One problem related to front seat belt retractor has been reported for the 1998 Volkswagen Jetta. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Was traveling about 30-35 mph when consumer's vehicle hit another automobile head-on, and air bags did not deploy. Impact also caused seat belts not to retract. Consumer was slightly injuried.
| Rear Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems |