Worst 2018 Volkswagen Jetta Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbags
Transmission / Drivetrain
Fuel System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 1 | — | 24,600 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | — | — | 30,100 mi | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tires:Bead | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Recalls for 2018 Volkswagen Jetta
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~897,219 vehicles.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.
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."
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2018 Volkswagen Jetta — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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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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