2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Above average

Owners filed 889 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the fuel system. It has been recalled 7 times.

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When it fails
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60,200 milesMedian miles at failure

808 complaints record an odometer reading. Failures cluster around 60,000–75,000 miles.

Most common 2009 Volkswagen Jetta problems

186 of the 889 complaints (21%) are about the fuel system.

ComponentReportsCrashesFiresInjuries
Fuel System, Diesel · fuel system158
020
Service Brakes · brakes147
811
Fuel/Propulsion System · fuel and propulsion system78
000
Engine70
020
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · transmission63
100
Electrical System56
112
Power Train · transmission43
101
Air Bags · airbags32
13113
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · brakes31
200
Electronic Stability Control (esc) · stability control27
000

2009 Volkswagen Jetta fuel system problems

21% of all complaints

186 of the 889 complaints are about the fuel system. This is what owners describe:

  • stalls44% · 82
  • sets off warning lights on the dash30% · 55
  • loses power26% · 48
  • turns on the check engine light15% · 27
  • will not start14% · 26
  • hesitates before moving or accelerating4% · 7

Share of the 186 fuel system complaints whose text describes each symptom. One complaint can describe several.

Typical mileage
48,166 mi
median of 182 reports
Peak year of filing
2011
68 fuel system complaints that year
Crashes · fires · injuries
0 · 2 · 0
in these complaints
Recalls on the fuel system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the failure was related to the fuel system. The vehicle was repaired. That the high compression fuel pump needed to be replaced.”
Owner complaint, filed Nov 4, 2015 at 60,000 miles
“My vw jetta tdi 2009 stalled in traffic in dec. 2010, it was only a year old with 23,000 miles. The dealer said I must have put reg. Gas and not diesel. I said I had receipts and he could test it to prove I hadn't. The damage was $8,000 for a new fuel system including tank. It was called a high pressure fuel pump malfunction with fuel system contamination.”
Owner complaint, filed Aug 24, 2014 at 23,907 miles

Complaints and recalls over time

By year of filing
2008: 1 complaints, 0 about the fuel system'082009: 78 complaints, 2 about the fuel system2010: 95 complaints, 45 about the fuel system'102011: 119 complaints, 68 about the fuel system2012: 87 complaints, 31 about the fuel system'122013: 79 complaints, 16 about the fuel system2014: 94 complaints, 21 about the fuel system'142015: 73 complaints, 3 about the fuel system2016: 46 complaints, 0 about the fuel system'162017: 61 complaints, 0 about the fuel system2018: 42 complaints, 0 about the fuel system'182019: 50 complaints, 0 about the fuel system2020: 19 complaints, 0 about the fuel system'202021: 15 complaints, 0 about the fuel system2022: 11 complaints, 0 about the fuel system'222023: 7 complaints, 0 about the fuel system2024: 6 complaints, 0 about the fuel system'242025: 3 complaints, 0 about the fuel system2026: 3 complaints, 0 about the fuel system'26Recall 09V164000 (transmission)Recall 09V333000 (transmission)Recall 10V621000 (fuel system)Recall 11V490000 (fuel system)Recall 16V913000 (stability control)Recall 19V679000 (unknown or other)Recall 20E064000 (brakes)NHTSA investigation EA18003NHTSA investigation PE11023NHTSA investigation PE10034
All complaintsAbout the fuel systemRecall (red: the fuel system)NHTSA investigation opened

Complaints about the 2009 Jetta peaked in 2011, with 119 filed that year. Owners had filed 45 complaints about the fuel system before the first recall that covers it, 10V621000 in December 2010; 141 more have come in since. In 2026 owners filed 3 so far.

7 safety recalls

Part 573 reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder20E064000
Filed Sep 23, 202038 vehiclesTenneco Automotive

Defect. 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.

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

Remedy. Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.

Unknown or Other19V679000
Filed Sep 25, 2019113 vehiclesVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Defect. 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.

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

Remedy. Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)16V913000
Filed Dec 20, 2016135,683 vehiclesVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Defect. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control.

Risk. A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy. Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

Fuel System, Diesel11V490000
Filed Oct 3, 2011168,275 vehiclesVolkswagen of America, Inc

Defect. VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 AUDI A3 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L TDI COMMON RAIL DIESEL ENGINE/CLEAN DIESEL ENGINE. THE FUEL INJECTION PULSES COULD COINCIDE WITH THE NATURAL FREQUENCY OF THE INJECTOR LINE #2, IN SPECIFIC LOAD AND RPM CONDITIONS. THIS RESONANCE CREATES ADDITIONAL STRESS IN THE FUEL LINE.

