2007 Volkswagen Jetta electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 45 complaints for the 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, 16% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 45 16% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 76,000 miles 41 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 3
- Injuries and deaths
- 2 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When electrical system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 3 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 6 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 4 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 8 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 11 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 41 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 76,000 miles, and 32% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 3 fires, 2 injuries.
What owners wrote
The vehicle was in motion with the seat heater on. I noticed a burning smell and then a burning sensation. By the time I was able to safely pull over, there was a hole in the right side of the driver's seat cover, exposing the wiring and foam. My coat and clothing were burned, as well as my back. There is also evidence of overheating/burning in additional locations of the seat cover, but it only burned through in one location.
Power door lock system failure. Can not lock entire doors. Key got stuck and could not remove key from ignition. Had to call a tow-truck, pay ($350) and have taken to dealer. Dealer recommended replacing entire power door systems. Cost me about $450...went ahead and approved replacement. $350 + $450 = $800. Power lock failed again...sep-oct 2012. Dealer again recommends replacing entire power lock system. What???? No recall has be implemented or set....
Other problems reported for the 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
- Brakes 54 complaints
- Air bags 36 complaints
- Engine 25 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 22 complaints