1997 Volkswagen Jetta Latches & Locks Problems
4 owner-reported latches & locks complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (4)
FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE WHEN IT IS TOO COLD OUTSIDE. DEALER SAYS THAT THE VACCUUM ACTUATORS (WHATEVER THOSE ARE) ARE THE PROBLEM AND NEED TO BE REPLACED, AT SIGNIFICANT COST. LSO, DRIVER'S DOOR LOCK CAME OUT COMPLETELY WITH THE KEY. DEALER REPLACED THE LOCK. ALSO, COOLANT LIGHT FLASHES RED WHEN CAR IS FIRST STARTED IN COLD WEATHER. COOLANT LEVELS AND FUSE ARE OK. ALSO, SIDE TRIM ON FRONT PASSENGER DOOR IS COMING LOOSE FROM THE DOOR.*AK
DRIVER'S DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
DURING COLD WEATHER BOTH FRONT DOOR AND TRUNK LOCKS FREEZE UP AND CONSUMER IS UNABLE TO ENTER THE CAR. NLM
DOOR LATCHES FREEZE AND DOORS WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE OF THE CAR - RECURRING DESIGN PROBLEM.