2019 Volkswagen Jetta problems
The Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car/small family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1979. Positioned to fill a sedan niche above the firm's Golf hatchback, it has been marketed over seven generations, variously as the Atlantic, Vento, Bora, City Jetta, Jetta City, GLI, Jetta, Clasico, and Sagitar (in China).
The Jetta has been offered in two- and four-door saloon / sedan, and five-door wagon / estate versions – all as four- or five-seaters. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each generation. By mid-2011, almost 10 million Jettas have been produced and sold all over the world. As of April 2014, Volkswagen marketed over 14 million, becoming its top selling model.
Nameplate etymology
Numerous sources note that the Jetta nameplate derives from the Atlantic 'jet stream' during a period when Volkswagen named its vehicles after prominent winds and currents (e.g., the Volkswagen Passat (after the German word for trade wind), Volkswagen Bora (after bora), and Volkswagen Scirocco (after sirocco).
A 2013 report by former VW advertising copywriter Bertel Schmitt, said that — after consulting VW sources including Dr. Carl Hahn, former Volkswagen of America Chief and W.P. Schmidt, former sales chief at Volkswagen — no evidence suggested Volkswagen employed a naming theme for its front-drive, water-cooled vehicles; nor was there evidence the names derived from a theme; nor that a naming system "was ever announced, either officially or confidentially."
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Common 2019 Volkswagen Jetta problems
The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to transmission issues, excessive oil consumption, and front assist technology.
- Excessive Oil Consumption: Another common problem with the 2019 Jetta is excessive oil consumption. Some owners have reported that their vehicles consume more oil than expected, with 4 complaints about excessive oil consumption. This issue can lead to engine noise and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly. In some cases, engine replacement may be necessary, which can be a significant expense.
- Front Assist Problems: The 2019 Jetta's front assist technology, which is designed to detect objects and apply the brakes to avoid collisions, has been reported to malfunction. This issue can cause the vehicle to apply the brakes randomly and without warning, potentially putting occupants in harm's way. A class-action lawsuit has been filed regarding this problem, and VW has been accused of not taking ownership of the issue. Customers who complain are typically given two options: live with the malfunction and document it, or disable the feature entirely. The lawsuit seeks to hold VW accountable for related repairs or costs associated with the system malfunctioning under warranty.
Other issues reported by 2019 Jetta owners include problems with the engine, windows, clutch, and fuel system. However, transmission problems, excessive oil consumption, and front assist technology appear to be the most common and significant issues. Potential buyers should be aware of these problems and consider the potential costs of repairs and maintenance when purchasing a 2019 Jetta.
Is the 2019 VW Jetta reliable?
The 2019 VW Jetta has a predicted reliability rating of three out of five, which is about average.
What is a common problem in Volkswagen Jetta?
Automatic gearbox problems
It has been known for the automatic gearboxes on these cars to suffer with different problems. One of the most common problems is for the gears struggling to change, which could be caused by problems with the gear linkage. Does this video below sound anything like your problem?
Are there any recalls on 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
What is the problem with the 8 speed transmission on the 2019 Jetta?
on behalf of purchasers and lessees of certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta or 2018, 2019, and/or 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles equipped with 8-speed transmissions susceptible to possible oil leaks, rattling, hesitation, or jerking.
Is the 2019 VW Jetta reliable?
The 2019 VW Jetta has a predicted reliability rating of three out of five, which is about average.
What is a common problem in Volkswagen Jetta?
Automatic gearbox problems
It has been known for the automatic gearboxes on these cars to suffer with different problems. One of the most common problems is for the gears struggling to change, which could be caused by problems with the gear linkage. Does this video below sound anything like your problem?
What is the problem with the automatic transmission in the 2019 Jetta?
An decisive sign would be if your 2019 VW Jetta transmission warning light is on. If you notice an odd noise or grinding sound when you shift gears or if you feel your gears catching when you change them then your transmission likely needs more lubricant or something more dangerous could be at fault.