Risk. DUE TO THE RESONANCE CONDITION, INJECTOR LINE NUMBER 2 COULD DEVELOP SMALL CRACKS WHICH COULD LEAD TO FUEL LEAKAGE. LEAKING FUEL IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY LEAD TO A FIRE.

Remedy. VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL INJECTOR LINE FOR THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES AND WILL INSTALL VIBRATION DAMPERS ON ALL OF THE INJECTOR LINES. VOLKSWAGEN AND AUDI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO HAVE THE VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings10V621000
Filed Dec 10, 2010228,236 vehiclesVolkswagen of America, Inc

Defect. VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 JETTA, NEW BEETLE, NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, MODEL YEAR 2009 JETTA SPORTWAGEN AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 RABBIT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES. THE JETTA, JETTA SPORTWAGEN, AND RABBIT VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST AN UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE NEW BEETLE AND THE NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FASTENING CLAMP ON A HYDRAULIC HOSE OF THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM THAT MAY BE LOCATED IN AN IMPROPER POSITION WHICH COULD CAUSE CHAFING AGAINST AN UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE.

Risk. IF CHAFING OCCURS, THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR A FUEL LEAK TO DEVELOP. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy. DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL LINE. ADDITIONALLY, DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE MODEL, DEALERS WILL EITHER REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR, OR INSPECT THE POSITION OF THE FASTENING CLAMP AND ADJUST THE RELATED FASTENING CLAMP INTO THE CORRECT POSITION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Power Train › Automatic Transmission09V333000
Filed Aug 20, 200916,000 vehiclesVolkswagen of America, Inc

Defect. VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 2008 AND AUGUST 2009. THE WIRING HARNESS OF A TEMPERATURE SENSOR IN THE DIRECT SHIFT GEARBOX (DSG) MAY HAVE CONNECTOR WIRES THAT WERE INSUFFICIENTLY CRIMPED. WITH INSUFFICIENTLY CRIMPED CONNECTOR WIRES, A TEMPERATURE SENSOR HAS THE POTENTIAL TO FALSELY DETECT A HIGH GEARBOX OIL TEMPERATURE, CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO ABRUPTLY SHIFT TO NEUTRAL. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE SELECTOR LEVER POSITION INDICATOR WITHIN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL FLASH. IN ADDITION, THE "DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL" INDICATOR LIGHT WILL BE ILLUMINATED, ALERTING THE DRIVER TO APPLY THE BRAKES.

Risk. THE ABRUPT SHIFT TO NEUTRAL COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy. VOLKSWAGEN WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE WITH UPDATED SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft09V164000
Filed May 19, 200925,594 vehiclesVolkswagen of America, Inc

Defect. VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 25,594 MY 2006-2009 JETTA 5TH GENERATION EQUIPPED WITH 2.01 ENGINE. THE FASTENING SCREW CONTACT SURFACES ON THE DRIVESHAFT COVER PLATE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. SOME SCREWS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED PROPERLY DURING ASSEMBLY AND COULD LOOSEN OVER TIME, CAUSING A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THE DRIVESHAFT SCREWS COULD LOOSEN TO THE POINT WHERE THE DRIVESHAFT DETACHES FROM THE GEARBOX.

Risk. IF THE VEHICLE IS MOVING WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE DETACHED DRIVESHAFT COULD CAUSE DAMAGE THE GEARBOX HOUSING. A DAMAGE GEARBOX HOUSING COULD LEAK GEARBOX OIL ONTO THE STREET AND CREATE A RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH FOR BOTH THE DRIVER AND OTHER MOTORISTS.

Remedy. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVESHAFT SCREWS AND REPLACE THE SCREWS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

All 7 campaigns on file, newest first.

NHTSA investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Before a recall there is often an investigation: NHTSA opens one when complaints or manufacturer data point to a safety defect. 5 name the 2009 Jetta.

