2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS review from North America
"I wish I could find a more reliable diesel wagon with higher ground clearance than the VW Jetta TDI"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The power windows slipped their tracks and wouldn't raise and lower.
There was a problem with a wire connection in the ignition resulting in unreliable start-ups.
There has been a persistent electrical problem that 5 trips to the dealership still cannot fix. The car beeps at me and dash lights flash as the dash dims and clock resets.
Horn and alarm go off randomly.
Occasionally does not start.
The engine sometimes surges.
The belly pan has fallen off twice.
Power locks intermittent.
General comments?
This car has been a maintenance nightmare.
I love the gas mileage and bio-diesel option.
Ground clearance is too low. Sometimes I can't even make it over speed bumps without scraping bottom.
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| Not reccommended! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | TDI Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 19000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 43000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Explorer |
| Date of Entry | 11th January, 2005 |