Are there any recalls on 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
2019 Volkswagen Jetta car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Volkswagen Jetta problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2019 Volkswagen Jetta
The NHTSA has received 464 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-30
- VIN: 3VWE57BU7KM
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: My son was driving 45 miles per hour when he hit the sidewalk with both tires on the passenger side. Due to this, the curtain airbags were activated on both the driver and passenger side as well as the passenger seat bag, which I think should not have happened and this caused my insurance to determine it as a total loss.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-30
- VIN: 3VWC57BUXKM
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The dashboard has light on with error message: Only exit vehicle in P position. Please service the vehicle. The light is on and off randomly during driving. Car is drivable even with the light on, but it will have the warning beep which is distractive for driver. There are multiple recalls from VW for other models/years with same error message. The gear shift sensor is malfunctioning in those recalls.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: 3VWC57BU3KM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My starter and gear shift have been malfunctioning, the starter barely turns over and the gearshift sends out a warning to only exit the vehicle in ‘P’ position…
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-26
- VIN: 3VWC57BU4KM
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Car with 37540 miles check engine light came on, per the dealership the Evap purge valve and the fuel line needs to be replaced. It looks like there is an open recall “ Emissions Recall Code: 20CQ” for the same car but for some reason it excludes my car.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-06
- VIN: 3VWC57BU6KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The ignition switch failed while vehicle was in motion. Engine stalled and the electrical system shut off. There is currently a NHTSA recall on this vehicle (NHTSA recall 23V604, 2019 Jetta manufactured between Sept. 3, 2018, and Dec. 21, 2019) however Volkswagen says our VIN number is not included in their recall (VW recall number 28H7)
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-08
- VIN: 3VWC57BU1KM
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I purchased 2019 Volkswagen Jetta RLine Turbo in 2022 with 30 something thousand miles with warranty. The car was and only serviced at Volkswagen dealership since purchased(oil changes, etc.). My daughter mentioned several times to the service people the coolant was empty and needed to be refilled they checked and said it probably do to the heat and use of AC. So we took car in for an oil change at 60,000-70,000 to a Volkswagen dealership in Tampa because oil light came on. They said that the engine oil had sludge all throughout the engine. How no way possible. The car had only been serviced at Volkswagen in Brandon were we lived since we purchased it. I couldn’t believe it. They had just serviced our car at Brandon location not even a month or so. They couldn’t find the problem is all I was told. I have spent over $3500 in 5 mths trying to have the dealership mechanics give us an answer. I spent $24,000 for this vehicle and doesn’t have 75,000 miles. They said it is a failure within engine! Help!!!
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- VIN: 3VWCB7BU4KM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: When accelerating from 1st gear to 2nd gear, the gear gets stuck.. Rpms spike high and the car won't go any faster until it gets unstuck. This has caused issues while in traffic, nearly getting ran over by cars behind me. I can't accelerate as normal when pulling onto a road, there's the risk that the transmission gets stuck and I can't move forward. This car is only 5 years old.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-21
- VIN: 3VWC57BU4KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I took my car for ignition switch recall but after one month I have same issue tge car won't start
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-16
- VIN: 3VWC57BU1KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: I live in Florida where it is very hot - one day my car doesn't turn on and I get the notice on my dashboard that says "STARTER SYSTEM FAULTY. SERVICE VEHICLE". It wont turn on again. I searched the NHTSA website and it seems there is an open recall already, however for some reason my 2019 Jetta is NOT included, and the dealership refuses to claim it under recall. NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V604000 I am submitting this complaint to include this batch of 2019 Jettas also affected.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-09
- VIN: 3VWC57BU1KM
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the odor of fuel was present inside the cabin of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that fuel was leaking underneath the vehicle from the fuel tank. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V110000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 138,021.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-09
