Volkswagen Jetta: known issues clusters

All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.

rows114
model years2006–2025 (18)
data through2026-09-20
method/data/methodology#known-issues
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)

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Rows

yearcluster_idlabelcomponent_codecomplaint_countdate_rangesource_complaint_countreviewed_at
2025jetta-2025-transmission-whineTransmission whine between 1000-2000 RPMPOWER TRAIN32026-03 → 2026-06232026-08-20
2025jetta-2025-recall-instrument-cluster-blackoutInstrument cluster blackout under recall 26V185ELECTRICAL SYSTEM32026-04 → 2026-05232026-08-20
2025jetta-2025-unintended-accel-park-to-driveUnintended acceleration shifting from park to driveFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM22025-12 → 2026-03232026-08-20
2025jetta-2025-throttle-response-delayDelayed or irregular power delivery on accelerationPOWER TRAIN52025-07 → 2026-07232026-08-20
2025jetta-2025-fcw-system-faultForward collision avoidance system faultsFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE22025-02 → 2025-06232026-08-20
2024jetta-2024-sunroof-glass-shatteringPanoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shatteringUNKNOWN OR OTHER52024-05 → 2026-07392026-08-20
2024jetta-2024-engine-misfire-cold-startMulti-cylinder misfire on cold startENGINE52024-08 → 2025-04392026-08-20
2024jetta-2024-rear-brake-premature-wearRear brake pad and rotor premature wearSERVICE BRAKES82024-11 → 2026-08392026-08-20
2024jetta-2024-control-module-loss-of-propulsionTransmission/engine control module fault causing stallPOWER TRAIN42026-04 → 2026-08392026-08-20
2024jetta-2024-hill-assist-not-disengagingHill Start Assist failing to disengageSERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM32024-10 → 2025-12392026-08-20
2023jetta-2023-head-gasket-coolant-lossHead gasket coolant loss and seepageENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING72024-09-06 → 2026-07-20422026-08-20
2023jetta-2023-rear-brake-premature-wearRear brake pad and rotor premature wearSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS , SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR92023-12-11 → 2026-05-14422026-08-20
2023jetta-2023-sos-module-failureEmergency SOS module repeated failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM52023-10-27 → 2026-05-08422026-08-20
2023jetta-2023-adas-fca-false-activationForward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control false activationFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS52023-06-01 → 2026-05-06422026-08-20
2023jetta-2023-engine-misfire-stallEngine misfire and stall with EPC lightENGINE52023-07-14 → 2026-04-30422026-08-20
2023jetta-2023-hill-hold-brake-engagementHill start assist extended brake hold causing stallELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL START ASSIST:SOFTWARE22023-07-06 → 2024-10-15422026-08-20
2023jetta-2023-backup-camera-dash-electricalBackup camera and instrument cluster electrical failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING22024-10-02 → 2025-11-26422026-08-20
2022jetta-2022-travel-assist-steering-wheel-sensorTravel Assist / adaptive cruise steering wheel sensor warningsLANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, STEERING102024-06 → 2026-08422026-08-20
2022jetta-2022-rear-brake-premature-wearRear brake pad and rotor premature wearSERVICE BRAKES122023-02 → 2026-06422026-08-20
2022jetta-2022-engine-misfire-epc-power-lossEngine misfire, EPC warning, and power lossENGINE82022-10 → 2023-08422026-08-20
2022jetta-2022-head-gasket-coolant-lossHead gasket failure and coolant lossENGINE32023-12 → 2026-08422026-08-20
2022jetta-2022-digital-cockpit-shutdownDigital cockpit display shutdown while drivingELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING12024-01 → 2024-01422026-08-20
2022jetta-2022-airbag-non-deployment-crashAirbag non-deployment in crashAIR BAGS12025-12 → 2025-12422026-08-20
2022jetta-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatterSunroof glass spontaneous shatteringVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY12023-02 → 2023-02422026-08-20
2021jetta-2021-premature-rear-brake-wearPremature rear brake pad and rotor wearSERVICE BRAKES192022-11 → 2026-05662026-08-28
2021jetta-2021-evap-check-engine-lightEVAP system faults triggering check engine lightFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM52022-12 → 2025-05662026-08-28
2021jetta-2021-door-latch-actuator-failureDoor latch or lock actuator failure, will not open or lockLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES32024-06 → 2025-03662026-08-28
2021jetta-2021-sunroof-glass-shatteringSunroof glass spontaneously shattering while drivingVISIBILITY32023-05 → 2025-11662026-08-28
2021jetta-2021-driver-assist-malfunctionAdaptive cruise, lane keep, and collision system faultsFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE72022-03 → 2026-07662026-08-28
2021jetta-2021-stalling-loss-of-powerEngine stalling and loss of power, incl. start-stop faultsENGINE82021-06 → 2026-06662026-08-28
2021jetta-2021-sudden-total-brake-lossSudden total loss of brake pressureSERVICE BRAKES22022-10 → 2024-04662026-08-28
2020jetta-2020-sunroof-shatterSunroof shattering while drivingUNKNOWN OR OTHER62022-12 → 2025-11512026-08-29
2020jetta-2020-sos-telematics-failureEmergency SOS/telematics module failureUNKNOWN OR OTHER52024-03 → 2026-05512026-08-29
2020jetta-2020-epc-warning-lightEPC warning light with fault codesELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE42020-07 → 2025-10512026-08-29
2020jetta-2020-transmission-grind-shakeTransmission grinding and shake when shiftingPOWER TRAIN22023-09 → 2024-07512026-08-29
2020jetta-2020-coil-spring-strut-fractureCoil spring and strut fractureSUSPENSION22024-01 → 2026-04512026-08-29
2020jetta-2020-engine-shutdown-drivingUnintended engine shutdown while drivingENGINE52020-06 → 2025-01512026-08-29
2019jetta-2019-ignition-switch-electrical-shutdownIgnition switch and electrical shutdown in hot weatherELECTRICAL SYSTEM822023-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)5332026-06-14
2019jetta-2019-fuel-evap-refuelingEVAP and fuel tank refueling failuresFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM182023-05 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)5332026-06-14
2019jetta-2019-camshaft-cover-boltsCamshaft cover bolts backing out and oil leakageENGINE92024-03 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)5332026-06-14
2019jetta-2019-transmission-power-lossTransmission and drivetrain power lossPOWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM82023-05 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)5332026-06-14
2019jetta-2019-sunroof-glass-shatterSunroof glass shatteringVISIBILITY62023-08 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)5332026-06-14
2019jetta-2019-shift-lever-park-positionShift lever park-position messagePOWER TRAIN52024-04 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)5332026-06-14
2018jetta-2018-ignition-switch-malfunctionIgnition switch and key removal malfunctionELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER32022-08 → 2024-08312026-08-30
2018jetta-2018-fuel-rail-leakFuel rail leak with fuel odor and stallingFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM82023-03 → 2026-07312026-08-30
2018jetta-2018-airbag-occupant-detectionPassenger airbag occupant detection malfunctionAIR BAGS52019-02 → 2025-07312026-08-30
2018jetta-2018-transmission-failureTransmission failure requiring replacementPOWER TRAIN42019-07 → 2026-04312026-08-30
2017jetta-2017-suspension-spring-failureFront and rear suspension coil spring failureSUSPENSION42022-02 → 2026-021592026-08-23
2017jetta-2017-infotainment-touchscreen-failureInfotainment touchscreen failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT42023-08 → 2025-111592026-08-23
2017jetta-2017-fuel-rail-bolt-leakFuel rail bolt leak and fuel odorFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE352018-04 → 2025-121592026-08-23
2017jetta-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-powerSudden loss of engine power while drivingELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE132017-08 → 2025-051592026-08-23
2017jetta-2017-clutch-transmission-failureClutch and manual transmission failurePOWER TRAIN92018-01 → 2026-071592026-08-23
2017jetta-2017-brake-failureBrake failure and reduced stopping powerSERVICE BRAKES92018-01 → 2025-071592026-08-23
2017jetta-2017-steering-electrical-recallSteering column electrical system recall delaySTEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM92017-12 → 2025-041592026-08-23
