CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Volkswagen Jetta has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 552 complaints with NHTSA, including 19 crashes, 3 fires, 36 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (163 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2019 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Fuel Pump Seal Can Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk
A seal on a suction jet pump inside the fuel tank can fail, allowing fuel to flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
Key-in-ignition chime may not sound; crash or theft risk
The instrument cluster in certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles may not give an audible warning when the driver's door is open and the key is still in the ignition.
Ignition Switch May Fail and Stall Engine While Driving
The ignition switch in certain vehicles may fail, especially in high temperature environments.
Tire Pressure Warning May Miss All-Tire Air Loss, Raising Crash Risk
Some vehicles may not detect a sudden loss of air pressure when all four tires deflate at the same time.
Front Wheel Bearings May Crack, Risking Loss of Steering
Some front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined at the factory.
Vehicles May Not Meet Federal Safety Rules
Volkswagen is recalling certain Jetta, Beetle and related models because modifications made while the vehicles were held for internal evaluation may cause them to not fully comply with applicable federal safety requirements.
Rear Coil Springs May Break, Risking Loss of Control
Rear coil springs on certain Volkswagen Golf, Golf Sportwagen and Tiguan vehicles may fracture prematurely.
Wrong driver airbag may fail to work correctly in a crash
An incorrect driver frontal airbag may have been installed during a past service or repair visit on certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles.
Rear Coil Spring May Break, Risking Tire Damage and Loss of Control
Certain rear axle coil springs may prematurely fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
Key-in-ignition chime may not sound, raising theft risk
Certain vehicles without keyless entry may not sound an audible warning from the instrument cluster when the driver's door is opened with the key still in the ignition.
Passenger Headlight May Be Misaligned, Reducing Night Visibility
The passenger-side LED headlight on certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles may be incorrectly positioned.
Most common 2019 Volkswagen Jetta problems
Problem areas named in the 552 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 163 |
| Electrical System | 156 |
| Engine | 147 |
| Unknown Or Other | 95 |
| Service Brakes | 29 |
| Exterior Lighting | 26 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 25 |
| Structure | 23 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 18 |
| Suspension | 17 |
What owners report
2019 Volkswagen Jetta. While the vehicle was in Drive, it moved in reverse without the driver selecting reverse., this happened when the driver stopped to take a parking ticket in the garage on a slope. The driver again moved the dear to parking and back to drive but same thing happened. Ultimately, driver switched off the ignition and started the car again and drive mode worked
Driver's side rear spring broke on 10.17.2026. I noticed the driver's side rear end was sagging when I viewed car from behind while parked. It was not sagging before then. This vehicle had a safety recall NHTSA19V188000/VW42J5 performed back in 2019 and the rear springs were replaced then. So the replaced spring (under recall 19V188000) broke. I had to have a third party vendor replace the spring as no VW dealership was within the area. Car was not drivable and needed to be towed.
The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while sitting inside the vehicle with her children, the contact heard a loud popping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle and became aware that the rear glass had shattered without impact. The approximate failure mileage was 215,667.
The panoramic sunroof glass shattered spontaneously while driving. I was accelerating onto the highway from an on-ramp at approximately 50 to 60 mph. There were no vehicles in front of me and the highway was empty, so nothing could have struck the glass. I heard a loud bang similar to a gunshot, looked up, and saw a hole covering roughly 20% of the sunroof panel with cracks spreading across the rest of the glass. I pulled over to the right shoulder and inspected it from outside. The glass at the break was bent upward and outward, indicating the failure came from inside the panel and not from an external impact. I removed the larger loose pieces for safety and taped over the roof before cont
My problem is the same as Recall 28H7/or 23V604. I have the some make and model and ignition as the Jettas with the recall but for some reson it is not a part of the recall. When the car gets hot the ignition cuts off while I'm driving and I have not speedometer, turn signals or wippers. Please make my VIN a part of the VW recall for this problem
2019 Volkswagen Jetta safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (13.1% rollover risk) |
2019 Volkswagen Jetta questions
Does the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta: Fuel Pump Seal Can Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk; Key-in-ignition chime may not sound; crash or theft risk; Ignition Switch May Fail and Stall Engine While Driving; Tire Pressure Warning May Miss All-Tire Air Loss, Raising Crash Risk; Front Wheel Bearings May Crack, Risking Loss of Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on 552 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (163), Electrical System (156), Engine (147).
How safe is the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.