2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
6 recalls, 792 complaints - 663 TSBs
20E064000 Sep 23, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Defect Description
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake flu... Read more
Consequence
If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact ... Read more
14E007000 Mar 7, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/s... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
10V621000 Dec 10, 2010
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 JETTA, NEW BEETLE, NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, MODEL YEAR 2009 JETTA SPORTWAGEN AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 RABBIT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES. THE JETTA, JETTA SPORTWAGEN, AND RABBIT VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIE... Read more
Consequence
IF CHAFING OCCURS, THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR A FUEL LEAK TO DEVELOP. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL LINE. ADDITIONALLY, DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE MODEL, DEALERS WILL EITHER REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR, OR INSPECT THE POSITION OF THE FASTENING CLAMP AND ADJUST THE RELATED FASTENING CLAMP INTO THE ... Read more
09V164000 May 19, 2009
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 25,594 MY 2006-2009 JETTA 5TH GENERATION EQUIPPED WITH 2.01 ENGINE. THE FASTENING SCREW CONTACT SURFACES ON THE DRIVESHAFT COVER PLATE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. SOME SCREWS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED PROPERLY DURING ASSEMBLY AND COULD LOOSEN O... Read more
Consequence
IF THE VEHICLE IS MOVING WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE DETACHED DRIVESHAFT COULD CAUSE DAMAGE THE GEARBOX HOUSING. A DAMAGE GEARBOX HOUSING COULD LEAK GEARBOX OIL ONTO THE STREET AND CREATE A RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH FOR BOTH THE DRIVER AND OTHER MOTORISTS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVESHAFT SCREWS AND REPLACE THE SCREWS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
07V442000 Sep 24, 2007
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THA... Read more
Consequence
NONCOMPLIANCE CAN INHIBIT PROPER HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENT FOR ROADWAY ILLUMINATION, IMPROPERLY AIMED HEADLAMPS COULD CAUSE REDUCED ROAD VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW AND IF PRESENT, THE CAP WILL BE REMOVED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 31, 2007. OWNE... Read more
07V284000 Jun 25, 2007
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect Description
CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L GASOLINE ENGINES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST THE UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE.
Consequence
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE CHAFING HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE A FUEL LEAK OVER TIME. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR AND WILL ALSO INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 24, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-893-5298.
Complaint Statistics
792 total complaints
21 crashes 10 fires 28 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 103 |
| POWER TRAIN | 91 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 76 |
| AIR BAGS | 60 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | 39 |
| ENGINE | 38 |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 36 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 28 |
| SEATS | 24 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 18 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 15, 2023
Incident date: Jul 3, 2023
They have a design defect which allows water to get into the cabin via the moon roof. They also have an electrical motherboard under the drivers feet (comfort control module) that shorts out when it gets wet (which is easy when the rain comes in from the faulty moon roof). Now I cannot un/lock my ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 15, 2023
Incident date: Jul 3, 2023
After I got the for my car. I took my carto a mechanic. He ran several test and concluded that my car has an electrical problem.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 15, 2023
Incident date: Jul 3, 2023
They have a design defect which allows water to get into the cabin via the moon roof. They also have an electrical motherboard under the drivers feet (comfort control module) that shorts out when it gets wet (which is easy when the rain comes in from the faulty moon roof). Now I cannot un/lock my ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Nov 27, 2022
Incident date: Nov 1, 2022
The windshield wiper broke the window, brakes need replaced to soon, fuel system car has trouble fueling and after fueling and engine over heating due to engine cooling malfunction. None of these have been repaired yet it shows 0 unprepared recalls.
ENGINE
Nov 27, 2022
Incident date: Nov 1, 2022
The windshield wiper broke the window, brakes need replaced to soon, fuel system car has trouble fueling and after fueling and engine over heating due to engine cooling malfunction. None of these have been repaired yet it shows 0 unprepared recalls.
