Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen owners have reported 22 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 (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag light on (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Bag problems | |
| Air Bag Light On problems | |
| Air Bag Not Deploy problems | |
| Warning Light On problems |
At or around 6:52pm on 9/11/2026, what I assume is the seatbelt pretensioner deployed while I was driving down a smooth road. Absolutely no potholes or anything of the sort, I was just regularly driving down the road and it snapped and tightened up onto my chest, started smoking inside, and injured Read details...
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...
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...
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...