https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Volkswagen Jetta. en-us Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:10:01 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#recall-26V185000-volkswagen-volkswagen-jetta-2025 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Jetta and Taos vehicles. The instrument panel may fail to display warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays." https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2178710 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle lost automotive power intermittently, and the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer stated that the cause of the failure was unknown. The vehicle https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2178711 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle lost automotive power intermittently, and the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer stated that the cause of the failure was unknown. The vehicle https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2178754 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT VIN: [XXX] Previous Report: XXX.. This a report of a continuing problem with my vehicle. The engine randomly shuts down endangering both myself and my passengers who are often my [XXX] and [XXX] grandchildren . No warning lamps. the car both stumbles and stops while driving and at stop signs and traffic lights. I repeatedly have taken it to my dealer (Elgin IL VW) they have been unable https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2178755 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT VIN: [XXX] Previous Report: XXX.. This a report of a continuing problem with my vehicle. The engine randomly shuts down endangering both myself and my passengers who are often my [XXX] and [XXX] grandchildren . No warning lamps. the car both stumbles and stops while driving and at stop signs and traffic lights. I repeatedly have taken it to my dealer (Elgin IL VW) they have been unable https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2178756 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT VIN: [XXX] Previous Report: XXX.. This a report of a continuing problem with my vehicle. The engine randomly shuts down endangering both myself and my passengers who are often my [XXX] and [XXX] grandchildren . No warning lamps. the car both stumbles and stops while driving and at stop signs and traffic lights. I repeatedly have taken it to my dealer (Elgin IL VW) they have been unable https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2177735 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The car makes a loud popping/ clicking sound in the back of the car (near exhaust) whenever I accelerate or let off the gas. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2176393 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Upon “starting” car, all systems turn on and car tells me the engine is on; however, if I put into any gear nothing. Only once I press the ignition one more time does the engine actually start. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2173681 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Tire size 205/50R17 Tire belt broke without warning and caused a large bubble in the side of my tire. Tire was out of balance and the cars stability was immediately reduced while on the highway. Had to be replaced with only 8,000 miles on it. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2169476 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Powered sunroof exploded while driving. Contacted Volkswagen and explained the issue to no avail. Also contacted local glass repair business that said they have replaced 3 sunroofs on the same vehicle for the same issue https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2168382 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Check engine light came on after attempting a remote start and failed. Upon using an OBD-II code reader, it gave the code: P2421 - EVAP Vent Valve stuck open. This part is not covered under the 8/80k federal emissions warranty but is still an issue and is affecting emissions. There were no other alerts or warnings issued before attempting the remote start that caused the issue. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2168173 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT In the past I owned a 2017 jetta, which I sold approximately one year ago. It had a 1.4 liter turbo engine. At some point around 18 to 20 years ago, I started smelling gasoline fumes in the cabin. It was rare and intermittent. I did not check it out as it did not seem like an urgent issue. I sold the vehicle about a year ago. I also now own a 2016 jetta TSI model, 1.8 liter turbo with about 104, https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2167453 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Car was great for first 100000 miles. Then it was not. While driving in heavy traffic on a three lane highway, car lost power, ability to accelerate and went into limp mode. EPC code went on. Very dangerous. Took it to several mechanics, VW dealerships, could find nothing wrong. Issue has happened over 100x since, but I am unable to afford another vehicle and pray over car continually to keep me a https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2167454 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Car was great for first 100000 miles. Then it was not. While driving in heavy traffic on a three lane highway, car lost power, ability to accelerate and went into limp mode. EPC code went on. Very dangerous. Took it to several mechanics, VW dealerships, could find nothing wrong. Issue has happened over 100x since, but I am unable to afford another vehicle and pray over car continually to keep me a https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2167455 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Car was great for first 100000 miles. Then it was not. While driving in heavy traffic on a three lane highway, car lost power, ability to accelerate and went into limp mode. EPC code went on. Very dangerous. Took it to several mechanics, VW dealerships, could find nothing wrong. Issue has happened over 100x since, but I am unable to afford another vehicle and pray over car continually to keep me a https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2167086 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am experiencing multiple safety-related issues with the driver's side door latch/lock assembly on my Volkswagen vehicle. These problems are isolated to the driver's door and appear linked to a known defect involving water intrusion and freezing. Symptoms include: In cold mornings (around 7:30 AM), the driver's door latch frequently