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 27, 2022
Incident date: Nov 1, 2022
The windshield wiper broke the window, brakes need replaced to soon, fuel system car has trouble fueling and after fueling and engine over heating due to engine cooling malfunction. None of these have been repaired yet it shows 0 unprepared recalls.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 28, 2021
Incident date: Mar 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that brake fluid had leaked from her vehicle as the check engine light illuminated the instrument panel. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where she was informed that the brake master cylinder needed to be replac... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 3, 2021
Incident date: May 27, 2021
The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission shuddered without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufac... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 28, 2020
Incident date: Nov 5, 2020
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT ON INDICATING REPAIR IS NEEDED.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
THERE ARE SOME MOUNTING BRACKETS, SUSPENSION BRACKETS, NUTS AND BOLTS ASSOCIATED TO THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE THAT HAVE BROKE MORE THAN ONCE PLEASE CONTACT ME AND I WILL GIVE U FURTHER DETAIL.[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).. ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
THERE HAS BEEN TAMPERING DONE TO MY VEHICLE HOW DO I ASSURE SAFETY AND HAVE IT INVESTIGATED AND HAVE A REPAIR MAN LOOK OVER THE VEHICLE AFTER THE THEFT?
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
THERE HAS BEEN TAMPERING DONE TO MY VEHICLE HOW DO I ASSURE SAFETY AND HAVE IT INVESTIGATED AND HAVE A REPAIR MAN LOOK OVER THE VEHICLE AFTER THE THEFT?
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
THERE HAS BEEN TAMPERING DONE TO MY VEHICLE HOW DO I ASSURE SAFETY AND HAVE IT INVESTIGATED AND HAVE A REPAIR MAN LOOK OVER THE VEHICLE AFTER THE THEFT?
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
THERE ARE SOME MOUNTING BRACKETS, SUSPENSION BRACKETS, NUTS AND BOLTS ASSOCIATED TO THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE THAT HAVE BROKE MORE THAN ONCE PLEASE CONTACT ME AND I WILL GIVE U FURTHER DETAIL.[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).. ... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
THERE ARE SOME MOUNTING BRACKETS, SUSPENSION BRACKETS, NUTS AND BOLTS ASSOCIATED TO THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE THAT HAVE BROKE MORE THAN ONCE PLEASE CONTACT ME AND I WILL GIVE U FURTHER DETAIL.[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).. ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
THERE IS VACUUM PUMP DEFECT, MECHANICAL ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKETS, BREAKS, HOSES/PUMPS, WINDSHIELD FLUID MOUNTED HOUSES NEAR WINDSHIELD (FLUID SPRAYS THROUGH THESE HOUSES ON TO THE WINDSHIELD) AND KEY IGNITION INTERLOCK. PLEASE CALL AUDI FOR THE FULL DESCRIPTION OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND REQUIRED MAINTE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
THERE IS VACUUM PUMP DEFECT, MECHANICAL ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKETS, BREAKS, HOSES/PUMPS, WINDSHIELD FLUID MOUNTED HOUSES NEAR WINDSHIELD (FLUID SPRAYS THROUGH THESE HOUSES ON TO THE WINDSHIELD) AND KEY IGNITION INTERLOCK. PLEASE CALL AUDI FOR THE FULL DESCRIPTION OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND REQUIRED MAINTE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
THERE IS VACUUM PUMP DEFECT, MECHANICAL ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKETS, BREAKS, HOSES/PUMPS, WINDSHIELD FLUID MOUNTED HOUSES NEAR WINDSHIELD (FLUID SPRAYS THROUGH THESE HOUSES ON TO THE WINDSHIELD) AND KEY IGNITION INTERLOCK. PLEASE CALL AUDI FOR THE FULL DESCRIPTION OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND REQUIRED MAINTE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 21, 2020