2017jetta-2017-airbag-nondeploymentAirbags failed to deploy in a collisionAIR BAGS82018-05 → 2025-011592026-08-23
2016jetta-2016-oil-consumptionExcessive oil consumption and timing chain failureENGINE82019-06 → 2025-061602026-08-23
2016jetta-2016-horn-failureHorn failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM52019-06 → 2023-041602026-08-23
2016jetta-2016-fuel-rail-leak-odorFuel rail leak and gasoline odorFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM232016-02 → 2026-011602026-08-23
2016jetta-2016-key-stuck-ignitionKey stuck in ignition switchUNKNOWN OR OTHER262017-04 → 2025-101602026-08-23
2016jetta-2016-brake-pedal-failureBrake pedal failure to stop vehicleSERVICE BRAKES182015-12 → 2026-041602026-08-23
2016jetta-2016-power-loss-hesitationLoss of power and hesitation to acceleratePOWER TRAIN232016-12 → 2026-011602026-08-23
2015jetta-2015-ignition-key-stuckKey stuck in ignition switchELECTRICAL SYSTEM242017-05 → 2020-101932026-07-26
2015jetta-2015-camshaft-failureCamshaft failure with loss of engine powerENGINE102015-12 → 2026-011932026-07-26
2015jetta-2015-coil-spring-fractureCoil spring fractureSUSPENSION92019-10 → 2022-121932026-07-26
2015jetta-2015-fuel-odor-leakFuel odor and fuel system leaksFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM72015-07 → 2020-111932026-07-26
2015jetta-2015-stall-no-startEngine stall and intermittent no-startELECTRICAL SYSTEM212015-03 → 2025-041932026-07-26
2015jetta-2015-transmission-mechatronicTransmission and mechatronic unit failurePOWER TRAIN122020-02 → 2023-071932026-07-26
2015jetta-2015-brake-pedalBrake pedal stiffness and extended stopping distanceSERVICE BRAKES82015-11 → 2025-071932026-07-26
2015jetta-2015-airbag-occupant-sensorPassenger air bag occupant sensor malfunctionAIR BAGS72017-01 → 2025-051932026-07-26
2014jetta-2014-key-stuck-in-ignitionKey stuck in ignition switchELECTRICAL SYSTEM242019-03 → 2022-073862026-09-06
2014jetta-2014-front-coil-spring-fractureFront coil spring fractureSUSPENSION42020-08 → 2022-123862026-09-06
2014jetta-2014-mechatronic-transmission-failureMechatronic transmission failurePOWER TRAIN422019-03 → 2026-043862026-09-06
2014jetta-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crashAir bag non-deployment in crashAIR BAGS52020-03 → 2025-123862026-09-06
2014jetta-2014-airbag-clockspring-warning-lightAir bag clockspring and warning lightAIR BAGS112019-06 → 2022-113862026-09-06
2014jetta-2014-auxiliary-heater-fireAuxiliary heater fireELECTRICAL SYSTEM32024-12 → 2026-013862026-09-06
2014jetta-2014-engine-oil-consumptionEngine oil consumptionENGINE102020-10 → 2025-053862026-09-06
2014jetta-2014-timing-chain-camshaft-sensor-stallTiming chain and camshaft sensor stallENGINE122019-03 → 2023-083862026-09-06
2013jetta-2013-mechatronic-transmission-failureDSG/hybrid transmission mechatronic unit failurePOWER TRAIN802019-10 → 2025-125162026-09-03
2013jetta-2013-tdi-fuel-pump-failureTDI diesel high pressure fuel pump failureFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM52024-06 → 2026-055162026-09-03
2013jetta-2013-airbag-clockspring-failureAirbag warning light and clock spring failureAIR BAGS82020-12 → 2025-105162026-09-03
2013jetta-2013-ignition-key-lock-recallIgnition switch key removal and steering lock recallSTEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM62019-10 → 2026-025162026-09-03
2013jetta-2013-brake-lockup-failureBrake pedal lockup or failure to stopSERVICE BRAKES52021-02 → 2023-025162026-09-03
2013jetta-2013-stall-no-restart-electricalVehicle stalling and failing to restart while drivingELECTRICAL SYSTEM102020-01 → 2023-085162026-09-03
2012jetta-2012-abs-module-failureABS control module failure triggers warning lightsSERVICE BRAKES132018-09 → 2023-115262026-09-04
2012jetta-2012-coil-spring-fractureFront or rear coil spring fractureSUSPENSION52019-04 → 2022-055262026-09-04
2012jetta-2012-wiper-cold-weather-failureWindshield wipers stop working in cold weatherVISIBILITY/WIPER62018-02 → 2024-055262026-09-04
2012jetta-2012-sunroof-leak-shatterSunroof leaks or shatters unexpectedlyUNKNOWN OR OTHER52019-04 → 2020-115262026-09-04
2012jetta-2012-ignition-key-stuckKey stuck in ignition switch, engine won't shut offELECTRICAL SYSTEM472018-01 → 2025-075262026-09-04
