NHTSA Complaint #11498096 — 2021 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11498096
Vehicle 2021 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
Component FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State NC

Consumer Description

I have driven my 2021 VW Jetta about 56,000 miles. Literally the whole time I have owned this car the check engine light has been on for an evaporative emissions issue. I have brought it into the dealer about six times. They have replaced everything associated with this system at least once and have done a software update. During my last visit, they reported that they had a conversation with VW and said “VW does not have a fix for this." We will let you know when they do.” I owned a diesel VW involved in diesel-gate scandal. This is the same, but different. Instead of hiding the problem, they are ignoring the problem. Clearly, VW needs a higher authority to make this a priority, fine them, or force them to buy these cars back. The car will soon be useless, unable to be inspected, because the check engine light is on. They gave me one complementary inspection already. I’m sure they cheated; passing the inspection when the check engine light was on. Please call if I can assist further. Once the check engine light is cleared, it will be back on within a day. I encouraged a friend to buy a Jetta. He has the same issue with his 2021 Jetta, VIN[XXX] It was purchased at a different dealer many months after I bought mine. Both dealers have indicated that other Jettas have the same problem. I understand that a problem can come up. I do not understand VW having a widespread emissions issue that has gone over a year without a fix. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

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