Incident date: Jul 18, 2020
THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING. THE PROBLEM WAS TRACED BACK TO A FAULTY WIRING HARNESS IN THE DOOR HINGE. THIS IS A VERY COMMON VW ISSUE, AND MANY OTHER ONLINE COMPLAINTS REFERENCE A WIRE HARNESS THAT IS TOO SHORT. I REPAIRED THE SEVERED WIRES WITH BUTT CONNECTORS. AFTER THE REPAIR WAS COM... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 21, 2020
Incident date: Jul 18, 2020
THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW STOPPED WORKING. THE PROBLEM WAS TRACED BACK TO A FAULTY WIRING HARNESS IN THE DOOR HINGE. THIS IS A VERY COMMON VW ISSUE, AND MANY OTHER ONLINE COMPLAINTS REFERENCE A WIRE HARNESS THAT IS TOO SHORT. I REPAIRED THE SEVERED WIRES WITH BUTT CONNECTORS. AFTER THE REPAIR WAS COM... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 27, 2020
Incident date: Jun 27, 2020
I HAVE A 2006 JETTA THAT I JUST GOT FROM A FRIEND, THEY STATED THAT IT NEEDED SOME SENSORS LIKE THE MAF REPLACED. I SPENT THE 39.99 AND BOUGHT THE CARFAX REPORT AS WELL TO ENSURE IT WAS A GOOD CAR. EVERYTHING WAS GREAT UNTIL I DROVE IT FOR THE FIRST TIME LONGER THAN 20 OR 30 MINUTES. I STARTED TO EX... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 27, 2020
Incident date: Jun 27, 2020
I HAVE A 2006 JETTA THAT I JUST GOT FROM A FRIEND, THEY STATED THAT IT NEEDED SOME SENSORS LIKE THE MAF REPLACED. I SPENT THE 39.99 AND BOUGHT THE CARFAX REPORT AS WELL TO ENSURE IT WAS A GOOD CAR. EVERYTHING WAS GREAT UNTIL I DROVE IT FOR THE FIRST TIME LONGER THAN 20 OR 30 MINUTES. I STARTED TO EX... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 27, 2020
Incident date: Jan 3, 2020
AIRBAG/SEATBELT LIGHT CAME ON RANDOMLY WHILE CAR WAS OCCUPIED AND IN PARK. NO ACCIDENTS.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 4, 2020
Incident date: Oct 3, 2019
TRANSMISSION GOES INTO LIMP MODE ONCE VEHICLE REACHES NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. CODES ARE P1689 AND P0746. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE CAR WILL ONLY FUNCTION IN 2ND GEAR AND NOTHING ELSE. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS ON INTERSTATES WHERE THE MINIMUM SPEED LIMIT CAN NOT BE REACHED. RESEARCHING ONLINE, THIS I... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 24, 2019
Incident date: Nov 24, 2019
CAR WILL NOT TURN OFF - KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN TURNING OFF THE ENGINE. HAVE TO PUSH THE STEERING WHEEL IN FORCEFULLY TO BE ABLE TO TURN KEY AND ENGINE OFF.
AIR BAGS
Oct 22, 2019
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
THE AIRBAG DRIVER IS NO WOKS..THE AIR BAG IS ON CHECK ALL TIME.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2019
Incident date: Nov 14, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES WITHIN A YEAR. THE NEW BATTERY WAS REPLACED WITHIN A MONTH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE RADIO CAUSED THE BATTERY TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 10, 2019
Incident date: Jun 1, 2017
JETTA DRIVER SIDE DOOR WIRING HARNESS ISSUES CREATING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: DRIVER WINDOW SWITCH INOPERATIVE, FUEL DOOR SWITCH INOPERATIVE, DOOR AJAR LIGHT IS ON, DOOR LACK SWITCH INOPERATIVE. VEHICLE IS PARKED WHEN THIS PROBLEMS ARE PRESENT. THERE HAS BEEN TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS ISSUED T... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 31, 2019
Incident date: May 14, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE JERKED VIOLENTLY AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO WALLA... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 29, 2019
Incident date: May 28, 2019
KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION AND I CANNOT TURN OFF THE ENGINE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 23, 2019
Incident date: Apr 17, 2019
CAR CAN SPUTTER ON FREEWAY AT TIMES AND CAN STALL OUT WHEN DECELERATING FROM FREEWAY CRUISING SPEED. FUEL LINES ARE EMPTY DESPITE HAVING REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND FILTER, AS WELL AS WIRING HARNESS.
