1997 Volkswagen Jetta Brakes Problems
6 owner-reported brakes complaints from NHTSA data
6
Complaints
1
Crashes
Feb 1998 – Dec 1998
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (6)
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: Feb 2002
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THERE IS A LOUD STREAKING GRINDING NOISE. DEALERDSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK
NHTSA #: 8004124
mediumPARKING BRAKE
CrashFiled: Mar 2000
VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A DECLINE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON, AND VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A HILL INTO A TREE. DEALE HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA #: 857676
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: Dec 1998
BRAKE PADS CONTINUALLY FAILING CAUSING VIBRATION.
NHTSA #: 542983
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: Oct 1998
ROTORS WARPED AND FRONT BRAKES FAILED CAUSING VIBRATION.
NHTSA #: 542258
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: May 1998
ROTORS WARPED CAUSING VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL.
NHTSA #: 535399
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: Feb 1998
ABS BRAKES LOCK UP/FAIL. *AK
NHTSA #: 524494
Other 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Issues
Electrical System (24)Visibility (20)Power Train (21)Air Bags (11)Structure (8)Engine And Engine Cooling (14)Tires (6)Suspension (10)Vehicle Speed Control (4)Latches/locks/linkages (4)Fuel System, Gasoline (7)Seat Belts (2)Steering,suspension,air Bags,service Brakes (4)Wheels (1)Seats (1)Equipment (1)Fuel System, Other,power Train (1)Exterior Lighting (1)