- VIN: 3VWC57BU4KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the electrical system shut down and the vehicle stalled. The message "Ignition Switch Off - Safely Stop the Vehicle" and "Starter System Faulty - Please Service Vehicle" were displayed. The contact was unable to pull the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle shut off again within 5-15 seconds of driving. The message "Starter System Faulty - Please Service Vehicle" was The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the electrical system shut down and the vehicle stalled. The message "Ignition Switch Off - Safely Stop the Vehicle" and "Starter System Faulty - Please Service Vehicle" were displayed. The contact was unable to pull the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle shut off again within 5-15 seconds of driving. The message "Starter System Faulty - Please Service Vehicle" was displayed.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-20
- VIN: 3VWC57BU1KM
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: While driving, the car's electrical system failed and came to a complete stop. Identified as a faulty ignition switch by the dealer's service center. I contacted Volkswagen regarding the issue and provided NHTSA's campaign number of 23V604 for a recall on the 2019 Jetta's for ignition switch failure. Volkswagen took my information but stated the recall did not include my car based on the vin number. I am reporting it here to see if there are other Jetta owners who have reported the same issue. The case number with Volkswagen is #06375019.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-06
- VIN: 3VWN57BU8KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the electrical system shut down and the vehicle stalled. The message "Ignition Switch Off - Safely Stop the Vehicle" and "Starter System Faulty - Please Service Vehicle" were displayed. The contact was unable to pull the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle shut off again within 5-15 seconds of driving. The message "Starter System Faulty - Please Service Vehicle" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V604000 (Electrical System), which the contact related to the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-31
- VIN: 3VWC57BU6KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Very similar to Recall #: 28H7 of VW. Was driving in hot temperature and dash displayed warning: "Starter system faulty. Please service vehicle" after a warning sound and message "Car Ignition Off. Please stop vehicle for safety." After this, all my electrical went out (from dash to blinkers to head lights to tail lights). However the car could still accelerate and brake.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-30
- VIN: 3VWC57BU5KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: This is the third occurrence of the vehicle engine shutting off without warning. Each time the instrument cluster displayed "Ignition switched off. Safety stop the vehicle" and "starter system faulty" warnings. After the first occurrence (see detailed report submitted on 07-12-24, NHTSA ID # 11601511) the vehicle was taken to a VW dealership on 07-12-24 in Albuquerque, NM. A detailed account of the problem was explained to the dealership and how all the symptoms matched the documentation on active Volkswagen recall #23V604000 (28H7). The dealership immediately said that even though the vehicle was the same year it was not part of the recall, and it would not restart if this was indeed the problem. We completely disagreed on this account as the problem as stated in the Volkswagen recall was related to a polyfuse which by design opens when heated and closes when it cools down. The dealership diagnosed the issue as electrical and replaced the battery ($400) and declared the problem fixed. On 07-30-24 and 07-31-24 vehicle experience same issue as occurred on 07-11-24. Each time the vehicle was parked in +100 F ambient conditions. Vehicle initially starts and when leaving parking lot, the engine suddenly shuts down. Instrument cluster displays same warnings "ignition switch off" and "starter system faulty". Attempts restart the vehicle are unsuccessful, but it appears after the interior of the vehicle has cooled sufficiently it finally restarts and continues to run. Please look into this issue. I see two recently reported issues occurring on 2019 Jetta's that the VIN is not included in the recall. It is not a coincidence when all the symptoms EXACTLY match those in the active Volkswagen recall. Volkswagen should not wait for a body count before action is taken, it is a known problem that is occurring outside of the initially identified recall. Once again this has the potential to result in a dangerous crash if the vehicle should shut itself off without warning.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-10
- VIN: 3VWE57BU7KM
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The power steering on my vehicle malfunctioned, never giving me a warning as stated in the owner manual with a yellow steering light. As I was coming down a hill, the red steering light came on accompanied with a loud beep, and I lost power steering, nearly causing an accident. I had a mechanic look at it and the DTC codes he received were B200FF0 and B200F2 The dealership and independent service center I was recommended are unable to service the car for another 3 weeks. The only inspection done on my vehicle has been by a private mechanic There were no warning lights prior to the failure. The owner manual states a yellow steering wheel will illuminate to warn of an issue, then turn red if it's not addressed. This never happened. It went directly to red, and I lost steering during transit.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-16
- VIN: 3VWC57BUXKM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: the ignition switch fails while the car is in motion, causing shut off the engine and electrical system, this lead to almost had crash.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-11
