Air Bag Problems of Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen

Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen owners have reported 21 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag not deploy (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Air Bag related problems of Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen


Recently reported Air Bag problems of Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen

The Air Bag problem

The rear right passenger airbag sensor went faulty, was hoping Volkswagen could replace it since it is a safety system.   Read details...

The Air Bag Not Deploy problem

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the while driving on the highway at 50 mph and the vehicle rear ended another vehicle. The frontal air bags did not deploy. There were no injuries that required any transport by ambulance.   Read details...

The Air Bag Light On problem

Abs engine light is on. Found evidence online that vw extended coverage for replacement of this module. Fault code for safety recall for abs module is 16v-913. Was told by the dealership that module is not under warranty. In addition, air bag indicator is on and check engine light is on.   Read details...

The Warning Light On problem

74k miles . Car was parked for several hours, then started the car & air bag light , traction and stability warning lights were on. Noticed all steering wheel controls did not work. Horn and media controls.   Read details...




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