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The Good
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1981 Volkswagen Jetta: Quick Overview
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1981 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 1981 |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Sedan |
| Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Mexico |
| Manufacturing City | - |
Dimensions
| Doors | - |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 1.6 L 4-Cyl. |
| Engine Size | 1.6L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | - |
| Transmission Type | - |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
Vehicle History Report
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What Problems Does the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta Have?
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How long will the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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1981 Volkswagen Jetta Prices and Market Value
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1981 Volkswagen Jetta Cost of Ownership
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1981 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Capacity
-
City Mileage
-
Highway Mileage
-
1981 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls & Defects
Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System
Recall date
1983-11-09
Recall no.
83v117000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
THE Fuel Pump MAY Stop Functioning Without Warning. This CAN Occur Because AN Electrical Connector IN THE Fuse Panel MAY Overheat and Interrupt THE Electrical Circuit.
Consequence
Remedy
Dealer Will Inspect THE Fuse BOX and ITS Connectors FOR Corrosion, and Correct Where Necessary. A Bypass Adapter TO THE Fuel Pump Electrical Circuit Will BE Installed.
Notes
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles Equipped With Fuel Injection.system: Fuel System; Electric Fuel Pump.consequences OF Defect: IF THE Fuel Pump Stops Functioning, THE Engine Willstall or Fail TO Start. A Stalled Vehicle Could Cause AN Accident ON Thehighway.
Suspension:front
Recall date
1980-11-28
Recall no.
80v155000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
THE Lockwasher FOR THE Two Bolts Holding THE Left and Right Axle Strut TO THE Axle Bearing Housing, AS Well AS THE Bolt Holding THE Wishbone TO THE Crossmember, MAY Have Been Improperly Manufactured. Some OF These Washers ARE TOO Brittle. This MAY Lead TO Breakage DUE TO Excess Carbon Deposits.
Consequence
Remedy
THE Dealer Will Inspect And, IF Necessary, Replace THE Lock Washers AT NO Charge.
Notes
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles.system: Power Train; Front Axle Bolt Lock Washer.consequences OF Defect: Should This Happen, THE Attachment Bolt/Nut Combinationwould Lose ITS Proper Torque. This Could Possibly Result IN Loss OF Vehiclecontrol and AN Accident.
Equipment:other:labels
Recall date
1980-10-23
Recall no.
80v140000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Tire Labels Written IN French Were Inadvertently Affixed TO Vehicles IN U.s.. This Fails TO Conform TO Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 110, " Tire Selection and Rims".
Consequence
Remedy
THE Dealer Will Correct THE Involved Vehicles Prior TO Their First Retail Sale BY Installing THE Correct Labels.
Notes
Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles.system: Equipment; Certification Labels (Tires).consequences OF Defect: Omission OF A Tire Label Written IN English Couldresult IN THE Selection OF Incorrect Tire and RIM Replacement Parts. This Wouldcreate AN Unsafe Driving Condition Which Could Lead TO AN Accident.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Recall date
2006-03-01
Recall no.
06e018000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Certain Hydraulic Brake Hoses, P/N 171.611.107b, Sold AS Replacement Equipment FOR 1975-1985 Volkswagen (Vw) Rabbit; 1985-1992 VW Golf; and 1980-1992 VW Jetta Passenger Vehicles. Possible Brake Hose Rupture Could Occur Which Fails TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 106, "brake Hoses."
Consequence
Brake Hose Rupture Could Result IN Loss OF Braking Ability, Possibly Resulting IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
Foreign Parts Distributors Will Notify Owners and Replace THE Brake Hoses With Compliant Brake Hoses. THE Recall Began ON March 30, 2006. Owners MAY Contact Foreign Parts Distributors AT 305-885-8646 Ext. 11.
Notes
Customers MAY Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
1981 Volkswagen Jetta Insurance
Insurance for a 1981 Volkswagen Jetta is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta Compare to Other Sedan?
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Final Verdict: Is the 1981 Volkswagen Jetta a Good Sedan?
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