Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2011 Volkswagen Jetta has 10 recalls, 639 complaints, and a 4-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
10
Recalls
639
Complaints
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Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026
19V679000
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 an...
19V615000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertib...
15V483000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI...
14E007000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or ins...
14V656000
SUSPENSION:REAR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 1, 2010, to November 30, 20...
11V196000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 JETTA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 2010 THROUGH MARCH 2011. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN ELECTRICA...
11V490000
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 201...
11E036000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST TIPS, PART NUMBER 1K0 071 910 U, SOLD AS ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 J...
11V466000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 JETTA SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 18, 2010, THROUGH AUGUST 22, 2011. SOME VEHICLES HA...
20E064000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 200...
Overall
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Front Crash
★★★★★
Side Crash
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Rollover
★★★★★
Rating for: 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2025 | SERVICE BRAKES | ABS Control Module total failure No warnings appeared prior to the total failure of the ABS Control ... |
| Jul 14, 2025 | SERVICE BRAKES | driving on freeway (speed around 70mph) out of nowhere i start smelling strange burning smell then a... |
| Dec 29, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES | The f16 fuse in the engine bay that connects power to multiple exterior lights as well as the abs br... |
| Oct 1, 2024 | STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Because of recall, car was not engaged in park completely like it stated after I got out it rolled a... |
| Sep 21, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Component/System Failure/Malfunction: ignition switch and starter, possibly transmission Yes, availa... |
| Aug 19, 2024 | ENGINE | EGR is getting stuck open / closed |
| Apr 17, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES | Air bag light came on showing both driver and passenger airbags off without having any collision the... |
| Jan 28, 2024 | ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | I recently bought a 2011 volkswagen jetta tdi last owner wasn't aware of recalls, car started throwi... |
| Nov 1, 2023 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Car keeps turning off while driving and battery light comes on the dash board. Restarts and light no... |
| Sep 13, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Vehicle’s electrical system shuts off as I am driving. This happened at night , almost caused a cra... |
| Jul 12, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Door unexpectedly does not close and latch correctly. Had to hold the car door the whole time drivin... |
| Jul 3, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that upon arriving to her destination, ... |
| Jul 3, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE | At various times my car will randomly stall and it's not showing any warning lights to indicate what... |
| Jun 27, 2023 | ENGINE | What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? T... |
| Jun 3, 2023 | AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Volkswagen Jettas between 2011-2014 received a recall for the clockspring issue that occurs. I just ... |
| Jun 1, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the ve... |
| Mar 12, 2023 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | The car stalls in traffic and is slow to accelerate. The service department attributes the cause fro... |
| Mar 11, 2023 | ENGINE | Water pump busted while driving at 20 miles an hour |
| Mar 10, 2023 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | It started singing real load and my light for my coolant started blinking red |
| Mar 3, 2023 | POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | The power window never works the way it is suppose to, when I row my window down it MESSES with the ... |