NHTSA investigationPE00033
Investigation PE00033: 1993–2000 Volkswagen Jetta
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Aug 10, 2000
- Closed
- Dec 28, 2000
- Model years
- 1993–2000
Subject
Fuel tank puncture
Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Summary
The office of defects investigation opened this investigation on august 10, 2000 based on 9 reports regarding punctured fuel tanks involving the jetta, passat, and cabrio models.the reports indicate additional reports in its response to the preliminary evaluation.this investigation has been upgraded for further study.
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 2000 Volkswagen Jetta439 complaints
- 1999 Volkswagen Jetta349 complaints
- 1998 Volkswagen Jetta192 complaints
- 1997 Volkswagen Jetta54 complaints
- 1996 Volkswagen Jetta31 complaints
- 1995 Volkswagen Jetta220 complaints
- 1994 Volkswagen Jetta117 complaints
- 1993 Volkswagen Jetta17 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.