Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen 2008

Model Jetta Sportwagen made in 2008 by Volkswagen got 1 recall as well as 30 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and child seat. There was one recall concerning visibility . The car has one 2.5 engine.

Model 2008

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
2.5 5Semiautomatic, 6 gearsF21/29/2424.7462/39.46/29.7357Regular1751SMALL STATION WAGONS15-Jun-07
2.5 5Manual, 5 gearsF21/29/2424.1057/39.4938/29.231Regular1751SMALL STATION WAGONS15-Jun-07

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - LINKAGES
10V621000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC V (Vehicle)228236MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC12/10/201012/14/2010
Defect SummaryVolkswagen is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 jetta, jetta sportwagen, golf and rabbit, as well as model year 2006 -2010 new beetle and new beetle convertible vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, golf and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line.
Consequence SummaryIf chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDepending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
NotesVolkswagen safety recall no. 2014/u1. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
SA-97U301/01/201110038595Ready06/22/2011
SA-97U301/01/201110038595Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. resistance in the air bag system can cause the air bag light to turn on even though there is no problem. *rm06/22/2011
AIR BAGS - SIDE/WINDOW
SA-97U301/01/201110038595Ready06/22/2011
SA-97U301/01/201110038595Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. resistance in the air bag system can cause the air bag light to turn on even though there is no problem. *rm06/22/2011
CHILD SEAT - LATCH CONNECTOR
TB-00-10-0609/30/201010036493Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe03/23/2011
CHILD SEAT - VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR
TB-00-10-0609/30/201010036493Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe03/23/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TB-94-10-0208/09/201010036467Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f03/16/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
TB-09-10-0208/09/201010035204Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant02/11/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
TB-09-10-0208/09/201010035204Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant02/11/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
TB-01-11-3012/22/201110043286Volkswagen: on certain model year vehicles, experiencing harsh up/down shift in gears 1-2, 2-3 or 3-2, 2-1. especially during temperatures below 60 c (140 f). programming software update is provided for ecm, tcm and valve body replacemen03/09/2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
SA-97U301/01/201110038595Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. resistance in the air bag system can cause the air bag light to turn on even though there is no problem. *rm06/22/2011
SA-97U301/01/201110038595Ready06/22/2011
TB-94-10-0208/09/201010036467Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f03/16/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
TB-01-12-0402/10/201210043602Volkswagen: gasoline engines have rough idle, have significant loss of power or stalling with reduced performance. *pe04/13/2012
TB-01-11-3012/22/201110043286Volkswagen: on certain model year vehicles, experiencing harsh up/down shift in gears 1-2, 2-3 or 3-2, 2-1. especially during temperatures below 60 c (140 f). programming software update is provided for ecm, tcm and valve body replacemen03/09/2012
TB-15-11-0412/22/201110043276Volkswagen: certain model year vehicles are experiencing engine not starting, making a rattling noise when engine has started, timing chain keeps slipping and exhaust light comes on. *pe03/08/2012
SB-10-11-0102/14/201110038655Ready06/24/2011
SB-10-11-0102/14/201110038655Volkswagen: malfunction light is on and there is noise with the engine running rough. multiple trouble codes possibly stored. all models 2008-2012. *rm06/24/2011
TB-97-10-0708/04/201010035104Volkswagen: gff test plan, ground connection verification. new gff function test for engine will not start or intermittently does not start conditions. engine grounds may not be secure. models new beetle, convertible, jetta, wagon and s02/09/2011
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
TB-94-10-0208/09/201010036467Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f03/16/2011
TB-09-10-0208/09/201010035204Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant02/11/2011
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TB-01-10-1006/07/201010034824Volkswagen: due to fuel intrusion into the low pressure side fuel pressure sensor g410, a false signal may be sent to the ecm resulting in a reading that is out of tolerance. *pe01/19/2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY
TB-01-10-1006/07/201010034824Volkswagen: due to fuel intrusion into the low pressure side fuel pressure sensor g410, a false signal may be sent to the ecm resulting in a reading that is out of tolerance. *pe01/19/2011
PARKING BRAKE
SB-90-11-0103/23/2011SB-90-11-0310038667Volkswagen: when the warning lights are used for an extended time there may be multiple problems due to a software concern: warning light symbol stays on after they are turned off. open door and hatch symbols are shown even though they are06/24/2011
SB-90-11-0103/23/2011SB-90-11-0310038667Ready updated on 06/24/2011. *kb updated a second time on 06/24/2011. *kb06/24/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TB-35-11-0106/06/201110041250Ready09/21/2011
TB-35-11-0106/06/201110041250Volkswagen: the gear box has a momentarily delay while accelerating. *rm09/21/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
TB-01-11-3012/22/201110043286Volkswagen: on certain model year vehicles, experiencing harsh up/down shift in gears 1-2, 2-3 or 3-2, 2-1. especially during temperatures below 60 c (140 f). programming software update is provided for ecm, tcm and valve body replacemen03/09/2012
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CSC-37E6/S808/01/201010036970Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. in some vehicles it is possible that a bushing inside the mechatronic unit has the potential to wear out prematurely, causing the clutches inside the transmission04/25/2011
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
CSC-37E6-S806/16/201010034825Volkswagen: in some vehicles it is possible that a bushing inside the mechatronic unit has the potential to wear out prematurely, causing the clutches inside the transmission to operate less smoothly than before. *pe01/19/2011

Car dealers selling


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ALBirmingham35215Serra Nissan/Oldsmobile, Inc.2765337
CAElk Grove95758Wesley B. Lasher Investment Corp.405-2650
COLittleton80121Continental Volkswagen, Inc.795-1100
CTStamford6902Riverbank Motors Corp.3272500
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GAMacon31206Butler Volkswagen, Inc.476-1770
ILCountryside60525Fishacar, Ltd.3546600
ILrockford61112Lou Bachrodt Chevrolet Co.3323000
ILSPRINGFIELD62791Green on Dirksen, Ltd.6983100
INClarksville47129Clapp Oldsmobile, Inc.
MDGAITHERSBURG20879King Volkswagen LLC9483330
MOHazelwood63042J. Eickel Motors, Inc.731-7777
MOSt. Louis63123Southland Imports, Inc.892-8200
NYGlenmont12077Capital Cities Imported Cars, Inc.4633141
NYkingston12401Heart Chevrolet, Ltd.3366600
NYLYNBROOK11563Sunrise Volkswagen, Inc.
VAWinchester22602Miller Auto Sales, Inc.
WAKennewick99336Overturf Motor Company, Inc.