There have been 65 safety recalls for the Volkswagen Jetta. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Volkswagen Jetta.
without an audible warning, the driver may be unaware that the key is left in the ignition, which can increase the risk of vehicle theft or a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2019 Volkswagen Jetta |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 jetta vehicles. the instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
the seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2021 Volkswagen Jetta, 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan |
| Component: SEATS |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 volkswagen tiguan long wheelbase and jetta vehicles. bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
a fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, 2018 Volkswagen Jetta |
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 jetta vehicles. the fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
in the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2020 Audi Q5, 2020 Audi SQ5, 2021 Volkswagen Atlas, 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 2020 Volkswagen Jetta, 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan |
| Component: SEATS |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 volkswagen atlas cross sport, jetta, jetta gli and tiguan and audi q5 and sq5 and 2021 volkswagen atlas vehicles. the front seat backrest frame may not have been welded properly.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
if the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan |
| Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 volkswagen passat, 2018 tiguan lwb, 2007-2009 jetta sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 jetta, 2013 jetta hybrid, 2008-2009 jetta sportwagen, 2015 golf sportwagen, 2013 golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 beetle and beetle convertible, ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, 2018 Volkswagen Beetle, 2019 Volkswagen Beetle, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2019 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, 2015 Volkswagen Golf, 2016 Volkswagen Golf, 2018 Volkswagen Golf, 2019 Volkswagen Golf, 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, 2018 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, 2015 Volkswagen GTI, 2016 Volkswagen GTI, 2017 Volkswagen GTI, 2018 Volkswagen GTI, 2019 Volkswagen GTI, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 2014 Volkswagen Jetta, 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, 2018 Volkswagen Jetta |
| Component: STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 gti, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 golf, 2012-2019 beetle and beetle convertible, 2017-2019 golf sportwagen and 2011-2018 jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
if a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2015 Volkswagen Golf, 2016 Volkswagen Golf, 2017 Volkswagen Golf, 2018 Volkswagen Golf, 2019 Volkswagen Golf, 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, 2018 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan |
| Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 golf sportwagen, 2019 jetta, 2015-2019 golf, and 2018-2019 tiguan vehicles. the rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2003 Volkswagen Eurovan, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 2003 Volkswagen Jetta, 2003 Volkswagen Passat |
| Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Recall Summary: volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 volkswagen passat sedan, jetta, jetta wagon, golf, eurovan, eurovan camper van and eurovan chassis vehicles. upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The mismatched vins make the vehicle noncompliant with regulatory requirements.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Volkswagen Jetta |
| Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Recall Summary: Volkswagen group of America, inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have vehicle identification number (VIN) markings on the body that do not match the VIN plate near the windshield.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2017 Volkswagen Jetta |
| Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Recall Summary: Volkswagen group of America, inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Sep. 6, 2023 | Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel | 8 |
| Feb. 1, 2021 | Seats | 57 |
| Oct. 21, 2020 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail | 218,192 |
| Aug. 26, 2020 | Seats | 4,854 |
| Sep. 25, 2019 | Unknown Or Other | 113 |
| Aug. 22, 2019 | Steering:column Locking:anti-theft Device | 679,027 |
| Mar. 6, 2019 | Suspension:rear:springs:coil Springs | 56,173 |
| Jun. 13, 2018 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side Inflator Module | 2,564 |
| May. 31, 2017 | Equipment:other:labels | 2 |
| Mar. 2, 2017 | Equipment:other:labels | 4,875 |
| Mar. 2, 2017 | Equipment:other:labels | 797 |
| Feb. 3, 2017 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 2 |
| Dec. 20, 2016 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock | 135,683 |
| Jun. 6, 2016 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail | 55 |
