1996 Volkswagen Jetta Cruise Control Problems
2 owner-reported cruise control complaints from NHTSA data
2
Complaints
May 2001 – Jul 1999
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (2)
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: May 2001
WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN, AND UPON DEPRESSING ACCELERATOR PEDAL ACCELERATOR FAILED TO RESPOND, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL POWER WHICH CAUSED A NEAR ACCIDENT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
NHTSA #: 887657
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Jul 1999
THE CRUISE CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY, 60% OF THE TIME IT WILL NOT SETAND WHEN IT DOES IT SOMETIMES TURNS ITSELF OFF WHIL CONSUMER IS DRIVING, DEALER ATTEMPTED TO FIX BUT PROBLEM STILL EXIST. NLM
NHTSA #: 782553
Other 1996 Volkswagen Jetta Issues
Visibility (31)Electrical System (30)Power Train (23)Latches/locks/linkages (16)Engine And Engine Cooling (20)Air Bags (14)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (16)Structure (7)Equipment (7)Steering (6)Wheels (4)Exterior Lighting (4)Suspension (4)Seat Belts (2)Child Seat (2)Seats (2)Fuel System, Gasoline (1)Tires (1)Fuel System, Other,vehicle Speed Control,equipment (1)