CarRecallWatchThe 1995 Volkswagen Jetta has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 220 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 11 fires, 52 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (53 reports).
1995 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Most common 1995 Volkswagen Jetta problems
Problem areas named in the 220 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 53 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 39 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 31 |
| Visibility | 29 |
| Power Train | 23 |
| Air Bags | 23 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 |
| Equipment | 20 |
| Steering | 16 |
| Suspension | 13 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 69,040. UPDATED 03/14/12*LJ
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHEN COMING UP TO A STOP. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. CAR RESTARTS APPROX 1 TO 2 HOURS LATER WITH NO ISSUES, BUT FAILS AGAIN SEVERAL DAYS LATER. TAKEN VEHICLE TO MECHANIC NUMEROUS TIMES FOR PROBLEM WHICH COULD NOT BE RESOLVED. *TR
SMOKE COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL IN HOT WEATHER. *TR
DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY BURNING COOLANT STARTED SPEWING ON MY LEGS, I NEARLY LOST CONTROL, WHEN I PULLED OVER I NOTICED THAT THE CARPET WAS SOAKED IN ANTI-FREEZE. HEATER CORE BLEW. I CALLED VW AFTER HEARING THEY WOULD REPLACE FREE OF CHARGE AND WAS BLOWN OFF. *TR
HEATER CORE VW JETTA 1995. VW IS AWARE THAT HEATER CORES ON ALL JETTA'S FROM 1990-1998 HAVE A POORLY MANUFACURED HEATER CORE. IN 1990 THEY ISSUED A RECALL FOR THE 1990 PASSAT. THEY STILL HAVE NOT CORRECTED THIS FAULT AND WENT ON TO INSTALL THE SAME PART ON ALL 1990-1998 JETTA III'S. LAST WEEK WHEN I WAS DRIVING MY JETTA FILLED UP WITH COOLANT SMOKE IN THE CABIN. I VEERED OFF THE ROAD. I RAN INTO A FENCE. VW WHILE IT HAS OFFERED GOOD FAITH REPAIRS IN THE PAST NOW REFUSED TO COVER THIS SYSTEMIC FAILURE AND THE COST TO REPAIR THIS ITEM IS $500- $800. *TR
1995 Volkswagen Jetta questions
Does the 1995 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1995 Volkswagen Jetta: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan; Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift; Equipment:Mechanical:Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on 220 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (53), Latches/Locks/Linkages (39), Engine And Engine Cooling (31).
How do I check if a recall on my 1995 Volkswagen Jetta 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.