AIR BAGS
May 19, 2019
Incident date: Apr 12, 2019
APRIL 12, 2019 AIRBAG LIGHT APPEARED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE SERVICE CENTER OF THE VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP CAR WAS PURCHASED AT. AFTER DIAGNOSIS THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT TESTED FAULTY WHICH COULD BE RENDERING THE AIRBAG INOPERABLE. THE PARTS NEEDED TO BE ORDERED IN ORDER TO REPAIR IT AT A SECOND ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
May 19, 2019
Incident date: Apr 12, 2019
APRIL 12, 2019 AIRBAG LIGHT APPEARED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE SERVICE CENTER OF THE VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP CAR WAS PURCHASED AT. AFTER DIAGNOSIS THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT TESTED FAULTY WHICH COULD BE RENDERING THE AIRBAG INOPERABLE. THE PARTS NEEDED TO BE ORDERED IN ORDER TO REPAIR IT AT A SECOND ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 7, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
TAKATA RECALL IGNITION SWITCH WAS LOCKED. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND WHEN TURNING KEY IT WOULDN'T TURN. CAR WAS IN PARK AND FOOT ON BRAKES AND TURN OF THE STIRRING WHEEL DIDN'T GET IT TO TURN. HAD TO GET TOWED AND THE FULL IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Mar 19, 2019
Incident date: Mar 18, 2019
FOR THE SECOND TIME IN 3 YEARS, MY REAR WINDSHIELD HAS COMPLETELY SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY. WHEN I GOT IN, I HEARD A LOUD POP. I LOOKED BACK AND SAW THAT THE REAR WINDSHIELD HAD COMPLETELY SHATTERED. I HAD NOT YET STARTED THE CAR. THE FIRST TIME THAT IT HAPP... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 19, 2019
Incident date: Mar 19, 2019
THE TRUNK DID NOT LATCH WHEN FIRST CLOSED. I THEN WAS ABLE TO GET THE TRUNK TO LATCH AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO CLOSE IT. HOWEVER, THE TRUNK CAME OPEN LATER ON IN MY TRIP. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THAT I HAVE HAD TROUBLE CLOSING THE TRUNK, BUT THIS IS THE FIRST TIME THAT IT HAS POPPED OPEN WHILE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 13, 2019
Incident date: Oct 12, 2018
WITH MY CAR IN MOTION EVERY TIME I TURN MY CAR ON, I HAVE MULTIPLE WARNINGS THAT COME ON DUE TO A FAULT IN SENSORS CAUSING MY CAR TO HAVE THE ENGINE LIGHT ON. I HAVE ASKED THE DEALERSHIP IF THERE WERE ANY RECALLS FOR AIR EMISSION ON MY CAR OR AIR BAG RECALLS ON MY CAR AND THERE ANSWER WAS NO. THE DR... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 13, 2019
Incident date: Oct 12, 2018
WITH MY CAR IN MOTION EVERY TIME I TURN MY CAR ON, I HAVE MULTIPLE WARNINGS THAT COME ON DUE TO A FAULT IN SENSORS CAUSING MY CAR TO HAVE THE ENGINE LIGHT ON. I HAVE ASKED THE DEALERSHIP IF THERE WERE ANY RECALLS FOR AIR EMISSION ON MY CAR OR AIR BAG RECALLS ON MY CAR AND THERE ANSWER WAS NO. THE DR... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 13, 2019
Incident date: Oct 12, 2018
WITH MY CAR IN MOTION EVERY TIME I TURN MY CAR ON, I HAVE MULTIPLE WARNINGS THAT COME ON DUE TO A FAULT IN SENSORS CAUSING MY CAR TO HAVE THE ENGINE LIGHT ON. I HAVE ASKED THE DEALERSHIP IF THERE WERE ANY RECALLS FOR AIR EMISSION ON MY CAR OR AIR BAG RECALLS ON MY CAR AND THERE ANSWER WAS NO. THE DR... Read more
SEATS
Jan 10, 2019
Incident date: Dec 14, 2018
THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT HEATER OVER HEATED AND MELTED THE SEAT AND CLOTHING OF THE DRIVER. NO BURNS WERE NOTICED ON THE DRIVERS BODY, BUT COULD FEEL THE INTENSE HEAT FROM THE HEATER.
