2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2011 Volkswagen Jetta has 9 recalls, the most serious being a transmission sensor fault that can allow the ignition key to be removed while the car is not in Park, letting the vehicle roll away if the parking brake is not set. On diesel models, a fuel injector line can develop small cracks and leak fuel near ignition sources, raising the risk of an engine fire. There is also an engine concern tied to certain aftermarket water pumps sold through NAPA Auto Parts: a defective pump can cause the timing belt to fail and the engine to shut down without warning. On the electrical side, the converter box, horn, and anti-theft alarm share a single fuse; if that fuse blows, the engine management system, headlights, and wipers can all cut out while driving. A suspension recall covers the rear axle trailing arms, which can fracture suddenly if they were damaged in a crash but not properly inspected or replaced during a prior repair. Finally, an optional accessory exhaust tip extends past the factory tailpipe and can burn someone who makes contact with it while the exhaust is hot.