2002 Volkswagen Jetta review from North America
"Fairly high maintenace"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bad "waxy" smell began after 40K service. Comes out of side blower dashboard vents - really lingers on outside of car and garage also on belongings when taken out of car after long drive.
Trunk lock defective from the start, had to come back repeatedly until it could malfunction at dealer's, then was replaced.
Thin wheel rims sensitive to potholes, have replaced 3 times in 3 years.
General comments?
Smell problem isn't being taken seriously by dealer. Coils were replaced in 40K service - could this be causing the smell?
Concerned this points to something more serious in the car. Not happy this isn't being dealt with by dealer.
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| Not reccommended! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 6 cylinder Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 41000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 23rd December, 2005 |