- VIN: 3VWC57BU5KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: On 07-11-24 vehicle was started after sitting in parking lot. When driving vehicle in parking lot the vehicle engine suddenly shut off. Instrument cluster initially had "ignition switch off" then a second warning light showing "starter system faulty". The vehicle was restarted several times and the engine continued to shut off and display "starter system faulty". A short time later the vehicle was restarted and continued to run. At the time outside temperatures were in the high 90's with the indoor car temperature significantly higher as it was parked. A quick internet search revealed active Volkswagen recall #23V604000 (28H7) issued 08-29-23. Volkswagen was contacted on 07-12-24 and at the current time are not recognizing this vehicle as part of the recalled group. I was given case #06334060 for this call. The vehicle is experiencing the EXACT symptoms as stated in the recall notice. The vehicle is in the same year/model as the vehicles in the active recall. I believe that the current recall has not correctly identified all affected vehicles. This has a high potential of resulting in a dangerous situation as the vehicle shuts itself down with no warning.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-24
- VIN: 3VWCB7BU2KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the message "Please Check Starter System" was displayed. Additionally, the engine overheated, and the instrument cluster gauges were inoperable. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V604000 (Electrical System), which the contact related to the failure. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,776.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-06
- VIN: 3VWC57BUXKM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: There is a yellow triangle caution light keep coming up and it stated that I should park safely and please service vehicle. I think its the shift level causing that warning ️ to appear.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-09
- VIN: 3VWC57BU3KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The first time stalling while I was driving the car was stalling in the middle of the road. The second time drove to work park the car when I went to start the car it wouldn't start.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-16
- VIN: 3VWC57BU8KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Driving on a highway when all of a sudden my car completely shut off and would not turn back on, had to sit in 110 degree weather with my children. everything was completely dead and we could not open the trunk to get our jumper cables.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-11
- VIN: 3VWC57BU7KM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I keep getting a message on my dash saying ONLY EXIT VEHICLE IN “P” Position. Please Service Vehicle.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-01
- VIN: 3VWC57BU5KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: When weather is warm and interior heats up car will shut off by itself and a message saying "Ignition switch off, safely stop the vehicle," followed by "Starter system faulty, please service vehicle" appears. Vehicle must cool down before it runs normally.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-15
- VIN: 3VWN57BU6KM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: VW Jetta should be included in the ignition switch recall. Problem started last year August on a trip out of state. After a day sitting in the hot parking lot on drive back car reported ignition switch failure and all electronics shut off and eventually the car shut off and wouldn't restart until the interior of the car cooled off. Once inside of car cooled down car was drivable again. Contacted dealer they stated they had not serviced another Jetta with this problem yet. They adivised to continue driving and see if problem occurs again. All winter (living in cold climate) it was no problem. In March as things warmed up problem occurred multiple times. Multiple occasions the car shut off in the middle of the road luckily no accidents occurred. Had car serviced at VW dealer, they were able to replicate problem and talked with VW field rep. who said to change the ignition switch. Since replacing the ignition switch my car has not had any issues anymore. I contacted VW Care and asked to add my car to the recall or reimburse my repair cost ($ 320) They refuse and insist that my car does not have the same problem as the recalled 2019/2020 models. I was fortunate that nobody hit me from behind when my car decided to shut off in the middle of a 55 mile an hour road. since the warning lights won't work when this problem occurs. This is a very serious problem and the remedy was to replace the ignition switch. I have the email conversation between the VW CARE rep as well as a copy of my repair bill. The last email I received from VW care states that my car is not part of the recall, that they can not add it to the recall and even though it presents with the exact same problem nothing can be done about it. Please let me know if you need any additional information Sincerely [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2019 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 11 recalls for different components of the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf GTI, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 vehicles. Due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. Final owner notification letters for Audi owners were mailed on July 25, 2024. Final owner letters for VW owners were mailed on August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are VW: 20UF/Audi: 20YF. Vehicles that were previously recalled under 16V-647 will need to have the new remedy completed. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 16V-647.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection."