| Oct. 26, 2015 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum | 91,867 |
| Oct. 7, 2015 | Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module | 993 |
| Aug. 4, 2015 | Air Bags:frontal | 415,825 |
| Jan. 23, 2015 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail | 44,658 |
| Dec. 15, 2014 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 25,007 |
| Oct. 24, 2014 | Seats | 393 |
| Oct. 20, 2014 | Suspension:rear | 442,066 |
| Apr. 15, 2014 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines | 26,452 |
| Oct. 3, 2011 | Diesel Fuel System | 168,275 |
| Sep. 7, 2011 | Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System | 30,294 |
| Mar. 29, 2011 | Electrical System:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 71,043 |
| Dec. 10, 2010 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 228,236 |
| Aug. 20, 2009 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 16,000 |
| May. 19, 2009 | Power Train:driveline:driveshaft | 25,594 |
| Sep. 24, 2007 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 340,000 |
| Jun. 25, 2007 | Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer | 58,900 |
| Feb. 20, 2007 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 1,002,000 |
| May. 24, 2006 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 646,246 |
| Jul. 5, 2005 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 39,583 |
| Dec. 16, 2004 | Exterior Lighting:hazard Flashing Warning Lights:switch | 410,000 |
| Dec. 15, 2004 | Diesel Fuel System | 19,284 |
| Feb. 20, 2004 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch | 377,130 |
| Apr. 23, 2003 | Equipment:other:labels | 9,811 |
| Sep. 12, 2002 | Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual | 332,950 |
| Jan. 31, 2002 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock | 55,000 |
| Jan. 25, 2002 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap | 487,284 |
| Sep. 17, 1999 | Structure:frame And Members | 67,076 |
| Feb. 5, 1999 | Structure:frame And Members | 36,258 |
| Aug. 17, 1998 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 153,000 |
| Jul. 16, 1998 | Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch | 238,000 |
| Jul. 8, 1996 | Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls | 1,100 |
| Sep. 20, 1995 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan | 34,000 |
| Mar. 13, 1995 | Equipment:mechanical:jacks | 104,000 |
| Aug. 2, 1993 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 76,000 |
| Sep. 15, 1992 | Vehicle Speed Control | 12,650 |
| Apr. 14, 1992 | Visibility:defroster/defogger System:windshield:heater Core | 650,000 |
| Apr. 14, 1992 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 358,000 |
| Apr. 15, 1991 | Vehicle Speed Control:linkages | 550 |
| Sep. 25, 1990 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 465 |
| Aug. 6, 1990 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper | 11,000 |
| Jan. 22, 1990 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System | 225 |
| Dec. 8, 1989 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 8,000 |
| Aug. 29, 1988 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum | 1,700 |
| Dec. 1, 1987 | Seat Belt | 784 |
| Nov. 16, 1987 | Vehicle Speed Control | 1,900 |
| Apr. 14, 1987 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 278,520 |
| Jul. 30, 1985 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 105,000 |
| Nov. 14, 1984 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 9,500 |
| Nov. 9, 1983 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System | 930,000 |
| Nov. 28, 1980 | Suspension:front | 25 |
| Oct. 23, 1980 | Equipment:other:labels | 3,200 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2021 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |
| 2020 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |
| 2019 Volkswagen Jetta | 3 |
| 2018 Volkswagen Jetta | 2 |
| 2017 Volkswagen Jetta | 6 |
| 2016 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2015 Volkswagen Jetta | 7 |
| 2014 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 5 |
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 7 |
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 6 |
| 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2 |
| 2003 Volkswagen Jetta | 2 |
| 2002 Volkswagen Jetta | 5 |
| 2001 Volkswagen Jetta | 6 |
| 2000 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 1999 Volkswagen Jetta | 6 |
| 1998 Volkswagen Jetta | 2 |
| 1997 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |
| 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |
| 1995 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 1994 Volkswagen Jetta | 5 |
| 1993 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 1992 Volkswagen Jetta | 2 |
| 1991 Volkswagen Jetta | 5 |
| 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | 5 |
| 1989 Volkswagen Jetta | 4 |
| 1988 Volkswagen Jetta | 7 |
| 1987 Volkswagen Jetta | 3 |
| 1986 Volkswagen Jetta | 2 |
| 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | 3 |
| 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |
| 1983 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |
| 1982 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |
| 1981 Volkswagen Jetta | 3 |
| 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | 1 |