Top 5 Problems Volkswagen Jetta Sedan 5th Generation 2006-10

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[@legendaryhicks]

Have a 08 Jetta, started sputtering today. What are the common reasons that would cause it to sputter???

[@leodurant9119]

Whats it cost to replace a wv desiel engine in an 09 vw jetta@@legendaryhicks k

[@bnasty7190]

I have 217000 miles and have not experienced any of those issues. However 3 years into ownership I had to replace the radiator fan as one stopped working and the other ran constantly to over compensate. Sagging headliner - I removed center console and front seats and had the headliner replaced for $100. Leaking moonroof - cleaned out the drain lines as they were filled with dirt. It’s a solid car and I’ll drive the wheels off mine.

[@nathananderson3845]

I have an 08 Jetta with the 2.5 5-speed in it currently at 348k miles, haven't run into any of those issues with it. I did have to replace the gasket on the vacuum pump because it was leaking oil, apparently a common issue.

[@maxpayz2431]

I have my 08 Jetta 2.5 with 140k miles and so far with issues rn is the headliner

[@angryoldwhiteguy]

Just bought one of these cars today,, absolutely love it,,, thanks for the heads up. Mine has a window issue like you stated in video.

[@cozyapustaja8249]

feels like the most common issue, at least in my time it’s been the whole driver side door going wild. Started working again when the fuse for my center console blew tho that was funny

[@dantenelson1624]

Thank you I just bought one and I have at least three out of those five going on right now

[@splondermon]

Bought a 2006 TDI from a guy who rebuilds these cars for a living (any TDI basically he rebuilds) with only 40k on the engine and 357k on the body with clutch, suspension parts etc replaced minus the alternator that I had to replace which was pre cheap. Best VW and car I've ever owned in general as they tend to last a very long time. Only issue I've come across is rusting due to age and ive heard the factory stock camshaft bearings tend to fail so its better to upgrade them with aftermarket ones.

[@brandonn5371]

Number 6- the steering wheel lock breaking leaving your car stuck on or unable to start. Fortunately it’s an easy swap with the replacement and no rekeying needed. Only trouble is getting the security bolts out. Otherwise super easy! I watched KZbin vids on replacing it and I was able to do it! I learned that it’s a common issue in VW and even Audi.

[@stephenbell5473]

just got an 08, thanks a ton for the info!! love your content

[@jlewis7455]

I have an 08 Jetta exactly same color and trim as that one, and it’s one of the best cars I ever had. Love your videos dude, so clear and so informative! 👍👍

[@HuskyShields]

My friend has a 2006 Jetta, apparently it is one of the most complained years of the Jetta. Sometimes the engine refuses to start that you have to jump start it. It’s to where he has a jump starter in his car.

[@heroknaderi]

Very informative. My dad used to have an 06 Jetta and recently was leaking fluids

[@derickstjean435]

Leaking vacuum pump is also a good one or rear main seal

[@1AAuto]

+Derick StJean Thanks for the feedback!

[@MajorGainz-704]

I just recently replaced my coils and spark plugs on my 06 mkv. 140k miles and like Scotty always says, it runs like a clock.

[@NotShowingOff]

Scotty?

[@keangfamily]

Water pump and ignition coil are the main problems for Audi and Volkswagen. My wife’s 2018 VW Tiguan got these two replaced under warranty only 40,000 miles on it. Best SUV to drive though.

[@CarlosTovar-mo9yd]

Here I am, looking for old cars online because the car market is so f*up that nothing else makes sense to buy than a reliable beater. Thanks for this valuable info!