- Consequence: Without an audible warning, the driver may be unaware that the key is left in the ignition, which can increase the risk of vehicle theft or a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90W7.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf Sportwagen, 2019-2020 Golf GTI, and Jetta vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch. The ignition switch may fail, especially in high temperature environments.
- Consequence: Ignition switch failure can cause the electrical system to shut down and the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 28H7.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
- Consequence: An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audis customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Audi) 45J7, and (VW) 45J6 and 45J8.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Park It: 1
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
- Consequence: The excessive stress can cause steering, traction or other stability issues or breakage relating to the front wheels, and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40P1. Note: The affected owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repairs have been made.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 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.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
- Consequence: If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta vehicles. An incorrect driver frontal airbag may have been installed during a service/repair visit.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the wrong air bag may not work correctly, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag with the correct part, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y7.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
- Consequence: If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J2/42J3.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."
- Consequence: If the driver is not notified by an audible noise that the key is left in the ignition, it can increase the risk of vehicle theft or crash.
- Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 90L3 and 90L4.
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The passenger side headlight may be incorrectly positioned, reducing the driver's visibility when it is dark. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence: A reduction in the driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side headlight, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L1.
Negative 2019 Volkswagen Jetta car reviews
Positive 2019 Volkswagen Jetta car reviews
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I recently got a great deal on a 2019 Jetta S. While the interior of the S trim is quite plain, I opted for the black exterior and storm grey (which looks more tan to me) interior and I'm really happy with it so far. The car drives well, has a good amount of torque to make up for the low horsepower, and the transmission shifts smoothly. Plus, the MPG is outstanding! However, I want to caution you that the 2019 Jetta S does not come with a spare tire. It's a dealer-installed option that costs around $300. Instead, each Jetta S comes with an electric, plug-in air pump and a canister of fix-a-flat. I didn't purchase the spare tire kit and it was a big mistake. I had a blowout on the freeway and had to call VW roadside assistance. The tow truck took 3 hours to arrive and could only tow me to a VW dealership, where they wanted $190 to replace just one tire. It was a really frustrating experience, so my advice is to buy the spare tire kit. On a side note, I no longer own the car and traded it in for a Jetta GLI.
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undefinedLess so when taking out of eco mode, only impacts the highway mileage by 1 mpg. VW reliability concerns me a bit, but fingers crossed that I can get 200k without any major issues. If you're looking for a comfortable, quick, fairly agile, and quiet car to get through your commute while stopping at the gas station as infrequently as possible (or about every 550 miles for me), then the Jetta is a great choice. In my one year update, I've driven over 40k miles and had only one minor oil leak (fixed under warranty), and the tires are about shot (which surprised me a little, as I typically get 60k+ out of tires with mostly highway driving). The car still handles well, has decent acceleration, and great fuel economy, getting a touch over 39 mpg with spirited highway driving. The seat is still firm and comfortable, and the car has required no major work. If you're considering a Corolla, Civic, or Elantra, I highly recommend adding the Jetta to your search. You may be quite pleasantly surprised. In my update on 27Mar2021, with almost 80k miles on the car, it hasn't changed much. The seats are still firmly comfortable, I still get almost 40 mpg in mostly highway driving, and no odd squeaks. I replaced the stock tires with General Altimax, and they perform much better in the snow. The tradeoff in mileage (about 1 mpg worse) equalled out due to the lack of traffic (still much lower than pre-Covid levels). I've had nothing besides routine maintenance (except when I knocked off the mirror casing when backing out of the garage). Routine service costs a bit more than most American or Japanese cars, but not by much (although this year I have to get the brake fluid flushed, not sure what that goes for). Overall, I'm still pleasantly surprised, and if I had to buy another car today, a Jetta would still be in serious consideration.Update 29Sept22 - At 130k, I have only done standard maintenance, replaced the tires with another set of Altimax, and got an alignment. The previous set of tires lasted me 70k and had good wet weather performance, and were decent in the snow. I have not noticed any change in performance or odd rattles, and the car is still comfortable on long trips. Due to increased traffic post covid, my mileage has decreased to about 38.5 mpg (from just over 40). My only complaint is that the driver's side sun visor clip broke, and unfortunately, Volkswagen doesn't sell it separately (that I can find), and they want $370 for the assembly. I will get creative this weekend. After 3-1/2 years, I am still very happy with the vehicle. If you are looking for a compact commuter, I suggest adding the Jetta to your test drive list.
