CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (10 reports).
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments at Occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator may be subject to excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys.
Most common 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen problems
Problem areas named in the 34 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 10 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
What owners report
Purchased my 2014 Jetta TDI SportWagen DSG used with 60k miles in 2017 from a Subaru dealership. It was purchased at auction by the dealership as reported at auction known to be an unmodified dieselgate vehicle. The dealership performed the modifications to bring it into emissions compliance and sold it to me. I noticed an occasional "boing" sound from the back and my wife wouldn't drive it, she said it was too twitchy on the highway. I just thought that was part of the Sportwagen experience. In 2026 I took it to my local garage for a [XXX] state inspection. Mechanic showed me that the front right coil spring was broken as part of the strut, and both rear coil springs were also snappe
While driving my car, which is a manual, will stall out of nowhere. Not while changing gears, but while driving on highway. It stalls which is extremely dangerous. I read the NHTSA investigated this problem in 2010. I believe my car is part of this investigation.
The contact owned a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta TDI equipped with four Continental Tires: Tire Line: Extreme Contact DW6 Plus; Tire Size: 245/45/R19, and DOT Numbers: N/A. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH and traveling around a curve, the passenger side rear tire tread separated, he lost control of the vehicle, and he crashed into a guardrail. The contact sustained injuries to his back, but medical attention was not provided. The side curtain air bags were deployed. There was no reported fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was deemed totaled by the insurance co
While driving on a major highway at approximately 65 mph, my car completely shut off. The steering wheel froze, all the lights on the dashboard started blinking and the car's engine completely shut down. The wheel locked as I was able to steer to the median. I got out of the car and another car behind me immediately crashed into my stopped car, totaling it.
Took normal turn down road, heard clicking noise. Airbag light on dash came on immediately along with loss of function of steering wheel buttons. No warning lamps prior to failure. No issues prior to failure. Vehicle has been inspected by Volkswagen dealer and claimed clock spring needed replacement.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen questions
Does the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments at Occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen?
Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (10), Fuel/Propulsion System (5), Electrical System (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.