[@rodswartzFL]

We own 3 Mk5 Jetta's (all 2.5's with 5-speed manual) and have had them for over 8 years with mileage ranging from 140K to 314K. I find your "5 Problems" to be quite off. The most common issue (#1) is the Vacuum Brake Pump leaking oil all over the Starter and ruining the latter; the repair is to purchase the Brake Pump Delete Kit which ends the issue without any reduction in stopping power (easier on a manual than automatic but worth it).. Next (#2) is the Water Leaking Into the Front Floorboards issue: this is caused by the drainlines running down from the moonroof getting clogged and some fool engineer decided the overflow should dump into the car! Fix is to use an air-compressor to blow the lines free from the top. (#3) issue is the headliner and door panel glue failing. (#4) Drivers door wiring harness often fails from the wiring being pinched from the opening-and-closing of the door: the fix is a newly designed wiring harness (I've had to do all three of mine!) that has a swoop design to keep the wires in the harness from crimping. #5 are the door lock actuators: they just randomly fail making the doors unable to lock electronically. Basically, if you can get good at taking off door panels and skins, you'll be albe to make the last 2 repairs in about an hour on your own. Lastly, (#6) from talking with owners of automatic transmissions and seeing the number of them for sale with made transmissions, it seems the Automatic transmissions are prone to fail so your advice on fluid flushing is valuable advice. Otherwise, these cars engines are pretty bullet-proof and reliable. Take care!

[@mikeh.9954]

Great video! And thanks for the bookmarks!

[@yogeshror5464]

I have jetta 2011 .My car shifts first two gears at 3000-3500 and not have that much power but if i accelerate the rpm goes same but car moves with power. No engine light . Sparks plugs changed. I also clean the valve . Any suggestions????

[@Zacharias3]

Can running 205/60r16 vs the stock 55's on the 2010 volkswagen cause transmission damage?

[@leeisenberg]

Where is the fuse for the power windows, power mirrors, & interior power door locks? Thanks, - Leeroy

[@EYE_SPIDER]

This was helpful thank you!

[@theproduct456]

You forgot about the vacuum pump , that oil on the transmission the vacuum pump is leaking.

[@themachine8009]

Great vid. Thank you. Does that car.has an interference engine?

[@freeze101man]

Good Afternoon, I have a 2010 VW Jetta with 114k miles, just leaks into the driver's side when it rains......Although now when I start the car it starts and instantly dies. on the cluster, it gives me power steering and ABs as well as a well airbag displays

[@legendaryhicks]

Have a 08 Jetta, started sputtering today. What are the common reasons that would cause it to sputter???

[@HamzaGuzel690]

Did you solve it

[@pauldahab8657]

Keep up the good work💪🏻

[@richardkhumalo109]

Hi,where is the radiator fan relay located on my jetta 1.6 2009 model?

[@funguy3657]

I have one just like that 2010 5 spd manual. I have a roar coming from one of the wheels should i assume its a wheel barring?

[@bpeterfeso]

I have a an 06 Volkswagen Jetta with the 2.5 litre inline 5 cylinder with the 5 speed manual. At 103k miles no mechanical faults to report. German cars are not for people who are lazy and change fluids and make repairs when they want. If you don't repair a German car when it's time to do something it will turn into a nightmare. If you are prepared to actually take care of it then you'll drive a German car with few issues. I certainly enjoy mine

[@NOTQUITLIKEKK]

I’m currently looking to get a 2008 a VW do u think it matters about the miles ?

[@ayva6ovay3gmail31]

Very useful. Thank you 💟

[@MaralushaUSMC]

2009 Jetta Gli with bad ABS module. There is a recall on it but VW won't repair it under recall. They say that they are unable to communicate with the unit so they are not required to honor the recall...

[@andrewvillavicencio8496]

Thank you. Subscribed. I am considering a 2006 Jetta 2.5L with manual transmission. It has 126,000 and well maintained. The headliner is coming down but seems nice besides that. I do not know much about them but it seems like a good deal from my co-worker for $2500. Is it the automatics or manual that had transmission issues, or both? Thanks!! Anyone?

