Too bad vw hired the yugo engineers to design their auto transmissions. That conservative passat styling will look good years from now. Get a free detailed estimate for a transmission repair and replacement in your. Had an old 2000 jetta manual which was decent, made it to around 144k miles before the head gasket blew. Used 2012 volkswagen jetta for sale in seattle, wa. Regardless of which transmission is chosenthe fivespeed manual, or a sixspeed dualclutch automatic without shift paddlesthe passat tdi checks in with an estimated rating of 3143 mpg. The definitive guide to the dsg transmission fcp euro. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for 2012 volkswagen passat when you shop the largest online selection at. Used volkswagen passat with manual transmission for sale on. Blasted by purists as the posers porsche, these transmissions have become very popular in recent years, especially since formula 1 cars have begun to use a similar paddleshift arrangement. The passat is a nice family car that you will not outgrow.
This is a clearcut sign of a problem with your transmission. Source for vw transaxle rebiult units, technical info. The average price of a 2012 volkswagen passat transmission repair and replacement can vary depending on location. Our 2005 passat has 250,000 km on it and was troublefree for the first 160k km 100k miles. Shop 2012 volkswagen jetta vehicles for sale in seattle, wa at cars. Complete manual transmissions for volkswagen passat for. Manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. Buy online and pick up in store, or get fast, free delivery on qualified orders. Vehicle had about 9,000 miles on the odometer when noise started. The first time this occurred i limped the car back to the volkswagen dealer and was told they needed to update the ecm software and the problem would be fixed. Is there still major problems with the 2012 jettas transmission. Volkswagen sold almost ten million vw jettas, despite the common and. The volkswagens tiptronic transmission is very modern and uses cutting. The 2014 jetta 5 cylinder engine is a gas hog, even though it drives nice.
Is there still major problems with the 2012 jettas. The worst volkswagen jetta model year you should never buy. The worst complaints are rough lurches when slowing or cruising at low. The worst complaints are rough lurches when slowing or cruising at low speeds, severe lag when taking off from a stop. Volkswagen jetta transmission noise problems part 1. I have a 2012 vw jetta 5 speed manual transmission. The 20 volkswagen passat tdi is one of the most familyfriendly midsize sedans ive ever driven with its large backseat, ample trunk and ahmazing fuel economy. Complete manual transmissions for volkswagen passat ebay. The problems are mainly due to a fault in the direct shift gearbox dsg system. Get a free detailed estimate for a transmission repair and replacement in your area. Troubleshooting volkswagen transmission problems youcanic. Passat tdi sedanwagon was only offered in 2004 and 2005. Apr 20, 2020 the volkswagen jetta and the volkswagen passat are two different sedans from the same carmaker. Apr 20, 2020 problem with your 2012 volkswagen jetta.
It may seem like manual transmissions are going extinct, and have been for decades, but this rule doesnt apply so much to volkswagen. The real cause of the jetta glis solo transmission act for 2018 the sixspeed dsg persists is the tidying up of jetta variants in the sixthgenerations likely final model year. I love driving manual cars, so that was the determining factor for me. Get reliability information for the 2015 volkswagen jetta from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. There seems to be a problem serving the request at this time. The volkswagen models that have been affected by these transmission problems and have been recalled by the manufacturer are the jetta, jetta sportswagen, gti and eos. Tiptronic transmission is another way volkswagen is making driving fun for its customers. Sep 15, 2011 three brandnew drivetrains are now available for the 2012 passat. We still believe in some of the pure aspects of driving, and that is why were happy there are so many volkswagen models with manual transmission. The worst complaints are transmission shifts into neutral while driving, vibrating and gears slippage, and thump. Volkswagen transmission problems such as erratic shifting, limp mode, no. Volkswagen jetta questions 2012 vw jetta transmission cargurus. The jetta is a compact fourdoor sedan, while the passat is a midsize fourdoor sedan. Jetta is a shifting concern with the automatic transmission in the ca.
Common faults in the 6speed dsg automatic transmission. Used volkswagen passat with manual transmission for sale. This volkswagen had almost as many transmission problems as those with the engine. How to fix automatic transmission problem vw passat. Jun 10, 2014 the volkswagen models that have been affected by these transmission problems and have been recalled by the manufacturer are the jetta, jetta sportswagen, gti and eos. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Volkswagen transmission are available in both manual and automatic, which appeals to a number of people since many people are looking for those manual transmissions in high quality cars. Almost all of the new volkswagen models can be equipped with tiptronic transmission, including the beetle, cc, golf, jetta, passat, and tiguan. Top 2012 volkswagen jetta problems high mileage automatic transmissions may have shifting problems ignition coil, ignition wires, and spark plugs may fail. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. At approximately 79k miles my 2006 vw jetta tdi began to rattle loudly in the engine compartment at idle and low r. Your case if the 1st that ive seen with such damage. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of volkswagen jetta based on all problems reported for the jetta.
This was only offered with a 5spd automatic tiptronic transmission. Transmission problems with a vw jetta tdi maintenance. Manual transmission failure volkswagen passat forum. This tepid combo puts out 170 hp at 5,700 rpm and 177 lbft of torque at 4,250 rpm, with mileage estimated at 21 mpg city32 highway. The volkswagen jetta is perhaps one of the most popular vw cars that are out there. Anywhere between 60,000100,000 miles is a good gear oil change interval. I purchased one on the dealers lot, so i will be picking it up on monday. I drive an average of 20,000 miles per year and am currently on track to put more than 40,000 miles in two years of ownership. You might notice that, while driving, your car hesitates or refuses to go into gear. Manual transmission gear oil change diy on mk3 vw jetta, passat. I really like the keyless start and the blind spot and rear backup warning. Sep 10, 2020 manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. It may be a fuse problem causing loss of communication with the tcm. Knowing the most common and prevalent vw jetta problems can help you lower.
Jan 21, 2020 some info and a little history of my car. To see how frequently 2012 volkswagen jetta problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. No visits to dealership other than routine maintenance. Im guessing that since it was used, maybe the last owner didnt admire the passat as much as its current owner and abused the transmission. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline. Volkswagen jetta owners have reported 57 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. A dsg transmission can perform a complete shift in around 200 milliseconds and can shift more quickly than the best drivers in a similar manual transmission vehicle.
I have a very loud clickingtapping noise when at idle and lower rpms. How to fix automatic transmission problem vw passat tiptronic. Shudder on accel from a stop, lurching and bucking in 2nd gear at steady 15 to 17 mph, clunkpop noise when transmission downshifts 21 such as when braking gently. To keep your vw jetta tdi or vw passat tdi transmission shifting smoothly and prevent excessive wear, make sure to change your transmission oil regularly. May 30, 2020 luckily both the jetta and the passat are actually fairly repair cost friendly and also very similar over the course of a year. Our list of 22 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2012 volkswagen jetta. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for volkswagen passat when you shop the largest online selection at. The 2012 volkswagen passat sedan is offered in three broad models broken down by engine 2. There was 90,000 miles on it and now there is 97,000. Who would have ever thought you could experience the thrills of manual transmission in an automatic car.
The tiptronic was designed by porsche as a viable alternative to the standard manual transmission that was the only option traditionally available. Vw not shifting or going into limp mode due to faulty shifter gear selector. I ended up moving to indiana so i am not able to take this car back to the original dealership that i bought it from. Shop autozone for 2012 volkswagen jetta manual transmission. Complete auto transmissions for 2012 volkswagen passat for. Once it gets to this point the transmission behavior is so erratic and down shifts when coming to a stop so violent i think its going to give up the ghost on the spot. I took the car to a vw dealership who quoted me r 6000. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 10 2012 jetta models in seattle. The gears 16 ratios are the same on the manual transmission cars as the jetta golfsportwagen but with different final drive ratios. Depending on the exact trim level, the dsg equipped mk7 gti is about twotenths of a second faster to 60 miles per hour at 5. See realworld 2012 volkswagen jetta transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other 2012 volkswagen jetta owners. Volkswagen has also had problems with its highend paddle gearbox, the tiptronic transmission system. Volkswagen jetta manual transmission problems part 1. The gen 1 clean diesel tdi fix explained diesel news, info.
Or, the person didnt know how to drive manual and really did some damage to the bearings and rest of the internals. The only thing that could worry anyone is that as a new vw model in the usa, it may yet have its own problems. I have a 2019 volkswagen jetta gli 35th anniversary edition 2. Wanted to get 2012 passat tdi with manual transmission but without decent trade in ill just patch this thing together. Dec 31, 2015 volkswagen models with manual transmission. Get reliability information for the 2012 volkswagen jetta from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. New 2021 volkswagen jetta for sale near me with photos. Manual transmission problems of volkswagen jetta part 1. The average price of a 2012 volkswagen jetta transmission repair and replacement can vary depending on location. The first time this occurred i limped the car back to the volkswagen dealer and was told they needed to update the ecm software and the problem. The smaller jetta s standard engine has 150 horsepower, with a maximum upgrade to 210 horsepower in the performance gli version. Volkswagen recalled 202014 vw jetta hybrid models that were manufactured october 2012 through october 20, and were equipped with a dq200 direct.
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