freezes shut, likely due to moisture ingress that freezes in sub https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2167087 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am experiencing multiple safety-related issues with the driver's side door latch/lock assembly on my Volkswagen vehicle. These problems are isolated to the driver's door and appear linked to a known defect involving water intrusion and freezing. Symptoms include: In cold mornings (around 7:30 AM), the driver's door latch frequently freezes shut, likely due to moisture ingress that freezes in sub https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2166790 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle Information •Make / Model / Year: 2015 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE •VIN: [XXX] Recall Information (if known) •Camshaft recall: 23R1 (2016) •ECM software update: 24DR (2020) Description of Problem: My 2015 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE experiences loss of power while driving, where the engine RPM increases but the vehicle does not accelerate properly, especially when driving uphill. This create https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2166791 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle Information •Make / Model / Year: 2015 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE •VIN: [XXX] Recall Information (if known) •Camshaft recall: 23R1 (2016) •ECM software update: 24DR (2020) Description of Problem: My 2015 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE experiences loss of power while driving, where the engine RPM increases but the vehicle does not accelerate properly, especially when driving uphill. This create https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2166792 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle Information •Make / Model / Year: 2015 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE •VIN: [XXX] Recall Information (if known) •Camshaft recall: 23R1 (2016) •ECM software update: 24DR (2020) Description of Problem: My 2015 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T SE experiences loss of power while driving, where the engine RPM increases but the vehicle does not accelerate properly, especially when driving uphill. This create https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2166561 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I'm not exactly sure on what happened but when using the lane stay assist it doesn't read the lines correctly causing the car to abruptly jerk in a unexpected direction! doing this during certain scenarios would cause an accident for sure. also the headlight auto switching for high beams malfunctions often causing the lights to flicker https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2166562 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I'm not exactly sure on what happened but when using the lane stay assist it doesn't read the lines correctly causing the car to abruptly jerk in a unexpected direction! doing this during certain scenarios would cause an accident for sure. also the headlight auto switching for high beams malfunctions often causing the lights to flicker https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2166563 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I'm not exactly sure on what happened but when using the lane stay assist it doesn't read the lines correctly causing the car to abruptly jerk in a unexpected direction! doing this during certain scenarios would cause an accident for sure. also the headlight auto switching for high beams malfunctions often causing the lights to flicker https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2163423 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT When engaging the gas pedal, it broke off during travel, requiring a need to pull over. Gas pedal is entirely plastic and contains no metal parts. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2163223 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT the auxiliary heater had burned through the heat shield and melted into the cabin causing a small fire and now some smoke to enter the cabin https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2162191 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT According to the mechanic to whom we took the vehicle, there was a massive short in the mechatronics component of the transmission. The mechanic also informed us that there was no proactive action we could have taken prior to this incident to prevent its occurrence. The car and its components are still available for inspection. The short caused the vehicle to immediately lose power while being https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2162209 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT While I was driving on the highway, the EPC light came on and the car began to lose power. It went into "limp" mode and lost all oil. I had it diagnosed at VW Carlock North Nashville. They told me the "exhaust camshaft cover bolts backed themselves out causing oil to get into timing belt and make belt swell causing it to lose tension and sheer timing belt, must replace timing belt, timing belt ten https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2161005 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Miles on car 79,000 December 1, 2025 Car started to slow down while driving on bay bridge, San Francisco speed went suddenly from 55 miles an hour to 30 miles and hour Lights went off EPC and RPM maximum was showing on dashboard. Car suddenly started running at 25 to 35 miles an hour while driving on the highway. I was at risk of getting hit by another vehicle since everyone else was driving a https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2160515 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Two safety defect incidents involving unintended acceleration. This defect has resulted in two loss of control incidents causing property damage. First incident: While attempting to move vehicle inside garage, I started engine with foot firmly on the brake, shifted the transmission into drive, and maintained full brake pressure. Immediately upon shifting, the vehicle bolted forward at an accelerat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-jetta#complaint-2160096 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The steering wheel is the principal reason for this incident. Because when I'm driving on the highway almost to get an exit to the right going at the speed limit of 70 MPH the right tire passes through a high/low on the street, then my steering wheel locked lightly and started to pull to the right like for 2-3 seconds. Causing me hit the wall on the highway. Then straightened itself back, I'm jus