1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

488

Owner Complaints

44 Crashes 11 Fires

7

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

18

Service Bulletins

2

Investigations

Overview of the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

The 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA has received a total of 488 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH. 18 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls (59 complaints), Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline (25 complaints), and Power Trainautomatic Transmission (20 complaints).

Recalls for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, potentially affecting up to 1,623,855 vehicles.

Recall 14E007000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

| 50 vehicles affected

Defect: The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold...

Consequence: A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.

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Recall 06V183000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 646,246 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS AND CRUISE CONTROLS, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ON THESE VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY DURING SAFETY RECALLS 03V-265 OR 04V-096.

Consequence: THE BRAKE LIGHTS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE, OR REMAIN ON. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE PROPER SIGNAL WHEN BRAKING COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 27, 2006. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL OR 06V-183, BUT...

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Recall 04V096000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

| 377,130 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ON THESE VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION.

Consequence: IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LIGHTS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE, OR COME ON AND STAY ON, EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS PARKED.

Remedy: THIS RECALL HAS BEEN SUPERCEDED BY 06V-183. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD A REMEDY PERFORMED UNDER THIS RECALL SHOULD RETURN TO THEIR DEALER FOR THE REDESIGNED REMEDY. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

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Recall 03V156000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

| 9,811 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8L VR6 ENGINES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE RECOMMENDED COLD TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE PUBLISHED ON THE LABEL FOR TIRES OF THE SIZE 205/50 R15 86H IS 0.1 BAR (1.45 PSI) TOO LOW. IT SHOULD BE 2.5 BAR (36.3 PSI). THE LABEL...

Consequence: UNDER INFLATED TIRES CAN AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING, AND DRIVING WITH SUBSTANTIALY UNDER INFLATED TIRES PUTS THE CONSUMER AT A RISK FOR A CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS, OR A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL IF THE OWNER WISHES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 29, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND...

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Recall 02V026000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

| 487,284 vehicles affected

Defect: ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION....

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Recall 99V251000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

| 67,076 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE HEAD INJURY CRITERION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THE UPPER RETAINER CLIP NEAR THE BP1 IMPACT LOCATION IS DESIGNED TO BREAK WHEN IMPACTED BY THE HEAD FORM. IN SOME CASES, THE MATERIAL OF THE TRIM PART MAY BE MORE IMPACT RESISTANT AS...

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD PREVENT THE CLIP FROM BREAKING ON IMPACT AND RESULT IN LESS DEFORMATION IN THE IMPACTED AREA AND A HIGHER DECLERATION OF THE HEAD FORM, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE TRIM COVER FROM EACH OF THE B PILLARS AND INSTALL A NEW COVER.

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Recall 99V022000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

| 36,258 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOUND ABSORBING MAT ATTACHED TO THE INSIDE OF THE B-PILLAR SIDE TRIM PANEL COULD HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. SURFACE AND EDGES OF THE MAT COULD HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS. IT COULD IGNITE WHEN EXPOSED TO THE EXHAUST GAS OF THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER IGNITER IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE FRONT OR...

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE MATTING MATERIALS FROM INSIDE THE B-PILLAR ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE.

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Owner Complaints for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

488 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 59 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 25 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 20 1 Crash
Electrical System
Complaints: 19 1 Crash 1 Fire
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 18 14 Crashes 12 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 17
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 17 1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 16 3 Crashes 4 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 14
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 12
Air Bags
Complaints: 11 3 Crashes 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 11 5 Crashes 7 Injuries
Structurebodybumpers
Complaints: 11
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 10
Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 7
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 7 3 Crashes 4 Injuries
Structure
Complaints: 7
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 6
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 6 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 6
Seats
Complaints: 5 3 Fires 1 Injury
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 4
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 4
Seat Belts
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 4
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 4
Suspension
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 4
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 4
Equipment
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 3
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 3
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 3
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 3
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 3
Tires
Complaints: 3
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 2 2 Fires
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Engine
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 2
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 2
Power Train
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 2
Steering
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 2
Visibility
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Back Over Preventionwarningsexternalpedestrian Alert
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Batterycables
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assemblyrelay
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assemblysolenoid
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingtail Lightsswitch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Diesel
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Fire
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilockwheel Speed Sensor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuumhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
Complaints: 1
Structurebody
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyroof And Pillars
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Suspensionrearaxlespindle
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Wheels
Complaints: 1 1 Crash