SEATS
Dec 21, 2018
Incident date: Dec 20, 2018
WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON THE FREEWAY, MY DRIVERS SEAT BEGAN MOVING ON IT'S OWN. THE TOP PART OF THE SEAT PUSHED ME UP AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE THE BOTTOM HALF PULLED ME BACK SO I COULDN'T REACH THE PEDALS. I HAD MY 2 YR OLD GRANDCHILD IN THE BACKSEAT AND BARELY MADE IT OFF OF THE FREEWAY. TH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 20, 2018
Incident date: Nov 7, 2018
SO INSIDE OF MY VEHICLE I AM UNABLE TO OPEN MY TRUNK BY FLIPPING THE TRUNK SWITCH. MY LEFT PASSENGER DOOR IS UNABLE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE WINDOWS WON'T TOLL DOWN, THE DOOR IS UNABLE TO LOCK AND IT'S STRESSFUL BECAUSE MY CAR GOT BROKEN INTO BECAUSE OF IT. MY RIGHT MIRROR TURN SIGNAL DOESN'T FUNCT... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 20, 2018
Incident date: Nov 7, 2018
SO INSIDE OF MY VEHICLE I AM UNABLE TO OPEN MY TRUNK BY FLIPPING THE TRUNK SWITCH. MY LEFT PASSENGER DOOR IS UNABLE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE WINDOWS WON'T TOLL DOWN, THE DOOR IS UNABLE TO LOCK AND IT'S STRESSFUL BECAUSE MY CAR GOT BROKEN INTO BECAUSE OF IT. MY RIGHT MIRROR TURN SIGNAL DOESN'T FUNCT... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Nov 20, 2018
Incident date: Nov 7, 2018
SO INSIDE OF MY VEHICLE I AM UNABLE TO OPEN MY TRUNK BY FLIPPING THE TRUNK SWITCH. MY LEFT PASSENGER DOOR IS UNABLE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE WINDOWS WON'T TOLL DOWN, THE DOOR IS UNABLE TO LOCK AND IT'S STRESSFUL BECAUSE MY CAR GOT BROKEN INTO BECAUSE OF IT. MY RIGHT MIRROR TURN SIGNAL DOESN'T FUNCT... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 19, 2018
Incident date: Feb 24, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. AT VARIOUS TIMES, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO WEST BROAD KIA (9001 WEST BROAD ST., RICHMOND, VA 23294, (804) 270-9000) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG HIGH LIMIT WAS REACHED, WHICH MEA... Read more
SEATS
Sep 15, 2018
Incident date: Sep 5, 2018
DRIVERS SEAT ADJUSTMENT AUTOMATICALLY MOVES SEAT WHILE DRIVING. IF YOU ARE TALL, THE SEAT MOVES YOU INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AND I'M AFRAID THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AS YOU CANNOT TURN STEERING WHEEL AND YOUR KNEES ARE PINNED UNDER THE DASH.
POWER TRAIN
Sep 1, 2018
Incident date: Jul 24, 2018
TRANSMISSION NOR SHIFTING PROPERLY(AUTOMATIC). CREATES SAFETY ISSUES PARTICULARLY ON HIGHWAY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 11, 2018
Incident date: May 20, 2016
THE DRIVER DOOR WIRING HARNESS IS TO SHORT AND IN TIME THE WIRES BREAK WHERE THE WIRES GO FROM THE BODY INTO THE DOOR. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE 2005 AND 2004 YEARS FOR THIS PROBLEM.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 10, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE DRIVER SEAT STARTED TO MOVE FORWARD ON ITS OWN TOWARDS THE STEERING WHEEL IN WHICH I WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE DRIVER SEAT IT WOULD NOT REVERSENEARLY CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. I ALSO NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HORN NO LONGER WORKS DUE TO SOME SO... Read more
SEATS
Jul 10, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE DRIVER SEAT STARTED TO MOVE FORWARD ON ITS OWN TOWARDS THE STEERING WHEEL IN WHICH I WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE DRIVER SEAT IT WOULD NOT REVERSENEARLY CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. I ALSO NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HORN NO LONGER WORKS DUE TO SOME SO... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 30.0 | 37.0 | 33.0 | Diesel | $2,400 |
| 1.9L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 30.0 | 38.0 | 33.0 | Diesel | $2,400 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Premium | $3,150 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Premium | $3,050 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
663 manufacturer communications from 403 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 67 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 61 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 57 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 49 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 38 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 20 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 18 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 17 |
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V941901201152119
Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V271901201189422
Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
V241801204513812
Sep 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
V241801204513811
Aug 25, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
SM 48-2022
Jun 15, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
A002155201173212
Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
V171901201285542
Dec 13, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V271901201189417
Dec 6, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing using VW special tools, updated to include additional model year applicability and include I.D.4.
TT 01 21 03
Dec 3, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in Control Module -623- after repair.
