2002 Volkswagen Jetta review from North America
"Don't buy one all, these people can't be wrong"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Where do I start?
After one year, I needed new sway bar bushings, new radio, windows fell into the door 2 winters in a row, the upholstery faded, and the interior is peeling.
This one is my favorite - I have heated seats and they caught on fire with me in it. What if I was a gas station worker, and covered in gas and went up in flames? I burnt my hand, ruined a $50 pair of pants, and fire barely missed my face shooting out of my seat.
Hazard light switch malfunctioned.
With my seat problem, the dealer tried to tell me it was because I kneeled on the seat and crimped the wires. I received awful customer service from the corporate office.
General comments?
I would never buy from this company again, and I do not suggest these cars to anyone. Buy a Honda or a Toyota. The first year I had my VW, it was in the shop 4 times, it's a hassle.
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| Worst car made |
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| Not reccommended! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 2 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 20 miles |
| Most recent distance | 60000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 6th July, 2006 |