Most Recent Complaints

#10512634 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANY RECALLS ON MY JETTA. I CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I TOOK IT TO 4 REPAIR SHOP AND NO ONE COULD FIND WHATS WRONG WITH IT. I'VE PAID OVER 1200 ON OTHER REPAIRS. WHAT CAN I DO . *TR THANKS CHRISTINA
#10512634 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | | N/A miles
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANY RECALLS ON MY JETTA. I CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I TOOK IT TO 4 REPAIR SHOP AND NO ONE COULD FIND WHATS WRONG WITH IT. I'VE PAID OVER 1200 ON OTHER REPAIRS. WHAT CAN I DO . *TR THANKS CHRISTINA
#10512634 | SUSPENSION | | N/A miles
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANY RECALLS ON MY JETTA. I CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I TOOK IT TO 4 REPAIR SHOP AND NO ONE COULD FIND WHATS WRONG WITH IT. I'VE PAID OVER 1200 ON OTHER REPAIRS. WHAT CAN I DO . *TR THANKS CHRISTINA
#10505399 | AIR BAGS | | 115,144 miles Fire
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SMOKE BEGAN TO FILL THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND SAW THAT SMOKE WAS BELLOWING FROM BENEATH THE STEERING COLUMN. THE SMOKE DISAPPEARED AFTER SOME TIME. THE CONTACT THEN ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED INDEPENDENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING THE RESULTS. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 115,144.
#10505399 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 115,144 miles Fire
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SMOKE BEGAN TO FILL THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND SAW THAT SMOKE WAS BELLOWING FROM BENEATH THE STEERING COLUMN. THE SMOKE DISAPPEARED AFTER SOME TIME. THE CONTACT THEN ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED INDEPENDENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING THE RESULTS. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 115,144.

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Safety Rating for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 18 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

TB551602 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Corrosion on rear lid around license plate lights.

Control Module R — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle

Guide — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

P0102, P1128, P1296 - WA front oxygen sensor faults

ESA-26E1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

VOLKSWAGEN: THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MONITORING SYSTEM, WITH THE ECM SOFTWARE, IS TOO SENSITIVE AND CAUSES THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) TO COME ON AND EXCEED EMISSIONS STANDARDS FOR FEDERAL AND/OR CALIFORNIA. MODEL 1999-2002 JETTA, GOLF, GTI. *PE

ESA-26E1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

VOLKSWAGEN: THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MONITORING SYSTEM, WITH THE ECM SOFTWARE, IS TOO SENSITIVE AND CAUSES THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) TO COME ON AND EXCEED EMISSIONS STANDARDS FOR FEDERAL AND/OR CALIFORNIA. MODEL 1999-2002 JETTA, GOLF, GTI. *PE

0101 — SUSPENSION:FRONT

VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HUMMING NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE DURING CORNERING. *SLC

10 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUBJECT REGARDING ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATION INFORMATION. *TT

0004 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT FLOOR MAT FASTENER DAMAGE. *TT

0002 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

SUBJECT REGARDING ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM), MODIFYING ECM CONNECTOR TO MATCH WIRING HARNESS. *TT

0001 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

SUBJECT REGARDING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM), MATING HARNESS CONNECTOR AFTER REPLACING ECM OR HARNESS. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

NHTSA has opened 2 investigations into potential safety defects in the 1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA.

Investigation RQ03010 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH Closed

Opened:

BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH

Investigation PE99007 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER Closed

Opened:

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRE

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