V171901201285541
Dec 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V691901201047914
Nov 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285540
Oct 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V0018092053065_3
Oct 26, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
V171901201285539
Sep 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285539
Sep 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V2418012045138_9
Sep 2, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285537
Jul 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285537
Jul 28, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285536
Jun 29, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171806201781315
Jun 22, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil consumption measurement.
V001713203384614
Jun 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
V001713203384614
Jun 22, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
V011812201460317
Jun 21, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM)
V011615201481513
Jun 21, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
V011615201481513
Jun 21, 2021
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171901201285535
Jun 3, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V871812200556626
May 18, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Removing musty odor from A/C system. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V171901201285534
May 11, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
ELSAallignVW
Apr 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time w
SM 33-2021
Apr 26, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward
TT 00 13 04_6
Apr 9, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts ordering information
V171901201285533
Apr 5, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285533
Apr 5, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
SM 22-2021
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
V941901201152117
Mar 2, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.
V011615201481512
Mar 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
V2418012045138_9
Feb 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to brochure purchase url
V001713203384613
Feb 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.
V011812201460316
Feb 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction updated to include model year 2021
V171901201285532
Feb 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.
TT 97 14 02
Jan 29, 2021
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Data link diagnostics and tips
V1719012012855_3
Jan 25, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Updated to include an additional model year applicability.
V271901201189416
Jan 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V271901201189416
Jan 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V5515032021354_7
Jan 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.
V5515032021354_7
Jan 14, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.
SM C-2020
Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
V171806201781314
Nov 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171806201781314
Nov 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
010000 STEERING
Mandatory fastener.
TT 45 09 05-6
Sep 25, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05-6
Sep 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
VOS-20-33
Sep 25, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
TT 45 09 05
Sep 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05
Sep 4, 2020
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Antilock brake function test direction.
VW Part Labels
Aug 10, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Recall Reminder Part Labels
TT 13 20 01
Aug 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.
TT 45 09 05ss2
Jul 31, 2020
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.
V2418012045138_8
Jun 15, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update Top Tier brochure part number.
V001717203384611
Jun 15, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Update brochure part number and recording URL. Update model and model year applicability.
V871806201994715
Jun 11, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).
V0018052010380_8
Jun 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V0018052010380_8
Jun 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V871806201994714
May 12, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
V941901201152115
Apr 21, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171901201285530
Apr 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
VOS-20-11
Mar 26, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
Dealercomm200310
Mar 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication - March 10, 2020
V171901_2012855
Feb 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
V171901201285528
Jan 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V011812_2014603
Dec 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V011812_2014603
Dec 5, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V171901_2012855
Nov 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V871806_2019947
Nov 7, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
V871811_2043893
Nov 4, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
SM 102-2019
Oct 31, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
V171901_2012855
Oct 29, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V171901_2012855
Oct 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
SM 90-2019
Oct 22, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The part number listed in the document is to be returned.
SM 80-2019
Oct 1, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts are currently blocked from sale at this time.
V171901_2012855
Sep 24, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V001901_2040590
Sep 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Include additional photo's of water ingress. Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
TT 001202
Aug 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
QRUG08212019
Aug 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Quick Reference Update Guide.
V171901_2012855
Aug 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards. Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
30DayInvCklst
Aug 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references. ADDED EFB to "Select correct battery type" in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.
V011812_2014603
Jul 29, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models. Also includes R32 2002-2007 and 2002-2006 Jetta Wagon.
