CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Volkswagen Jetta has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 702 complaints with NHTSA, including 31 crashes, 71 fires, 75 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (152 reports).
2002 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Most common 2002 Volkswagen Jetta problems
Problem areas named in the 702 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 152 |
| Air Bags | 110 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 107 |
| Power Train | 105 |
| Seats | 102 |
| Exterior Lighting | 60 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 51 |
| Visibility | 46 |
| Structure | 19 |
| Equipment | 17 |
What owners report
I was driving on the freeway and the airbags deployed. No one hit me and I don't hit anyone.
WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT "JERKS" OR MAKES A SHAKING MOVEMENT. WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THE "DOOR AJAR" LIGHT STAYS ON ALTHOUGH ALL DOORS HAVE BEEN OPENED AND CLOSED. WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE BRAKE LIGHT IS NOT WORKING. WHILE STATIONARY AND IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. THE REAR MIDDLE PASSENGER SEATBELT IS NOT USEABLE. THE DRIVER'S DOOR REMAINS UNLOCKED AFTER PRESSING THE "LOCK DOORS" BUTTON.
WHILE MAINTAINING SPEED AT OR ABOVE 40 MPH AND WITH 1/4 TANK OR LESS OF FUEL REMAINING, MY JETTA WILL CONSISTENTLY STALL OUT AND TURN OFF FROM FUEL STARVATION. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME BETWEEN 40 AND 80 MPH SEVERAL TIMES, BOTH IN THE CITY AND ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAVE REPLACED THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR, THE FUEL SENDER, AND THE FUEL PUMP WITH NO SUCCESS. ADDITIONALLY, THE JETTA WILL DIE THE FIRST TIME I TRY TO START IT AS MY FUEL LEVEL APPROACHES 1/4, ESPECIALLY IF I AM PARKED ON AN INCLINE. HOWEVER, IT NEVER FAILS TO START ON THE SECOND TRY ONCE SOME FUEL HAS BEGUN MOVING THROUGH THE SYSTEM. FULLY REFUELING ALLEVIATES ALL PROBLEMS.
KNOWN MELTING FUSE BOX ON TOP OF BATTERY. FROM SCHEMATICS, APPEARS S180 FUSE (COOLANT FAN) AS PREDOMINANT POINT OF FAILURE. ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED (VIA WEB) ACROSS NUMEROUS MODELS AND YEARS. CALLED VW FOR FIX; AS TECHS APPEAR VOID OF A GENERAL CONSENSUS TO PROBLEM/FIX. UNFORTUNATELY, VW REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE AND/OR PROVIDE SOLUTION TO CUSTOMER(S). REFERS ME TO DEALER, WHICH IS OVER AN HOUR AWAY. JUST NEED INFO TO ORDER REPAIR KIT AND RESTORE VEHICLE INTEGRITY/SAFETY. CONCERNED AS THIS MAY BE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD; DUE TO THE VOLUME OF HEAT GENERATED BY WIRING WITHIN INTERNAL COMPARTMENT. IN TURN, I UNDERSTAND THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE IS OUTSIDE THE NORMAL WARRANTY PERIOD.
SIMPLY WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT MY DAUGHTER REAR ENDED ANOTHER CAR AT 40MPH AND COMPLETELY CRUNCHED IN HER FRONT END (CAR IS TOTALED), BUT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. WE DIDN'T THINK ANYTHING OF IT UNTIL THE STATE FARM AGENT MENTIONED THAT SHE HAD AIRBAGS ON THE CAR.
2002 Volkswagen Jetta questions
Does the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on 702 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (152), Air Bags (110), Engine And Engine Cooling (107).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Volkswagen Jetta has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.