Volkswagen Jetta owners have reported 68 forward collision avoidance related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common forward collision avoidance problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's adaptive cruise control (26 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic emergency braking (21 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control problems | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking problems | |
| Warnings problems | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance problems |
I am reporting a recurring safety defect involving the adaptive cruise control (acc) system in my 2025 Volkswagen Jetta. The acc system fails suddenly and without warning while driving, including during highway operation. Read details...
Suddenly the car showed the abs, cruise control, air bag , and a flashing break light on the dashboard. Took to dealership to get diagnostic and the abs control module needs to be replaced. Read details...
There is a known issue released by Volkswagen that certain model years of their vehicles are eligible for a limited extended warranty regarding the clock spring. In their release announcement vwp-18-11 on April 27, 2023, they specifically mentioned vehicle year model 2010 to 2022 qualifies for u37 Read details...
The contact owns a 2026 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the vehicle brakes engaged independently causing the rpm to decrease and after a couple of seconds the vehicle began to work as intended. No warnings light illuminated a dealer was contacted. Read details...