V171901_2012855
Jul 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil quality standards. Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA04010
Opened: Mar 30, 2004 , Closed: Oct 21, 2004
DRIVER SIDE FRONT SEAT OVERHEATS
THIS INVESTIGATION CONCERNS THE ELECTRIC SEAT HEATER INSTALLED IN SOME MY 2002-2003 VOLKSWAGEN (VW) JETTA VEHICLES.CONSUMERS ALLEGE THAT THE SEAT HEATER MAY OVERHEAT, RESULTING IN BURN DAMAGE TO THE SEAT COVER AND TO THE DRIVER'S CLOTHING AND/OR SKIN.THIS EA ADDRESSES WHETHER SUCH FAILURES MAY POSE ... Read more
RQ03010
Opened: Dec 17, 2003 , Closed: Mar 1, 2004
BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH
THE NUMBER OF DUPLICATES BETWEEN ODI AND MANUFACTURER FAILURE REPORTS CANNOT BE DETERMINED DUE TO MISSING AND OR INACCURATE INFORMATION.THE INJURY NOTED ABOVE WAS MINOR.ON FEBRUARY 26, 2004, VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. (VW) SUBMITTED A DEFECT NOTIFICATION (PER 49CFR573) TO THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFF... Read more
PE03052
Opened: Nov 19, 2003 , Closed: Mar 30, 2004
DRIVER SEAT OVERHEATS/BURNS
THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ELECTRICALLY HEATED DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATS.INFORMATION RECEIVED DURING PE03-052 DISCLOSED A SIGNIFICANT NUMBER OF INCIDENTS OF MALFUNCTIONING/OVERHEATING OF THE DRIVER SEAT HEATER IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.ADDITIONAL INCIDENTS MAY OCCUR DURING ... Read more
EA00028
Opened: Dec 28, 2000 , Closed: Jan 29, 2002
FUEL TANK PUNCTURE
EA00020
Opened: Aug 10, 2000 , Closed: Oct 9, 2002
LIGHT AND /WINDSHIELD WIPERS
There is no summary currently available
PE00006
Opened: Feb 2, 2000 , Closed: Aug 10, 2000
LIGHTS AND/OR WINDSHIELD WIPER OBSCURED
There is no summary currently available
PE99007
Opened: Jan 29, 1999 , Closed: Feb 8, 1999
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FIRE
IN ITS LETTER DATED FEBRUARY 4, 1999, VOLKSWAGEN STATED THAT IT WILL RECALL APPROXIMATELY 23,600 REDESIGNED 1999 JETTA AND GOLF 4-DOOR VEHICLES, OF WHICH APPROXIMATELY 11,000 HAVE BEEN SOLD TO CUSTOMERS, TO CORRECT A DEFECT THATMAY CAUSE A FIRE IN THE PASSENGEER COMPARTMENT AFTER A VEHICLE COLLISION... Read more
PE94068
Opened: Sep 14, 1994 , Closed: Dec 30, 1994
REAR WHEEL SEPARATION
There is no summary currently available
DP92003
Opened: Mar 3, 1992 , Closed: Mar 23, 1992
DEFECTIVE HEATER CORES
DEFECTIVE HEATER CORES
PE91114
Opened: Aug 26, 1991 , Closed: Dec 9, 1991
HEATER CORE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE91030
Opened: Jan 14, 1991 , Closed: May 31, 1991
UNSTABLE HIGH ENGINE IDLE
There is no summary currently available
PE91031
Opened: Jan 14, 1991 , Closed: Apr 29, 1991
ENGINE MOUNT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
VOLKSWAGEN JETTA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA across all model years (1980, 2026).
229
Total Recalls
14,194
Total Complaints
12
Investigations
718
Reported Crashes
400
Reported Fires
18
Reported Deaths
VOLKSWAGEN JETTA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 2025 | 2 | 29 | View |
| 2024 | 0 | 59 | View |
| 2023 | 0 | 65 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 72 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 99 | View |
| 2020 | 6 | 78 | View |
| 2019 | 11 | 793 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 38 | View |
| 2017 | 7 | 249 | View |
| 2016 | 5 | 249 | View |
| 2015 | 8 | 284 | View |
| 2014 | 5 | 552 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 739 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 692 | View |
| 2011 | 10 | 880 | View |
| 2010 | 5 | 1,184 | View |
| 2009 | 7 | 1,275 | View |
| 2008 | 6 | 251 | View |
| 2007 | 6 | 280 | View |
| 2006 (current) | 6 | 792 | |
| 2005 | 7 | 354 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 295 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 553 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 885 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 862 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 633 | View |
| 1999 | 7 | 488 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 253 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 213 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 245 | View |
| 1995 | 6 | 338 | View |
| 1994 | 7 | 167 | View |
| 1993 | 6 | 22 | View |
| 1992 | 4 | 33 | View |
| 1991 | 7 | 38 | View |
| 1990 | 7 | 29 | View |
| 1989 | 5 | 28 | View |
| 1988 | 8 | 23 | View |
| 1987 | 4 | 21 | View |
| 1986 | 3 | 18 | View |
| 1985 | 4 | 18 | View |
| 1984 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1983 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1981 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 2 | 0 | View |