2003 Volkswagen Jetta GL review from North America
"Overall, I would have been better off purchasing a Honda or Acura"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Passenger seat crank broke.
Warning lights take turns illuminating for no reason, and am charged to have them turned off.
Power Adapter shorted out and the dealer said because I plugged something into it, it was my fault it broke and they wouldn't cover it under warranty.
Speed needle fluctuates from 60 - 65 while traveling on thruway and cruise control jumps and jolts the car. Once again, dealer (different one) decided that there was nothing wrong with it.
Oil pan was punctured, 350.00 to replace.
Driver window fell into door last winter. Dealer said VW would only fix it once, as it was the consumers fault that we tried to open the window in the first place. (Once again, VW placing the blame onto the consumer)
General comments?
Yes, the Jetta's a cute and appealing vehicle, but they have serious mechanical and electrical problems.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 150 miles |
| Most recent distance | 44000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 26th December, 2005 |