The 2015 Volkswagen Jetta's elevated safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 193 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

193

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

19V6150002019-22-08

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 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."

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.

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20E0640002020-23-09

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 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.

If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

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15V6270002015-07-10

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

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.

In the event of a crash, if the front passenger seat occupant is incorrectly classified or non-detected, the passenger frontal air bag may deploy improperly or not at all, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

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19V6790002019-25-09

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 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.

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

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14V7900002014-15-12

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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."

Insufficient headlight output may increase the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2015 Volkswagen Jetta has accumulated 193 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with unknown or other leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Unknown Or Other24

02Electrical System21

03Engine17

04Power Train14

05Suspension10

193 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Economy

26–44mpg combined

22-41city

32-48hwy

$1,300-$2,250/yr

With 9 configurations tested, the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta ranges from 26 to 44 MPG combined. That's a 18 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Jetta Hybrid - Automatic (AM-S7)

44mpg

1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

41 city48 hwy~$1,300/yr10/10 Clean

Jetta - Automatic (S6)

29mpg

1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr7/10 Clean

Jetta - Manual 5-spd

29mpg

1.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr7/10 Clean

Jetta - Manual 5-spd

28mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean

Jetta - Automatic (AM-S6)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city32 hwy~$2,150/yr7/10 Clean

Jetta - Automatic (S6)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr6/10 Average

Jetta - Manual 6-spd

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city33 hwy~$2,250/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2015 Volkswagen Jetta

36States

26%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 36 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

1,0069%

FLFlorida

1,0019%

CACalifornia

8087%

ILIllinois

5685%

DCWashington DC

4925%

GAGeorgia

4724%

PAPennsylvania

4714%

DEDelaware

4484%

MOMissouri

4484%

MDMaryland

4174%

AZArizona

3663%

NYNew York

3603%

WAWashington

2993%

OHOhio

2682%

NJNew Jersey

2442%

NCNorth Carolina

2142%

NVNevada

2112%

MNMinnesota

2062%

UTUtah

2032%

CO188

IN181

OR169

MI166

TN159

OK154

WI135

NH120

CT106

RI95

MA89

NM89

NE77

KY77

ME70

HI65

VA64

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2015.

2015 Volkswagen Jetta Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta?

NHTSA shows 5 recall campaigns for the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta?

You'll get between 26 and 44 MPG combined from the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta?

UNKNOWN OR OTHER problems top the list with 193 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.