2001 Volkswagen Jetta problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta at about 25 mpg combined (23 city / 30 highway).

Q: How much is a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta worth?

Comparable 2001 Volkswagen Jetta listings run roughly $600–$2,300, typically around $1,255 (from 88 vehicles).

2001 Volkswagen Jetta at a glance

Safety recalls7

Owner complaints686

Combined25 mpg

Typical price$1,255

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2001 Volkswagen Jetta recalls 7

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #14E007000 · 07/03/2014

The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use i…

Fix: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #07V063000 · 20/02/2007

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED IN SEVERAL STAGGERED MAILINGS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 21, 2007. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL O…

Exterior Lighting:hazard Flashing Warning Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #04V584000 · 16/12/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HAZARD SWITCH AND FLASHER SYSTEM FUNCTION MAY DEGRADE OVER TIME BECAUSE OF DISTORTION AND MATERIAL TRANSFER OF THE CONTACTS OF CERTAIN HAZARD SWITCH RELAYS WHICH OCCURS DUE TO SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASED ELECTRICAL CURRENT LOAD FROM HIGHER WATTAGE TURN SIGNAL BULBS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD FLASHER SWITCH/RELAY KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #06V183000 · 24/05/2006

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS AND CRUISE CONTROLS, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ON THESE VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY DURING SAFETY RECALLS 03V-265 OR 04V-096.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 27, 2006. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL OR 06V-183, BUT NOT BOTH. THE REMEDY IS THE SAME FOR EACH RECALL. VOLKSWAGEN…

Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual NHTSA Campaign #02V244000 · 12/09/2002

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE'S REAR SEATS MUST BE IDENTIFIED BY MARKINGS, AND THEIR LOCATION AND USE BE DESCRIBED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL.

Fix: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLEMENT FOR THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALSO ONE SET OF FOUR GUIDANCE FIXTURES INTENDED TO USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH CHILD SEATS EQUIPPED WITH RIGID OR SEMI-RIGID LOWER ANCHORAGE ATTACHMENTS. ALSO ENCLOSED WILL BE FOUR DECALS TOGETHER WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND A…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip NHTSA Campaign #02V031000 · 31/01/2002

ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, SHORT CIRCUITS CAN OCCUR WITHIN THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS).

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS CONTROL UNIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 8, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #04V096000 · 20/02/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH ON THESE VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION.

Fix: THIS RECALL HAS BEEN SUPERCEDED BY 06V-183. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD A REMEDY PERFORMED UNDER THIS RECALL SHOULD RETURN TO THEIR DEALER FOR THE REDESIGNED REMEDY. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Volkswagen Jetta common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 686 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2001 Volkswagen Jetta MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,850

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta worth?

Low

$600

Typical price

$1,255

High

$2,300

From 88 comparable 2001 Volkswagen Jetta listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,250

Depreciation (5 yrs)$800

Total$15,050

Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,255) with the same model 3 model-years older ($767), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2001 Volkswagen Jetta trims & engines on record

Trims

GLS · GLS VR6 · GLX VR6 · GL · GLS 1.8T · GLS Wolfsburg Edition 1.8T · GLS TDI

Engines

2.0L 4-cyl 115 hp · 2.8L 6-cyl 174 hp · 1.8L 4-cyl 150 hp · 1.9L 4-cyl 90 hp

2001 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles on record

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR63VWTG69M91M162433 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSK69M31M189802 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T3VWSD69M91M123328 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSS29M11M066363

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T3VWSD29MX1M215959 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSK69M21M205584

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSS29M81M044649 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GL3VWRB69M71M088468

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS Wolfsburg Edition 1.8T3VWPD69M81M178505

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR63VWTG69M11M150941

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSS29M61M054516

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR63VWTG69M21M156893

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX VR63VWTG69M91M139606

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSS29M81M069681

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLSWVWSB61J51W733141 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS Wolfsburg Edition 1.8T3VWPD69M31M226640

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS VR63VWSG29M81M066913 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GL3VWRS29M21M002279

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T3VWSD69M61M219482 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSK69M41M120455

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GL3VWRT29M71M010889

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSK69M61M112017

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSK69M91M172759

2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS3VWSB69M71M087144

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2001 Volkswagen Jetta — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 686 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Volkswagen Jetta at about 25 mpg combined (23 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta worth?

Comparable 2001 Volkswagen Jetta listings run roughly $600–$2,300, typically around $1,255 (from 88 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.