general problems of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta

16 problems related to steering have been reported for the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta based on all problems reported for the 2014 Jetta.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/17/2025

On October 17, 2025, I was driving my 2014 Volkswagen Jetta at approximately 25–30 mph on the bypass in muscatine, iowa. Another vehicle cut into my lane and struck the front driver-side of my car. My vehicle suffered significant front-end impact, including wheel/tire damage, bumper and fender damage, and visible suspension impact. During the crash, the driver-side airbag did not deploy, even though the impact was directly to the front driver-side area where the crash sensors are located. The airbag warning light did not come on before or after the crash. Because the force of the impact was strong enough to damage the front wheel, suspension components, and bumper structure, I believe the airbag system (airbag module, front crash sensor, or related wiring) failed to detect the crash properly. A collision at this speed and angle should have triggered airbag deployment. This failure put me at risk of serious injury. I am reporting this because the airbag system did not function as intended in a front-end collision, and I am concerned there is a defect affecting the airbag deployment sensors or modules in this model.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/26/2022

2014 Volkswagen Jetta gli. Part number 5k0953569al air bag clock spring failed leaving air bag and horn unusable. Dealerships say this is the most back ordered Volkswagen part. Many wait lists have several thousand people waiting with no end in sight. No one can provide a ship date. These cars cannot legally be on the road and cannot be sold back to a dealership because they won’t pass inspection. This part has been involved in a recall previously with the same issues, but not all affected cars are covered under the recall. I am personally unable to find a solution and my car has been unusable and unsafe. When I realized how normal and not unique my exact situation was, I felt the need to report this problem on behalf of the tens of thousands of people who are without safe vehicles, including myself. I am hoping that the recall can be extended to these other cars desk with the exact same clock spring issues so that we can be provided with solutions that can get our cars back on the road safely. Thank you for your time.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 12/21/2021

Srs system error, says my seatbelt is not fastened when it is, warning chime and light intermittently will continue to chime with light illuminated saying my seatbelt is not fastened. When key is inserted wheel will sometimes not unlock allowing the key to turn from off to accessory or start position, as if the key isn’t working properly.

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2019

Vehicle ignition switch sticks. Sometimes it is hard to turn on other times it is very difficult to turn off. Condition is getting worse.

5 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/24/2019

Key gets stuck in ignition when turning off the engine.

6 Steering problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2019

Ignition locked and locked the steering wheel as well. Cannot get car started.

7 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2019

Clockspring went bad on a 5 year old vehicle. Air bag light is on, horn and steering wheel controls dont work.

8 Steering problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2019

The ignition key lock-in and the engine can't be turn off, we have to switch front and back the eye several times before able to turn off the engine and to unlock the key. Rubber melted closed to each side on the body between the tires and the front doors the left side of cabin next to the passages door open unexpectedly.

9 Steering problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2019

Upon arrival at destination key will not come out of ignition, this has happen on 12 occasions. Transmission is leaking around oil ring which may cause it to flow in coolant. Dealership stated recalls are out just not my VIN number. I would like for this VIN to be included, ASAP.

10 Steering problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2019

Ignition key failure, ignition unit needs to be replaced. Key is getting jammed into the ignition. Car is stationary.

11 Steering problem

Failure Date: 11/12/2018

Driver airbag light illuminated on dashboard while car was in motion on highway in pouring rain weather. Car horn is also currently not working/able to be used in event of emergency or warning. Airbag light would come on for about 6 seconds and then go off repeatedly then finally stayed on for good. Appears to be a clock spring issue from research that may not have been initially covered and completed in 2015 manufacturer recall. VIN is also not included in current takata airbag recall either. . . . No previous issues to note prior to symptoms beginning. . .

12 Steering problem

Failure Date: 11/10/2018

A few weeks ago, I reversed (at an angle) into a parking spot and the steering wheel started making a clicking sound. The sound ensued when making any turns with the vehicle. One day, while parking, the steering wheel clicked and there was a snap sound. Upon re-entering my vehicle, the airbag error light came on and all steering-mounted controls were disabled. After further research, this issue is related the to the clock spring issue (recall) for Volkswagen vehicles. However, the model and year (jetta hybrid, 2014) of my car is not listed under the recall list. I have spoken with my local vw dealer, and they have basically told me the issue is not covered under the clock spring extended warranted vw issued.

13 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2017

Tl- the contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated she shifted the gear to gear to park at air port, when exiting the vehicle rolling away. The contact stated she experience the failure again on August of 2019. The contact stated also while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle began to hesitate and multiple warning light was flashing. The vehicle was taken to local dealer burke Volkswagen located at 519 stone harbor blvd, cape may court house, NJ 08210, (609) 465-6000, where it was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer has been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 57,000. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v615000 (electrical system, steering). The manufacturer has exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The part was not available for the repair. Parts distribution disconnect. Dp.

14 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/10/2014

Driving down highway car pulls to the right. Steering is out of line even with alignment adjustments. Car is all over the road. Difficult to drive staright without swerving. Dangerous going around corners. Vehicle had been diagnosed several times. No warranty repairs were made due to costs.

15 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/13/2014

Purchase (2 ) 2014 vw Jetta. The ignition cilinder stop working 6 months after buying the car. After numerous times at the dealer with the second Jetta and telling them something is wrong . The dealer kept on telling me their is no recall and I would have to replace it at my expense. This is a common problem since looking at this matter on the net. . At times this key problem is a hassard because it can make the electronics of the car fail. Does some have to die for this to be a recall and protect the consumers? please look into the matter and make vw own up to what is the right thing to keep people on the road and not six foot under. Key stop working while car is running, electronic frailer, you can turn keys to any position, can turn the car on, I was on vacation on a ferry and could not move the car cb the key could not be turned for anything.

16 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/19/2014

The vehicle was in a major car accident before I purchased the vehicle and the carfax states that the car was involved in am accident with another vehicle which caused severe front damage reported. Multiple airbags deployed. The sub rail frame has been welded together by someone that did not appear to know what they were doing and now the entire frame is cracked again.


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