2003 Volkswagen Jetta review from North America
"Definitely should be a recall by VW!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Leaking on drivers side floor and rear passenger (behind driver) floor.
General comments?
We have had a water problem ever since we bought the car. We didn't notice it for awhile when we first bought the car from a VW dealer, but I did notice a faint odor which I attributed to sitting at the dealer lot during damp, hot weather.
Over time I noticed dampness on the drivers floor, now it has developed into full blown puddles which have also dampened the rear carpet too. I have noticed condensation and the smell has become almost to much to bear.
We have tried to find the leak, running the hose along the bottom of windshield, top of windshield all along the doors and back window - no luck.
I am calling the dealer tomorrow - thank goodness I still have warranty. But from reading the messages posted, it sounds like a serious design flaw.
What will VW do about it - probably nothing! I too am interested in hearing what VW has to say about all these problems.
seapei@hotmail.com
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 45000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 79000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Uplander |
| Date of Entry | 1st September, 2008 |