1995 Volkswagen Jetta GLS review from North America

Timing belt broke at 80000 miles- bent valves,. covered under drive train warranty.

Tires pulled strongly to one side after they were rotated at 7500 mile service, and eventually replaced under warranty.

A/C turned itself off shortly after being turned on, faulty sensor.

Alternator broke.

Wheel bearings too small car clanked when driving. replaced under warranty.

Car lurches after turning on A/C on a hot day,. dealer could not find the problem, but did charge me $180.00 to switch out some rubber part.

Replaced 3 regulators in the doors for the power windows.

Cooling system leaked, flange to head cracked.

Wire from the coil was arcing replaced with another one under warranty.

Radio stopped working, and was replaced with another one under warranty.

Engine leaks oil, and has cost a fortune trying to find its source.

I truly like Volkswagen, but they have made it impossible for me to buy another one. The dealerships service department couldn't be more arrogant and indifferent to the problems I have had with this car. I contrast this with our other car, an Acura TL, the dealer there treats me like a king when I go there. I don't understand how VW can survive with the lack of customer care they seem to have.

When the Jetta is running well it's a pleasure to drive, the power is adequate and it handles well. The interior is holding up very well, and there is a slight buzzing somewhere in the instrument cluster - very annoying.