2012jetta-2012-hpfp-fuel-pump-failureHigh-pressure fuel pump failure contaminates fuel systemFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM92018-05 → 2024-095262026-09-04
2012jetta-2012-clockspring-airbag-hornClock spring failure disables horn and airbag warningAIR BAGS122018-03 → 2024-105262026-09-04
2012jetta-2012-parked-vehicle-rollawayVehicle rolls away after being parked and shut offPOWER TRAIN62019-09 → 2021-085262026-09-04
2011jetta-2011-ignition-switch-key-stuckIgnition switch/key stuck in ignitionELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE282017-09 → 2022-106392026-09-03
2011jetta-2011-rear-coil-spring-fractureRear coil spring/trailing arm fractureSUSPENSION92019-03 → 2022-106392026-09-03
2011jetta-2011-wiper-failure-cold-weatherWindshield wiper failure in cold temperaturesVISIBILITY/WIPER62017-12 → 2021-036392026-09-03
2011jetta-2011-radio-head-unit-failureRadio/head unit sudden failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM82017-09 → 2020-106392026-09-03
2011jetta-2011-engine-stall-while-drivingEngine stall while drivingELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM232017-09 → 2024-076392026-09-03
2011jetta-2011-horn-failure-clockspringHorn failure linked to clockspring/airbag lightAIR BAGS162017-09 → 2024-076392026-09-03
2011jetta-2011-abs-control-module-failureABS control module failure with warning lightsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)92018-06 → 2025-076392026-09-03
2010vw-jetta-2010-dsg-mechatronic-neutral-shiftDSG mechatronic unit failure, unintended shift to neutralPOWER TRAIN102016-05 → 2023-078752026-09-03
2010vw-jetta-2010-ignition-switch-stuckIgnition switch key stuck, engine will not shut offELECTRICAL SYSTEM192017-03 → 2023-098752026-09-03
2010vw-jetta-2010-abs-control-module-failureABS control module failure triggering brake warning lightsSERVICE BRAKES242017-05 → 2025-058752026-09-03
2010vw-jetta-2010-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failureHigh-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall while drivingFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM122016-05 → 2025-088752026-09-03
2010vw-jetta-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failureTiming chain tensioner failureENGINE52016-08 → 2020-088752026-09-03
2009jetta-2009-key-stuck-in-ignitionIgnition key stuck in the ignition switchUNKNOWN OR OTHER142017-09 → 2022-099042026-09-20
2009jetta-2009-abs-module-warning-lightsABS module failure with ABS, EPC, stability warning lightsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1352017-04 → 2026-049042026-09-20
2009jetta-2009-dsg-transmission-stallDSG mechatronic failure causing stalling or limp modePOWER TRAIN102017-09 → 2024-019042026-09-20
2009jetta-2009-airbag-takata-warningAirbag warning light and Takata recall remedy issuesAIR BAGS92017-05 → 2024-089042026-09-20
2006jetta-2006-dsg-mechatronic-transmissionDSG/mechatronic transmission failure and hard shiftingPOWER TRAIN572012-03 → 2023-075802026-09-20
2006jetta-2006-driver-door-wiring-harnessDriver-side door wiring harness failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM392012-04 → 2020-075802026-09-20
2006jetta-2006-tdi-camshaft-lifter-failureTDI camshaft and lifter failureENGINE252012-03 → 2016-085802026-09-20
2006jetta-2006-headliner-separationHeadliner fabric separation from roof pillarsSTRUCTURE92012-09 → 2017-085802026-09-20
2006jetta-2006-brake-fluid-leak-cylinderBrake fluid leak and master cylinder failureSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC62013-09 → 2022-115802026-09-20
2006jetta-2006-airbag-warning-nondeployAir bag warning light illumination and crash nondeploymentAIR BAGS282012-03 → 2020-015802026-09-20
2006jetta-2006-power-seat-heater-overheatPower seat movement and seat heater overheatingSEATS132012-11 → 2019-015802026-09-20

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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Volkswagen Jetta [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen/jetta
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_volkswagen_jetta_2026,
  author = {Wrench.Pro},
  title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Volkswagen Jetta},
  year = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen/jetta}},
  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}

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