[@mjj69]

Ok I bought mine just last week. My engine shakes, I have black stuff coming out of exhaust and my back door won’t lock or unlock. Did I buy a lemon also now I’m having problems with the reverse lights not working, or is it o my meant to have one reverse light?? I thought the left and right would work but someone told me the right is my rear fog light

[@TERRORoftheLORD]

1:50 If you take the brake caliper off* Otherwise you may just be feeling the brake pads rubbing.

[@slscamg]

I feel for this general era of volkswagon vehicles you could probably do the list of the top 10 or 15 most common problems 😂

[@richardburns9772]

Or top 100.

[@Croytsx]

Back right door doesn’t unlock or lock from the fob and the window doesn’t go up when you hold the lock button on the fob either.

[@roshan197575]

Can you make a video for staying problem Jetta deicel car 2008 up

[@billmalec]

What's this coil thingy? TDI owner.

[@tschmidtty]

those coils essentially power the spark plugs. Having a TDI, our engine is diesel and doesn't have coils or spark plugs since diesels don't use spark plugs

[@S7E7V7E7N]

Ever seen issues with rear doors not being able to open from the outside? 4th trip to mechanic and still not fixed.

[@Benardk4]

Hi, I have a 2006 mk5 Jetta and it jacks when I accelerate to 1000 rpm then after it drives smooth or when I shift from neutral to drive vice versa when stuck in traffic. What could be doing this ? Serviced the gearbox and changed the dog bone but still experiencing this. Any idea what could be causing this ?

[@GG-ey6hm]

I love my car!! 2006 and i have 430 000 no problem with pomps, windows !!

[@dallaswhite6501]

Nicely put thanks

[@jacquesateliergalleriedart3551]

Good Job engeneryng

[@TingR89]

Front suspension issues ?

[@brandonhodge6856]

Any cheap reasons why the power steering would stop working? The red steering wheel dash light is on as well

[@childrenslivesmatter3073]

Fluid??

[@stablejourney]

??? Anyone?

[@rickybrown4448]

Bad valve body issue

[@RETARDAOMENTAL787]

Hi,guys i have a 2006 vw jetta 2.5 with a wired issue, everything work but car won't crank, seen like electric don't pass thru ingnition,,can you give some advices plz.?

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+JUAN LUIS BORRERO RIOS We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@figueroaresendizalejandro8503]

No olviden el consumo es un 4 cilindros que da entre 11 km por litro a 8 mas ahora que estan tan viejos tuve uno pero empezo a fallar de la caja y lo remate por que ya se neutralizaba y aventaba humo mejor me compré un Bora estándar otra cosa está muy bueno en motor 2.5

[@seanm241]

Thanks Steve buscemi

[@lubacotemobile]

Ignition lock cylinder also goes bad often.

[@1AAuto]

+Lubacote Mobile Quick Lube Thanks for the feedback!

[@brandonhodge6856]

This doesn’t cause the power steering to go out does it?

[@Ajgramaglia]

I got an 08 Jetta and the hood won’t close. I can’t get it to seal. The safety latch holds it closed but I can’t get it fully closed/sealed no matter what I do. Anyone have any suggestions? Even slamming the hood shut wont fix it

[@lifesucks3835]

Mines got 173k still going strong

[@davidm.1934]

Sick mine is at 121k’ and going strong!

[@Playstation403]

Mine has 176K going strong 2.5

[@bigabescanal2799]

What type of transmission fluid does it take?

[@austinsizemore7210]

191k here

[@TherealCortelGaming]

2008 Wolfsburg edition168K here

[@mariaagnesmontera9246]

what is the wrigth ignition coil number for kia pride cd5

[@jacquesateliergalleriedart3551]

Good job engenering

[@jaimeperez8149]

Show me how to replaced the hydraulic lifters

[@boomerguy9935]

Does all of this apply to the same generation Rabbit with same engine?

