2008 Jetta BlueTDI development for the US completed

[bestmapman]

Originally Posted by Right Lane Cruiser

I had heard that VWs often have electrical issues due to design choices and parts sourcing.

25,000 miles this week on the 06 Jetta TDI. No electrical problems. The cars runs perfect. Only problem was a $19.00 fuel filter replacement at 18,000 miles. What a pleasure to drive (when my wife lets me). Bring on the new TDI sportwagon.

[seftonm]

Originally Posted by Right Lane Cruiser

I had heard that VWs often have electrical issues due to design choices and parts sourcing.

I have to agree. Many of the electrical problems I read about in MkIV's (my car's generation) come down to bad solder or loose grounds. I also blame dealers for some of VW's reputation, I recently saw a survey where VW dealers were put in last place in terms of satisfaction. The dealers seem especially bad with the TDI's, probably because it's a rare engine that works very differently. Things are improving though, I have heard that the late Jettas and Rabbits are ranking average in Consumer Reports' reliability surveys, instead of below average where they have been for a long time.