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Volkswagen Jetta 2018 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Volkswagen Jetta 2018 and 31 complaints filed by owners. It has 74% fewer complaints than the average Volkswagen Jetta from 2016–2025 (118 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

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Recalls issued for the Volkswagen Jetta 2018

Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 20V648000 · 2020-10-21

What happens

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.

Consequence

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, as necessary, the fuel rail. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 20V648000

Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · 2019-08-22

What happens

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."

Consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 19V615000

There is also 1 recall on aftermarket replacement parts (headlights, pedals, etc.) that only apply if the car has that part installed.

Complaints from other owners

31 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

1 with a crash

Most reported problems on the Volkswagen Jetta 2018

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Volkswagen Jetta 2018

Safety rating (NCAP)

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Volkswagen Jetta recalls by year

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Volkswagen Jetta 2018 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Volkswagen Jetta 2018. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Volkswagen Jetta 2018?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: fuel and propulsion (6 of 31 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.

Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.

Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).