[@ballouksalim9384]

yes

[@TheWeardale1]

i've just had to effectively scrap scrap my 57 plate jetta with just over 97k miles on the clock (part exchanged it for another car and got £295 for it) - as the gearbox was on it's way out...i had no idea of knowing how long it would have lasted for either...and there was only 2 gearboxes online, they were £500, the other side of the country and collection only, and they could have been broken too... great shame as it was a fairly decent car, but I'd never buy another VW again...

[@Daez-ku3pf]

Had my 2010 Passat for a lil over a year and have had every single one of these damn problems.

[@gabrielguzman8350]

i just bought a 2008 a few weeks ago. It just failed inspection for the headlights not being bright enough, and for the emergency break not working which I did not realize. The headlights wont be a huge issue but does anyone have any information to help me fix the emergency break? I am not sure what the issue it with it if its the cable is loose or the cable is gone, or what I will have to do or have to replace. other then that this car has 230,000 miles and runs absolutely beautifully and nothing else is wrong with it, no service lights or check engine lights on, nothing wrong with anything else, I'm so bummed that it didn't pass inspection.

[@williamhughey6875]

How do you fix an Imobilzer stuck in theft mode on a 2008 VW JETTA???

[@Unfixingnormal]

Will be the key

[@DawaahTube]

Please do 2009-2017 Lancer as well

[@1AAuto]

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[@antoniomendoza5811]

Question l have a 2010 2,5 and l start have problemas with the epc light l scanner they said is 1 sensor of the motor crank something l don’t know and another one pedal sensor but l don’t know what to do l send him to scanner again in other mechanic to see a complete diagnostic that

[@1AAuto]

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[@jeromeedwards6219]

What make a 2006 Jetta cut off going down the highway. When you try to crank it it won't make a sound

[@coreyfrazier9121]

Hey I have a 07 VW Jetta 2.5 I had it setting for about a year. I change the battery cause it was dead had a key made cause I lose the original one. Move the car to a new location. After a while it stop starting up. So I thought it was that so I changed it again. Do that it started that but the next day it didn't..so I changed spark plugs, coils, and starter. And still won't start. Do you have any ideal what else could be the problem?

[@us3d263]

You left it sitting for a year? That’s the problem.

[@shanicegrande8631]

the battery maybe?

[@daddypopes]

check the fuel pump

[@daddypopes]

change the oil too while you are at it

[@elenviadodfuego820]

I tried to turn on airbag passenger but my Jetta 2010 A5 no have the kid for do it. Any body knows why ?

[@kathymangano4718]

I have a 2008 Jetta and the back windows will not go down, but I can hear the motors running in the car doors

[@bench175]

I've had a slightly odd shift for like 30,000 miles. Is that normal then? lol

[@mannyphresh833]

Has anyone ever had their Jetta stop moving forward while driving? Any reason this could be? Hope transmission is not shot...

[@glg_roosterguwop222]

My 2010 jetta is stuck in park. The shop I took it to say it was the shift solenoid. Replace it and. It still stuck in park. What could be the issue?

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[@KILLERMASTERBX]

What gas do you recommend i put 93 in my 2008

[@Bamhama125]

Regular is good, you still want to use fuel system cleaner on a schedule no matter what grade you use. The tolerances are affected a little more by buildup.

[@Ryan-qh1ef]

Inside the gas cap door is a label saying what you should run, mine is turboed and likes 93 the best. 89 will make it run like trash

[@LuisAcro]

Y have a 2010 Jetta 2.5 when my car stays for long periods of time parked outside the sun hitting directly sometimes it doesn’t want to start like if something overheated or it starts flickering or it turns on but electric components don work such as A/C, radio, windows, turn signals etc. Anyone know what this could be?

[@1AAuto]

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[@drogers0033]

So what is it if it just randomly shuts off while driving?

