1995 Volkswagen Jetta Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 12%of 220 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 123,600miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the visibility of the 1995 Volkswagen Jetta, 12% of the 220 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 123,600 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1) there was no warning leading up to the failure. I was returning home from work during rush hour traffic and had just come to a stop at a traffic light after exiting the highway 2) the heater core failed depositing engine temperature coolant (>200 degree) into the foot wells and releasing coolant vapors into the cabin. The windows were instantly obscured and I was forced to lean out the window to reach the side of the road. …”
NHTSA complaint #10167523, filed 2006-09, 104,768 miles“(1) I was operating the window normally and the window regulator failed. The window dropped into the door and I was unable to put it back up. (2) this happened in sever thunderstorms and I was unable to drive my vehicle. I had to pull over to the side of the interstate and sit on a narrow shoulder until the storm passed. My rear window is also having the same problem with a window regulator, and is unable to go up and down. (3) I have to buy a replacement window regulator and install it. The old part is available. …”
NHTSA complaint #10161519, filed 2006-07, 121,200 miles“I was driving a 1995 vw Jetta about 40 MPH. In an instant, the front windshield was covered with steam and I could not see the road. There was also steam coming out of the dashboard vents which was very distracting. I had to brake very quickly and hope that I did not crash or run off of the roadway. I got the car to the dealership. They did a diagnosis and said that the heater core had ruptured. The car is not driveable since the engine cannot be cooled because the coolant will not stay in the system, I.e. It leaks out very fast. I did not authorize repair as of 12/16/2005.”
NHTSA complaint #10145491, filed 2005-12, 140,000 miles“Heater core on 95 Jetta gl iii broken. Seems to be a faulty part with many, many verified complaints. Vwoa should issue a recall and replace this part for free.”
NHTSA complaint #10180865, filed 2007-01, 126,000 miles“Well lets start with the window motors, I have had my car since 1998 and I have had to replace my window motors for each window at least 2 or 3 times. I which I have had to pay $300 or more. Also the side striping which melts off in the sun has been replaced also 3 or 4 times costing $100 each round. Why is it that these items have not been recalled or replaced for free when it is not the users fault for these items going bad or falling off!!!!!”
NHTSA complaint #10110174, filed 2005-02Related service bulletins
- 10122956May 8, 2015Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open…
- 10239789Jan 24, 2014To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine…
- 10122240Jan 24, 2014Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 9% |
| 2024 | 4 | 9% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 4 | 6% |
| 2020 | 2 | 4% |
| 2019 | 26 | 5% |
| 2017 | 5 | 3% |
| 2016 | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 | 4 | 2% |
| 2014 | 8 | 2% |
| 2013 | 13 | 3% |
| 2012 | 24 | 5% |
| 2011 | 26 | 4% |
| 2010 | 14 | 2% |
| 2009 | 10 | 1% |
| 2008 | 8 | 4% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 24 | 4% |
| 2005 | 7 | 3% |
| 2004 | 11 | 5% |
| 2003 | 21 | 5% |
| 2002 | 45 | 6% |
| 2001 | 71 | 11% |
| 2000 | 77 | 18% |
| 1999 | 81 | 23% |
| 1998 | 42 | 22% |
| 1997 | 16 | 30% |
| 1996 | 13 | 42% |
| 1995 | 26 | 12% |
| 1994 | 15 | 13% |
| 1993 | 4 | 24% |
| 1992 | 3 | 10% |
| 1991 | 7 | 23% |
| 1990 | 4 | 18% |
| 1989 | 6 | 21% |
| 1988 | 2 | 11% |
| 1987 | 4 | 22% |
| 1986 | 3 | 21% |
| 1985 | 1 | 8% |
Other parts of the 1995 Volkswagen Jetta
45 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
37 complaintsEngine cooling
26 complaintsBrakes
23 complaintsAir bags
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsEquipment
18 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Volkswagen Jetta
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology