house-1221
Member
I just wanted to report the issue that I'm having, give the details and get some advice. I have read the horror stories and i'm a little concerned to say the least.
Car details
2009 jetta sportwagon TDI
6 speed manual
under 8000 miles
don't know build date - car was bought in july 2009
The story goes like this...
First long road trip with the family on a Friday afternoon - GA to PA and back. Returning home (about 9 hours away) and traveling on the interstate, first the flashing glow plugs indicator light comes on and then the check engine. The engine starting reducing in power as i made it the the exit. When i got to the exit ramp and took my foot off the accelerator, the car stalled. After a tow to dealership the service department had enough time to take a look at the car before they closed. I was told the fuel pump was "shredded" - they found rust and metal fragments in the pump. The entire fuel system would need to be replaced. They didn't have time to test the fuel contamination that day, and would have to talk with VoA on Monday. The service department did give me a loaner (it is a POS). So the good news is the family and dog are safe and home, even though we are still 9 hours away from our VW.
I just am waiting for the phone call on monday from the dealership.
I did fill up before i left, and had approximately 1/2 a tank left when the car died.
Car details
2009 jetta sportwagon TDI
6 speed manual
under 8000 miles
don't know build date - car was bought in july 2009
The story goes like this...
First long road trip with the family on a Friday afternoon - GA to PA and back. Returning home (about 9 hours away) and traveling on the interstate, first the flashing glow plugs indicator light comes on and then the check engine. The engine starting reducing in power as i made it the the exit. When i got to the exit ramp and took my foot off the accelerator, the car stalled. After a tow to dealership the service department had enough time to take a look at the car before they closed. I was told the fuel pump was "shredded" - they found rust and metal fragments in the pump. The entire fuel system would need to be replaced. They didn't have time to test the fuel contamination that day, and would have to talk with VoA on Monday. The service department did give me a loaner (it is a POS). So the good news is the family and dog are safe and home, even though we are still 9 hours away from our VW.
I just am waiting for the phone call on monday from the dealership.
I did fill up before i left, and had approximately 1/2 a tank left when the car died.