[@cincokees631]

Thank you for sharing

[@boukhlifsami1410]

Jetta belle voiture

[@bradleyharli1005]

I have a volkswagen jetta and have crank and not start issues

[@Man25Mega]

you forgot the ignition lock cylinder aka key stuck in ignition

[@JesseArt]

What engine is this? It doesn't look like my 2.0T FSI model. Most of the issues I've had with my 2006 Jetta 2.0T have been electrical. The wiring harness in the drivers side door is notorious for having issues due to the pinch point when the door is closed. If you're have issues door locks and window controls on that side, this might be the problem. Also, headliners tend to have adhesive failure, make sure to ask if it's been replaced already if you're looking at purchasing a used one. It's an expensive fix or a huge pain in the ass to do yourself. Mechanically speaking though, I haven't had any major issues with my Jetta as a second owner for the past 7 years. It doesn't like extremely hot or cold temperatures, but it'll still start anyway. It'll just be angry and yell at you for it. No joke, the factory battery in mine lasted 11 years. My dad and I were stunned when we pulled it out after it finally died. Oh! And the engine air filter is in the dumbest possible place you could imagine, the engine cover, behind like 12 torx screws. Things like that make working on it kind of annoying.

[@brembo2891]

This is the Jetta 2.5 it’s the 5 cylinder 170hp/170trq

[@coldbrew6104]

Honorable mention: door lock actuators are known to fail

[@Richard5873]

Is this the Diesel?

[@Our_America]

I have vw jetta 2010 2.5L and miles now 168000 . I never have any one issue from those 5 .

[@Bamhama125]

"There's a lot of stuff that needs to be moved for the water pump", yea no kidding. Its only a few things like the frame of the car and the engine itself 😂 you'll take the engine off its mounts for that and the alternator.

[@nvdubs]

Not on the 2.0 TSI you don't

[@jeremysky7708]

Had all these issue but trans. I have a 5 apeed

[@IronMikeDyson1979]

My 07 jetta dropped the ignition lock. One of the most worst ideas vw had ever!!!!

[@lansesteiner3563]

Seems like the throttle bodies go bad on these often

[@anthonyredondo4302]

My car doesn’t get out of 5th gear anybody know how to fix it?

[@olsmokey5256]

You forgot the timing chains and tensioners.. $2500

[@davidm.1934]

Just did mine! Way cheaper than that tho for me.

[@zayk8833]

Usually a sensor for that as well, vvt solenoid. Hope this helps!

[@DaveyArmasMartinez]

Did the same on my 2.5 2008 and just about $250 the whole thing

[@rhoddin]

Show me one issue where the transmission needed to be removed and I’ll show you one person who should have replaced or rebuilt the valve body!

[@oumarjrtoure5914]

Do Mazda 5 2008 top problems please

[@1AAuto]

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[@James-un2zj]

Avoid any car with cylinder deactivation, they destroy the engine.

[@bnasty7190]

Sagging headliner. So many pissed off people online about that one.

[@samlynx4908]

The 2009 VW Jetta is one of the worst cars ever made, it has endless issues, it started with the body rusting like crazy at 45,000 miles, then the radiator failed and started leaking followed by the driver door lock, the headlights fuse, then the AC went bad, then the passenger side shock spring broke, then the transmission started acting up and miss-shifting and finally the driver side mirror fell off. all of that before it was even driven 75,000 miles. After all that we just traded it for a Corolla.

[@zainulabideenzain3]

what's up andy

[@juvenalflores2520]

Bad PCV diaphragm as well.

[@ryuzaki3268]

My AC is not working

[@mosesmichael7454]

You didn’t mention the constant overnight parasitic battery drain lol😅

[@jf8461]

Seems like when VW’s run, they run very good. When they break, God help you.

[@Rx330lexuslover]

🚩🚩HELP! I have a 2007 volkswagen jetta. My transmission only hits from 1st to 2nd! No check engine light. What is it?

[@2-old-Forthischet]

Well there you go lady, the engine is sitting the wrong way.

[@rulegaming9268]

2005?