Check Engine Light on, Multiple Possibilities on Volkswagen Jetta

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The Check Engine Light may illuminate due to a faulty oxygen sensor and/or coolant temperature sensor. Proper diagnoses will be required to confirm the fault.

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Volkswagen Jetta vehicles with this problem

3 model years affected

1997 Volkswagen Jetta

1998 Volkswagen Jetta

1999 Volkswagen Jetta

1997 Volkswagen Jetta

1998 Volkswagen Jetta

1999 Volkswagen Jetta

Average mileage: 162,527 miles

(125,000 - 214,164)

Repairs related to this problem

Oxygen Sensor Replacement

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