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1996 Volkswagen Jetta Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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1996 Volkswagen Jetta: Quick Overview

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1996 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 1996
Make Volkswagen
Model Jetta
Trim -
Style -
Type Sedan
Category Compact Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In Mexico
Manufacturing City PUEBLA
Dimensions
Doors 4-Door
Curb Weight -
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height -
Overall Length -
Overall Width -
Wheelbase Length -
Standard Seating -
Engine & Performance
Engine 2.0 L 4-Cyl.
Engine Size 2L
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 -

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What Problems Does the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta Have?

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How long will the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta last?

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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?

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1996 Volkswagen Jetta Prices and Market Value

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1996 Volkswagen Jetta Cost of Ownership

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1996 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity -
City Mileage -
Highway Mileage -

1996 Volkswagen Jetta Safety Rating

NHTSA
Overall Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Side Overall Star Rating Not Tested
Overall Rollover Star Rating Not Tested
Combined Front Seat Rating Not Tested
Combined Rear Seat Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Frontal Barrier Star Ratings Not Tested
Side Barrier Star Ratings Not Tested
Rollover Resistance Star Rating Not Tested

1996 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls & Defects

Latches/Locks/Linkages:hood:latch
Recall date 1998-07-16
Recall no. 98v160000
Source NHTSA
Summary Vehicle Description: Passenger Vehicles. THE Bolts Securing THE Front Hood Latch CAN Loosen Over Time. THE Latch Would Move Causing Disengagement OF THE Hood Striker From THE Latch.
Consequence Unexpected Opening OF THE Hood Could Occur Obstructing THE Driver's View OF THE Road While Driving, Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy Dealers Will Inspect THE Hood Latch and Securing Bolts and Replace Them IF Necessary.
Notes Owner Notification Began October 15, 1998.owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Vwoa AT 1-800-822-8987.also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior Lighting
Recall date 2009-04-07
Recall no. 09e012000
Source NHTSA
Summary Sabersport IS Recalling 16,270 Combination Corner and Bumper Lamp Assemblies OF Various Part Numbers Sold FOR USE AS Aftermarket Equipment FOR Various Passenger Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail TO Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These Lamps DO NOT Contain THE Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Consequence Decreased Lighting Visibility MAY Result IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy Sabersport Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund FOR THE Noncompliant Combination Lamps. THE Safety Recall Began ON MAY 11, 2009. Owners MAY Contact Sabersport AT 1-909-598-7589.
Notes This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Sabersport.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen.owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1996 Volkswagen Jetta Insurance

Insurance for a 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta Compare to Other Sedan?

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Final Verdict: Is the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta a Good Sedan?

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