2001 Volkswagen Jetta suspension problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen jetta. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle overheated and stalled without warning, the parking brake failed, and the rear driver side door had issues opening. The contact also stated that the vehicle leaked fluid. The vehicle was taken to the dealer…”
filed Mar 16, 2016
“I was traveling down i40 west bound on the appoximate date. The pavement was wet, but not raining. I have noticed my jetta's steering a little squirrelly over the last month. When I hit a "lump" in the road the car dragged to the left. I steered to the right which sent the vehicle into a spin. I…”
filed Jul 1, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Jetta years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Jetta | 2 | 5% |
| 2023 Jetta | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 Jetta | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 Jetta | 1 | 2% |
| 2020 Jetta | 2 | 4% |
| 2019 Jetta | 14 | 3% |
| 2017 Jetta | 4 | 3% |
| 2016 Jetta | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 Jetta | 14 | 7% |
| 2014 Jetta | 9 | 2% |
| 2013 Jetta | 14 | 3% |
| 2012 Jetta | 10 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.