/ above problems) was same day ready for me. The guys at the dealer are really great.

Anything else major not covered under the warranty, I let my uncle (certified to work on most German cars) do it at a cheaper price. Missed one or two oil changes but it still runs great.

I live in Cleveland, so my Jetta has been through waist high snow, flood like rain, and sahara like heat, and it pretty much still runs like the day I got it.

A few dings in the door and trunk from me bumping my garage handle and parking too close in parking lots, but otherwise my baby looks new.

I love it, and probably will keep it as a 2nd car when I go for my Audi.