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3VWJM71K49M••••••2009 Volkswagen JETTA
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2009 Volkswagen JETTA build (9 vs 4).
9on this build
785on the model
178builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedService Brakes 5Electrical System 2Engine 2Exterior Lighting 1
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashAug 2017
I purchased this 2009 jetta vw used from my daughter. She was original owner and diligent about keeping the maintenance up to date. It had 115,000 miles when I purchased it and had to replace battery and rear brakes within 3 months although she had replaced rear brakes 6 months…
Vehicle Speed ControlFeb 2022
I brought my car to the dealership not even 2 years ago. They said they fixed my ABS moduler and the EPC updated the software and replaced the ABS moduler if they did then why is my car shutting down and causing me trouble and having issues. I just need this car fixed the…
Electrical SystemJan 2022
My car been fine and went to take my daughter to school and shut the car off and get back in to go home and wouldn't start and the Abs light came on and Check Engine light as well. I am concerned because I think since I have done the ABS no longer then 2 years. I feel like there…
Unknown Or OtherSep 2020
Hi yes I am concerned in regards I had a call for a recall on my jetta 2009. NHTSA called me to set up and appointment. I did exactly what I was supposed to do with the recall. When the recall was finish I thought my work was on the manufacturing and was to pay the dealership.…
Service BrakesAug 2021
Update to recently filed incident report over brake system warnings in VW Jetta: VW Service has now replaced ABS module at cost to me of Approx. $2200. The car had been subject to a recall in 2017 for "45F2 - ABS Control Module Software" and update was performed in April 2017 at…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3VWJM71K49M024875 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.