Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 6 safety recalls naming the Volkswagen Jetta, launched from 1996 to 2018. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Volkswagen Jetta recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 6
- 1996 to 2018
- Latest recall
- 7 March 2018
- R/2018/062
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Volkswagen Jetta recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
STARTER MOTOR MAY MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT
R/2018/062, launched 7 March 2018, 16,625 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Beetle, Eos, Golf, Passat, Scirocco, Sharan, Tiguan, Touran
Defect: On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.
ABS/ESC SYSTEM MAY FAIL
R/2017/189, launched 20 June 2017, 64,192 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Eos, Golf, Scirocco, Touran
Defect: On vehicles with ABS/ESC the earth connection may be interrupted. This may cause failure of the ABS/ESC system
Remedy: On affected vehicles install new software. Where necessary a new ABS/ESC control unit will be fitted.
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE LOST
R/2015/002, launched 8 June 2015, 5,286 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Beetle
Defect: On vehicles with torsion beam rear axle the trailing arm of the rear axle can be deformed in a rear impact of the vehicle or when reversing too quickly over a relatively high obstacle (such as very high kerbs). If this deformation or pre-damage is not recognised a trailing arm of the rear axle can suddenly break later because of the related weakening of the rear axle.
Remedy: On vehicles which have been involved in a rear impact or reversed at speed over a high obstacle. The trailing arm of the torsion beam rear axle is checked for accident damage and replaced if necessary. In other instances a brace plate will be fitted to the trailing arms.
CLUTCH MAY OPERATE INADVERTENTLY WITH UNEXPECTED LOSS OF DRIVE
R/2009/110, launched 14 December 2009, 3,514 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Caddy, Eos, Golf, Passat, Scirocco, Touran
Defect: In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2008/009, launched 29 January 2008, 10,436 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Golf
Defect: The contact resistance on the earth connection of the heating element for the additional air heater can exceed specification. This could lead to excessive heat developing in the connection area of the cable which could result in localised scorching. However if not rectified this could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and check the torque on the earth connection.
POSSIBILITY OF COOLANT LEAKAGE INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
R/1995/089, launched 25 January 1996, 86,500 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Golf
Defect: Operation of the vehicle for prolonged periods with the cooling system at very high temperatures can result in cooling system damage which in rare instances may cause rupturing on the heat exchanger. In consequence high temperature coolant
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a bypass valve to the heat exchanger inlet and a non-return valve to the system. At the same time the heat exchanger box will be lined with absorbent foam.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Volkswagen Jetta, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Volkswagen dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.