2005 Volkswagen Jetta review from North America
"Gorgeous car, but the numerous small problems with Jettas mean it's not worth buying the vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
* Front bumper vent grills have fallen out numerous times.
* Car smells like crayons.
* Weird gelatinous "goo" is seeping out from under the door on the outside of the car, I have NO idea what that is.
* When I roll up my window, occasionally it will roll all the way back down.
* The interior lights will turn on by themselves. Also, the lights on the visor will come on even when I don't open the flap that is covering the mirror.
General comments?
I have had two Jetta's. I bought a used 2001 Jetta GLS in 2001, and also bought a new 2005 Jetta. The same problems have happened in both cars and I am so surprised how many people have been having the same exact problems. I thought I was crazy thinking the car smelled like crayons, and it's embarrassing when every single person that goes in my car comments on how much it smells like crayons.
Also in my old 2001 Jetta, the passenger window would fall into the door and I also had every problem occur with my new car. The only reason I bought a new Jetta was because I was hoping the problems were with the 2001 used car I bought. But NOPE, the exact problems occurred in a brand new 2005 Jetta.
I love the way they look on the outside and inside. But other than that I hate everything about it!!
Recommended reviews
| Safe car but shoddy workmanship |
| Save your money, get a Honda/Acura. It's okay if you plan to buy again in 7 years |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 56000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Jetta |
| Date of Entry | 25th June, 2009 |