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Our 2017 Nissan Sentra was totaled, but it was a great value car. We decided to come up with a list of potential replacements and I saw a good deal advertised for the Jetta, so I added it to the list. Unfortunately, I couldn't find any Six Speeds close to me, so I didn't get to test drive the '18 model. We test drove the Kia Soul, Corolla Mi, and finally the Jetta. I was blown away by the Jetta and ended up buying one. The car offers great performance and comfort, and the fuel economy is fantastic - I could get better, but it's so much fun to drive that I'm still getting in the mid 30's. Plus, it has car play which is a huge plus and gives us GPS, etc. This car is a winner and the prices you can get are great! Edmunds asked me to update my review - I can say after 7,000+ miles we still love this car and believe it's a winner. We have no complaints about this car except that I will need to give it to my son at the end of the school year (he earned it by his grades) - it's just too much fun to drive. We enjoyed it so much that we even added an Atlas to our garage!
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This model has every conceivable tech and luxury item I can imagine. I drive a lot for work and need something comfortable, quiet, and up to date. This Jetta is the best one yet ever. As a business executive, I feel proud and self-confident driving this beauty.
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My only complaint is that the passenger seat does not adjust higher or lower. I understand that this may be uncomfortable for shorter individuals, such as my wife. However, I am very happy with everything else.
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Orin Waters 2025-05-03
This car drives very nicely. The engine is peppy and the transmission shifts smoothly most of the time. Although downshifts can be noticeable at times, the suspension is on the soft side and provides a comfortable ride. All the technical features in this car deserve an applause. The heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats are awesome. The digital instrument cluster and infotainment unit are incredible and very easy to use. The Beats audio system is decent, and the ambient lighting is very nice, giving the interior a warm atmosphere. Now, there are things which I personally do not like, but other people might not notice an exception. Unfortunately, the front passenger seat is very uncomfortable. It seats low, does not have height adjustments nor lumbar support, and this is top of the line trim. It feels like I am sitting flat on the floor with no back support, making long drives uncomfortable. In my opinion, this kind of cost-cutting is unacceptable. The passenger seat should be afforded the same amount of adjustments as the driver seat. The materials on the rear door panels look and feel very cheap, and sometimes they squeak when the temperatures are cold. There are no air vents for the rear passengers, but the rear heated seats make up for it a little. The trunk insulation materials are barely present, and the trunk lid and hinges are exposed and look ugly. The trunk lid itself is heavy and requires a push up in order to lock in the open position. The interior lights are not LED and they are on the dim side. The rear camera does not have a projection trajectory. Overall, it is a good car with an awesome fuel economy, and if the manufacturer fixes these shortcomings, especially with the front passenger seat adjustments, it will be even better.
