 I purchased my VW Jetta and it has been great for a year.  I had problems with the dash lights behind the temperature panel.  Then it started to have electrical problems.  I could not open the gas filler door, then the alarm would not lock the doors, then the trunk light went out and only turns on when it wants.  Next the A/C broke.  Oh, the glove box is hanging by one hinge.  On the positive side, I love the ride and it can do high speeds on the highway.  Its gas mileage is great.  I would say the quality needs to get better.  I bought this car because my Mom owned a '73 Bug and never had a problem.  Then I owned it and never had a problem.  I mistakenly thought the Jetta would be the same.  