2015 Volkswagen Jetta Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. Part of Generation 6 (Mk6) — 2011–2018.

20142016
Complaints
284
per 10K Sold
21.7
US Sales
131,109
Crashes
11
Fires
3
Injuries
15
Fatalities
Recalls
7

Worst 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#143 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:40,796 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#242 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:43,242 mi
Fires:1
#323 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:49,297 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta.

Engine Problems
43
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
40,796
Electrical Faults
42
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
43,242
Transmission / Drivetrain
23
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
49,297
Brakes
19
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
22,712
Fuel System
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
42,332
Airbags
16
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
49,650
Steering Defects
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
47,789
Suspension Failures
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,177
Seat-Related Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
50,075
Wheel Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
19,770
Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
37,800
Body Structure
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
60,950
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator:Integrated Starter(Other Than Propulsion)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Volkswagen Jetta

7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~842,058 vehicles.

19V679000Uncategorized
~113 affected

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.

19V615000Electrical System:ignition:anti-theft:control Module · Steering:column Locking:anti-theft Device
~679,027 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."

15V705000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
~91,867 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.

15V627000Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive
~993 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured September 8, 2014, to November 28, 2014, Golf vehicles manufactured April 2, 2014, to December 3, 2014, and E-Golf vehicles manufactured July 26, 2014, to October 18, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped a Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) that may have been manufactured improperly. As a result, the front passenger seat occupant may be improperly classified or may not be detected.

15V028000Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail
~44,658 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to November 24, 2014, 2014-2015 Passat vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to November 18, 2014, 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured July 1, 2014, to November 20, 2014, and 2014-2015 Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles manufactured March 31, 2014, to November 27, 2014. A sealing cap at the fuel rail may fail, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.

14V790000Exterior Lighting:headlights
~25,007 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured July 11, 2014, to November 13, 2014. Due to incorrect software within the headlight control module, the low beam headlights may turn off when high beam lights are turned on. As a result, the light output from the headlights may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108. "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

14V670000Seats
~393 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Jetta and Passat vehicles manufactured September 23, 2014, to October 9, 2014, and equipped with manual front seatback recliners. In the affected vehicles, the seatback recliner retaining bracket may not engage correctly, resulting in unexpected movement of the seatback.

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2015 Volkswagen Jetta — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2015 Volkswagen Jetta has 284 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 43 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (43 complaints, avg 40,796 mi); Electrical Faults (42 complaints, avg 43,242 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (23 complaints, avg 49,297 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 42,752 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta include 11 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 15 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 842,058 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Volkswagen Jetta reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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