Adam Koelpin 2025-05-02
I bought this car back in October 2018 and I found it to be a good value compared to a Honda Civic (my previous car) and a Toyota Corolla. While it's a decent daily driver, it's not the most comfortable for long road trips. Unfortunately, the passenger seat is not adjustable and lacks lumbar support. Additionally, the transmission can be a bit rough at speeds below 35. However, the service technicians assured me that this is normal for other Jettas on the lot. I did have to deal with 3 service alerts (which were basically manufacturer voluntary recalls) in just 9 months. Despite these issues, I recently decided to trade in my Jetta for a Subaru.
Mackenzie Schmidt 2025-03-20
I leased a VW and unfortunately, I've had some issues with it. The dealership didn't properly register my lease and I've had to deal with some recalls. Additionally, I've had some problems with the transmission fluid and the heat stopped working after my first oil change. It's been frustrating, but I'm hopeful that things will improve. I wish I could turn back time and make a different choice, but I'm trying to make the best of the situation.
Clifton Kuvalis 2025-03-14
I bought my 2019 VW Jetta S Manual in September 2018 and was initially very pleased with it. The MPG was fantastic, averaging 44-46 MPG on the highway and even over 50 MPG on longer trips. However, when winter set in, I started to feel cold towards the end of my 19-mile daily commute to work. I took my car to the dealership, confident they would resolve the issue, as the car has a great warranty. They replaced both thermostats, but the problem persisted. Despite this setback, the dealership was quick to provide me with a loaner car and assured me they would make it right. Overall, I appreciate the dealership's efforts to resolve the issue and their commitment to customer satisfaction.This is where things get very interesting. The technician on the phone explained that they tested my vehicle and it was cooling down but that there was nothing wrong with my car. He informed me that they had tested other 2019 Jetta’s from the lot and they did the same thing. Because of that, they said my car performed just like the others so there was nothing wrong. So, my car and others on the lot all lose heat and blow cold air in the winter, so nothing must be wrong? Maybe more than one car is broken or share a flawed design? The technician then began to try and sell me on the excuse that the blower motor is “too efficient” and is preventing the car from warming up. He recommended that anytime I’m at a stop, I rev the engine! I swear, I can’t make this stuff up. Rev the engine! So, in order for my new car to have heat in the engine, I can either turn the blower fan off (so no air is moving at all) or I can rev my engine constantly. This is insane! My car is broken, and they want to tell me “that’s how Volkswagen designed the car”. Does it not get cold in Germany? This is crazy! (I know the car was built in Mexico) I then met with my Salesman who tried to sell me the same BS. The car is not broken, that’s how it’s designed, blah blah blah. I’m not having any of it. I talked to the General Manager who proceeded to try to tell me the same BS. They said that my car is the way it is and it’s functioning the way VW intended. This is absolutely insane! Who in the world buys a new car with the expectation that the heat won’t work? Nobody! That’s who. It’s a new car, the heat should work. It’s a safety issue. My windows refog, it’s colder than all get out. It’s uncomfortable and unacceptable. The kicker is on the second time my car was tested and had the issue, the ambient temp was 47 degrees. That’s not even that cold, at least not for where I live, considering just a week ago it was -10.I'm so grateful for the loaner car (2018 Jetta) that kept me warmer than my 2019 Jetta would have. Unfortunately, my car is still broken and VW has yet to make it right. I've been jumping through all the hoops they've thrown at me, and if they throw any more, I'll feel like I'm in a circus. I wouldn't recommend this car anywhere the temperature drops below 70 degrees. It might as well be a convertible at this point because the car can't be used unless the weather is perfect. However, on those golden days, you'll get great gas mileage. To end my story, I hope I don't get another Jetta.
Jarred Satterfield 2025-01-15
Although the car has had some issues, I have been proactive in addressing them with my local dealer. Despite some initial confusion, the dealer was able to identify the issue and informed me that VW Corporate is actively working on a solution. While there are currently some recalls on the car, I am confident that they will be resolved in a timely manner. Overall, I am satisfied with my purchase and look forward to enjoying it for the next 3 years.