2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Complaints

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  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
    - Lakewood, CO

    There is a recall on 2013-2015 VW Jetta Hybrid transmissions. I have a 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid. on September 21, 2021, the transmission malfunctioned, causing the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in the car being unable to drive. My wife was driving the car by herself on a a busy interstate in Denver, Colorado (I-25) at approximately 3 PM. She was stranded on a highway in rush hour traffic for approximately 15 minutes as our stalled car held up traffic and was dangerous for my wife to sit in the car during this time. It was a stressful situation for my wife that threatened not only her safety but of others that drove on I-25 that afternoon. After approximately 15 minutes the clutch was able to engage again and the car was able to drive. The car is available for inspection. I believe the problem has been identified because there is a recall out for the 2013-2015 VW Jetta Hybrid! They have not contacted me about repairing this recall. I asked the local VW dealer about this and they have not addressed the problem. The vehicle has been inspected by the local dealer, but not police, insurance representatives or others. No known issues occurred with this car for the 8 years I have owned it and been the sole owner.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA HYBRID
    - dexter, ME

    The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed but not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 119,450.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA HYBRID
    - BETHESDA, MD

    2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MECHATRONIC ACCUMULATOR HOUSING SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE TAKEN OUT OF PARK AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED.

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  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA HYBRID
    - Atlanta, GA

    The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the "Pull Your Vehicle Over Immediately" message appeared on the instrument panel and the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The check engine warning light, the battery warning light, and the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he veered to the side of the road. The contact stated he was able to restart the vehicle and drive however, the vehicle would not exceed 60 mph. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
    - Norwalk, CT

    The vehicle's transmission failed to go into reverse when my daughter was driving. We took the Jetta to the Dansbury Volkswagen dealer in CT.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA HYBRID
    - BETHESDA, MD

    2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MECHATRONIC ACCUMULATOR HOUSING SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TRANSMISSION WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED IN DECEMBER 2019. THE MECHATRONIC ACCUMULATOR HOUSING WAS FAULTY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BECOME STUCK IN PARK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA HYBRID
    - Seattle,, WA

    The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled. The contact shifted the vehicle into PARK and restarted the vehicle however, while driving, the failure recurred. The hybrid system failure warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer who inspected the vehicle and diagnosed the failure as the transmission and stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
    - San Diego, CA

    I'm hoping you can help me. I have a 2013 Jetta Hybrid SE 1.4L auto pzev with 47,000 original miles. I'm the second owner and I purchased it with 19,000 original miles. I've never missed an oil change and always kept it up to date with maintenance. I was driving on the street and my check engine light came on, as I was making a turn at about 35 miles an hour my car acted like it kicked into neutral and when pressing the gas just revved the engine. I safely pulled over to the side and had the car towed to a mechanic. He took a look and said there was a significant leak coming from the transmission and I should take it to a VW dealership because there are a lot of recalls for this type of stuff. I had it towed to VW and they said it was a hairline crack in the transmission that caused an oil leak into the electronic gearbox which caused the loss of control and power. They said there is no recall and it would be a $12,000.00 fix. The car has 47K original miles on it, no wrecks, and I've never missed an oil change. Had I not quickly reacted I could of caused a car accident injuring or killing myself or someone else. This is unbelievable that VW is not being held responsible for this. There is a recall for this exact problem Recall Number: 34J6 but for some reason it does no include my specific Jetta. How is that possible?

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
    - Killeen, TX

    What component or system failed. Mechatronics unit on 2013 VW Hybrid SEL Premium. Available for inspection. Yes Safety. Driving the vehicle with a cold engine will cause a complete loss of power Reproduced by dealer or ISC. Somewhat. They've confirmed a loss of transmission pressure which is in line with Recall 34J6 in May/June 2021, but my specific VIN doesn't apply to the 34J6 recall. Due to VW, the dealership was unable to inform me exactly what was wrong with the transmission but only that it needed to be replaced at a cost of $7400. Campaign / Recall 38C4 was applied to the vehicle 04/25/20 @ 55,579 miles. Inspected by VW Dealership. Warning Lamps: "Error Hybrid system Contact Dealer now!" "Automatic transmission malfunction" Automatic transmission malfunction (flashing wrench symbol & selector symbol)" First noticed October 2020.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN
    - PAW PAW, MI

    The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportswagen. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, it was discovered that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the fuel tank coupler located between the fuel tank and exhaust pipe had failed to cause the fuel tank to leak fuel. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE