Why does my VW Jetta shut off without warning?

Why does my VW Jetta shut off without warning?

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. On multiple occasions, the vehicle would not immediately start. While driving, the vehicle would suddenly shut off without warning. On one occasion, after driving into a busy intersection, the vehicle suddenly shut off.

Do you have a 2012 VW Passat TDI?

If you have a 2012, 2013, or 2014 Passat 2.0L TDI and got the approved emissions modification, Volkswagen has identified a potential problem with the “fix” it installed on your car that needs your immediate attention. If you have one of those vehicles but haven’t gotten the modification, you must make an important decision very soon.

Is the 2012 VW Jetta SportWagen in good condition?

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How do I get my VW Passat back?

Call 1‑844‑98‑CLAIM by the date in the letter you get from VW to select the buyback or early lease termination. If you decide you still want the modification, wait until you hear from Volkswagen that the software update is available to fix the problem Volkswagen has reported. Here are answers to questions Passat owners may have.

Why does my VW window light stop working?

I pressed every button on the door, they all worked like a charm. I pressed the auto-down button for the window, and opened the door. When the door got about half way open, the window stopped, all the lights went out on the door, and the instrument cluster started beeping funny. Well you can check it out in the video.

What was the problem with my VW car?

It turns out that the ground wire in the boot between the body of the car and the door was broken. It would make contact with the door shut, but open when the door was open. I am really glad I was able to capture it on video.

Why does my car shut off after I start the engine?

Engine Starts Great, immediately shuts off upon release of key. The only possible reason that the starter doesn’t operate after the engine is started and you hold the key in the start position is that there is a vacuum lockout that kills the current to the starter after engine starts and is producing vacuum.

Why did my Passat AdBlue tank shut down?

The car didn’t shut down on him. He was smart enough to keep driving until he got to a safe place where someone could look at the car. The car did re-start at the dealer. The temperatures were above the freezing point of AdBlue and the AdBlue tank on a Passat is heated, so it’s not that.

Why does my car shut off without warning?

While driving, the vehicle would suddenly shut off without warning. On one occasion, after driving into a busy intersection, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the crank sensor was faulty.

Can a car shut down the engine while in motion?

The fly-by-wire system on a Boeing plane will. Both philosophies have saved lives — and caused crashes. P.S. shutting down the engine while you’re in motion is a huge safety issue, so no car is ever going to do this by design.

Where can I get a 2016 VW Jetta?

No warning lights came on! vehicle did not restart. Called vw roadside assistance and had it towed to south motors vw dealership on south dixie and 179 st. Miami. Vw certified technicians can’t figure out whats wrong with the car. See all problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta . Car shuts off while driving on highway. Lost all power.

Where can I get a VW Jetta towed?

Called vw roadside assistance and had it towed to south motors vw dealership on south dixie and 179 st. Miami. Vw certified technicians can’t figure out whats wrong with the car.

Are there transmission problems with the VW Jetta?

This is a common problem with the VW auto transmission. For the longest time, the dealer kept on saying that they could not replicate the problem. I was able to replicate the problem when I requested the service manager to ride with me, but all he said was for me to monitor it and wait for it to get worse.

Why does my car make a clicking sound while driving?

It sounds as if the car locks are attempting to lock and unlock while I am driving. It is a clicking sound. The doors will automatically lock when the car is going at 10 mph – this is normal. The locking/unlocking sound sometimes will start within 5 minutes and other times within 30 minutes – it is totally random.

Is there a problem with my Jetta 20K?

I just recently was experiencing engine noise problems at 20k on my 2006 TDI Jetta, and the dealer just called me and said that the clutch was totally destroyed. The noise that I heard from the engine sounded more like a timing/misfiring problem and I was very surprised to hear anything about the clutch.

What happens if the ignition key is stuck on a Jetta?

Ignition key stuck in ignition switch in the on/run position and will not turn off or come out of ignition. See all problems of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta . Ignition switch was stuck in the on position with the engine running. The car was stopped and in park in a driveway.

Are there any problems with the ignition switch on a Volkswagen Jetta?

Volkswagen Jetta owners have reported 75 problems related to ignition switch (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Volkswagen Jetta based on all problems reported for the Jetta.

How much does a Volkswagen Jetta engine hesitate?

Volkswagen Jetta Engine hesitates during acceleration Inspection costs $89 on average. It can be frustrating for any driver to expect certain acceleration from their vehicle only to find that the vehicle seems to be hesitant while speeding up.

What happens if you don’t put oil in your car?

It will suddenly sound rough and stop on its own. Seized engines due to lack of oil can range from a little engine damage to major damage. An engine can seize from not running, too. In that case, it’s a little different. The piston rings ‘freeze’ against the cylinder walls from rusting.

What causes a car to stop while driving?

The crankshaft sensor is a necessary part to make your car engine running on a lot of car models. On some car models, you do also have a camshaft position sensor, which the car uses if the camshaft sensor is faulty. In this case, a faulty crankshaft position sensor may not cause the car to stop entirely.

When did the light come on on my Volkswagen Golf GTI?

The light first came a couple weeks ago after there was a noticeable shift in power, light tug, feeling of a slight down shift. I preceded to drive the car home and left it parked for the night. The next day the light was off.

Why is my EPC light not working on my GTI?

My brand new 2015 GTI (3 weeks old) just had a similar problem when I was out driving it yesterday. In a parking lot on a hill. Car would start for a few seconds then fail to idle and die. The EPC light was on. Thought it was flooded and tried everything including jump starting by rolling down the hill for about 200 yards. Still nothing.

Why did my VW Jetta stall on the freeway?

2014 vw Jetta suddenly stalled while driving on the freeway. Engine stalled and had complete loss of power, reducing steering and braking capability, creating a dangerous driving condition likely to increase chances of a crash. Alternator light came on. Was able to avoid traffic and get over to side of road and shut engine off.

What kind of engine shut off at 35 mph?

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen jeta. The contact was driving at 35 mph on the high and their engine shut off. The contact put their hazard lights on and they pulled over to the curb. The contacts spouse came, restarted the vehcile and the engine shut back on. Warning lights did illuminate. The vehicle was not towed.

When does the transmission slip in a VW Jetta?

Now the transmission appears to slip in third or when car is moving around 35-50 miles an hour on the local roads. NO PROBLEM with slipping on take off and the shifting generally shifts normally. If you back OFF with the gas it generally reconnects and the apparent “slip” catches and tork is resumed.

What to do if your Volkswagen Jetta is stalling?

Before troubleshooting any automotive issue, including stalling issues with the Jetta, make sure that you check the vehicles trouble codes with an OBD2 scanner. Trouble codes are always a great place to start diagnosing problems on today’s modern computer controlled vehicles. Without them, you are in the dark. These codes are vital to diagnosis.

When to remove negatave terminal from VW Jetta?

ALWAYS remove the negatave terminal 1st and install negative last!!! i have a 2001 VW Jetta 1.8t, 5-speed manual, it starts fine and runs fine for about 20-30 seconds and then loses all power (not lighting and such but engine power).

When to shut off the Jetta GLS auto?

If it sits all day or all night then it’s fine, but shutting it off after even 10 min of driving is a sure way to get stuck! Bee … read more Hi; 2003 Jetta GLS auto had to have entire wiring harness replaced due to short/fire.

What causes a 2006 Jetta TDI to stall?

Just bought a 2006 Jetta TDI and it occasionally will start then quickly stall. After about 15 minutes it starts just fine and stays running. This usually happens when it has been running fine, turned off then needing to be restarted a few minutes later (like the time it takes to run into a convenience store and come back out).

How do you change the fuel pump on a Jetta?

Lift up the lower cushion on the back seat. You’re looking at the pump top. Disconnect the electrical connector and two fuel lines. The pump is held in place by a locking ring. Remove that. Pull the pump out. If your new pump doesn’t include it, mine didn’t, swap the large gasket over. I had the job done in about 15 minutes.

What makes the Check Engine light come on on a VW?

When reading the codes with an OBD2 scanner, you will get codes such as P0300, P0301, P0302. Volkswagen engine coolant temperature sensor can fail, triggering check engine light to come on.

Why does the EPC light come on on my Volkswagen Jetta?

If you get the EPC light, we recommend taking your Jetta in right away. Many issues associated with this warning light coming on have to do with vital vehicular systems. When the EPC light comes on, your vehicle may have limited engine power. The EPC system does this as a failsafe in order to protect the engine from permanent damage.

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What causes a car to shut down while driving?

If the fuel filter is clogged, the fuel entering the system will be insufficient and the engine will shut down. Fortunately, it is pretty easy for you to replace a fuel filter. The third and final thing that could go wrong with your fuel system is a leaking fuel supply line.

Why does my Ford F350 shut down while driving?

If your Ford F350 is shutting down while driving, it’s a real safety hazard. Vehicles are a lot harder to control without power brakes or steering. Directly below is a list of the most common reasons why your F350 would randomly die while driving. It may help you in your diagnosis.

Why does my car shut off when I turn the key?

The ignition switch is installed behind the ignition lock and get’s turned while you turn the key to start the car. Inside of this switch, small metal plates can build up corrosion and rust. If this happens, one of these plates may lose connection, and the whole ignition will get switched off.

Is the 2010 Jetta TDI manual hesitating?

In hopes this helps others who have had this sort of problem: My 2010 Jetta TDI manual has been hesitating since I purchased it new. It was rare at first and never missed when the VW mechanic drove it.

What is the problem with my 2000 beetle?

2000 Beetle, 2.0 liter, starts just fine and in one second it shuts down. No matter what you do it always shuts off again. I am sure it is an electrical issue since it will start again.

What was the Immo light flashing on my 2000 beetle?

Immo light flashing when key is in on 2000 VW beetle 1.8 l. Immo light flashing when key is in on position car will start but immediately died after 1 second of running. is this the … read more Drove for 3 hours on highway and then died while at stop light. Daughter is driving and is 3 hours away alone.