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Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 101 owner complaints for the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, covering model years 2013 to 2016. The 2013 model year drew the most complaints (79), and Power Train is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 3 recall campaigns on file
  • 101 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 4 model years with data (2013–2016)
  • most complaints: 2013 (79 for that model year)
  • top component: Power Train (73 complaints)
  • latest recall 19V866000 (reported Dec 6, 2019)
  • 4 complaints reporting a crash (4.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 1 complaint reporting an injury (1.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints by model year

4 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2013 model year has the most complaints: 79 of 101, or 78.2%. Next come 2014 (20) and 2015 (1). The fewest are for 2016, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2013–2016Column chart of 101 complaints across 4 model years. The highest is 2013 with 79. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2013: 79 complaints7920132014: 20 complaints2020142015: 1 complaint120152016: 1 complaint12016
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
2013793000
2014201010
201510000
201610000
All model years1014010

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Power Train is the component named most often, in 73 complaints (72.3% of all 101), followed by Engine (18) and Electrical System (13).

Components named most often in Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Power Train7372.3%
Engine1817.8%
Electrical System1312.9%
Service Brakes109.9%
Fuel/Propulsion System65.9%
Vehicle Speed Control55.0%
Air Bags44.0%
Steering22.0%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)11.0%
Hybrid Propulsion System11.0%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic11.0%
Structure11.0%
Unknown or Other11.0%
Visibility11.0%
Visibility/Wiper11.0%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recalls

3 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Jetta Hybrid, newest first. The 3 campaigns cover model years 2013 to 2015. The 2013 model year appears in the most campaigns (3).

  • 3 recall campaigns
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recall campaigns covering each model year
2013: 3 campaigns2014: 2 campaigns2015: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 19V866000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission; Power Train › Clutch Assembly

    Model years 2013–2015

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Jetta Hybrid vehicles equipped with a DQ200 7-Speed DSG Automatic Transmission. Hairline cracks can develop within the transmission electronic gearbox (mechatronic unit), causing an internal transmission oil leak and a decrease in oil pressure.

    Consequence:
    A decrease in transmission oil pressure can cause the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit and, as necessary, replace affected parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J6.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 19V679000

    Reported

    Unknown or Other

    Model year 2013

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

    Consequence:
    If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
    Remedy:
    Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 13V568000

    Reported

    Power Train

    Model years 2013–2014

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Jetta Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 2012 through October 2013 and equipped with a DQ-200 direct-shift gearbox. Due to gearbox fluid additives, the control module within the gearbox may corrode. The deposits from this corrosion may cause an electrical short and result in a stall-like condition.

    Consequence:
    This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gearbox oil with a non-corrosive version, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recall campaigns for the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, covering model years 2013 to 2016. The most recent, 19V866000, was reported on December 6, 2019 and is filed under “Power train”. The 2013 model year is covered by the most campaigns (3).

Which Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid model year has the most complaints?

The 2013 model year, with 79 of the 101 complaints in NHTSA’s file (78.2%). The next are 2014 (20) and 2015 (1). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaint?

Power Train is the component named most often: 73 complaints, or 72.3% of all 101. Engine (18) and Electrical System (13) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Volkswagen dealer.

How many Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 101 complaints, 4 report a crash, 0 a fire, 1 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.