Air Bag Clockspring FailureEngineering analysis EA18003Open
Opened Apr 18, 2018airbags

In August 2015, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) launched Safety Recall 15V-483 to address the loss of the protection provided by the front driver air bag in several models due to the failure of the clockspring.Debris entry into the steering wheel hub can result in contamination and ultimately failure of the clockspring in 2010-2014 Model Year (MY) CC, Passat, Eos, Golf, GTI, Tiguan, Jetta and Jetta Sportwagen models.Contamination of the clockspring can cause the ribbon cable to tear resulting in loss of the electrical connection to the front driver air bag and any steering …

Diesel Fuel Injector Line LeakagePreliminary evaluation PE11023Closed
Opened Aug 2, 2011Closed Dec 2, 2011Led to recall 11V490000fuel system

By letter dated October 3, 2011, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it will conduct a safety recall to address a defect in approximately 168,275 model year (MY) 2009-2012 Volkswagen Jetta, Jetta Sportwagen, Golf, and Audi A3 vehicles equipped with the 2.0L TDI Common Rail Clean Diesel engine (NHTSA Recall No. 11V-490).The recalled Jetta and Jetta Sportwagen vehicles were built from May 2008 through September 2011, the Golf vehicles were built from May 2009 through September 2011, and the Audi A3 vehicles were built …

High-Pressure Fuel Pump FailureEngineering analysis EA11003Closed
Opened Feb 7, 2011Closed Mar 27, 2015fuel system

The Office of Defects Investgation (ODI) opened EA11-003 on February 7, 2011, based on 160 complaints to ODI and Volkswagen involving high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failures in model year (MY) 2009 through 2010 Volkswagen Jetta and Golf and Audi A3 TDI vehicles and questions regarding fuel sample results provided by Volkswagen as part of its response to PE10-034.During EA11-003, ODI analyzed design information, field experience and test data for MY 2009 through 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, Golf and Touareg and Audi A3 and Q7 vehicles equipped with TDI engines. Volkswagen has not identified any …

High Pressure Fuel Pump Failure (HPFP)Preliminary evaluation PE10034Closed
Opened Aug 26, 2010Closed Feb 8, 2011fuel system

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) and Volkswagen (VW) have received a total of 160 complaints and field reports alleging incidents of engine stall and/or loss of power that appear to be related to high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failures in certain model year (MY) 2009 through 2010 Volkswagen Jetta and MY 2010 Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3 vehicles equipped with TDI clean diesel engines.Approximately half of the reports indicate that the failure resulted in an engine stall incident, with many of these alleging stall incidents at highway speeds in traffic with no restart.There has been …

VEHICLE STALL/LOSS MOTIVE POWERPreliminary evaluation PE09035Closed
Opened Jul 17, 2009Closed Nov 19, 2009Led to recall 09V333000transmission

The subject vehicles are equipped with direct shift gearbox (dsg) transmissions, which feature a 6-speed automatic gearbox with two wet running clutches (dual clutch) in which the clutch mechanism and gear changes are electrohydraulically operated by a mechatronic control unit.the dsg mechatronic controller includes extensive self diagnostic functions and strategies to ensure safe operation and prevent system/component damage in the event of component failures or harsh operating conditions.the basic hierarchy of fault modes includes some that only result in the storage of a diagnostic trouble …

Technical service bulletins

1,058 on file

Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2009 Jetta. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.

engine 293equipment 274electrical system 153fuel system 85transmission 80body and frame 26visibility 18headlights 15
Turbocharger FAQWarranty extensionSep 15, 2025transmission

This supporting FAQ is for the Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension Class Action Settlement. This extension includes 2008-2015 GTI and Golf R*, 2012-2013 VW Beetle*, 2009 VW Jetta SportWagen*, 2013 VW Jetta Sedan and GLI*, 2009-2016 VW Eos*, 2008-2010 VW Passat*, 2009-2017 VW CC*, 2009-2018 VW Tiguan*, Certain model year 2015-2018 VW Golf*, 2015-2021 VW …

CustomerLetterBWarranty extensionApr 23, 2021engine

Warranty Extension for Intake Manifold & Fuel Injectors Certain 2008-2011

VWP-19-08Warranty extensionDec 2, 2019engine

This Document informs dealers on the the new Water Pump Limited Warranty Extension

Water Pump FAQWarranty extensionDec 2, 2019equipment

This Document informs dealers on the the Frequently Asked Questions for the new Water Pump Limited Warranty Extension

V001713203384619Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 15, 2023fuel system

Gasoline fuel additive

VW_TDI_BuybackService Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 28, 2022fuel system

Evaluate TDI vehicle for repurchase prior to repairs

V011615201481514Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 15, 2022fuel system

Gasoline quality.

VIN4APIN20220124Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 24, 2022fuel system

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P053F in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states blower stays on Any TDI within the vehicle/MY range

V011615201481513Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJun 21, 2021fuel system

VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.

CustomerLetterService Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 23, 2021fuel system

2009-2015 Model Year Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Vehicles Registered in Minnesota

Showing the newest 6 of 85 bulletins about the fuel system, and any warranty extensions or service campaigns.

What owners reported

Newest filings
Engine
Filed Oct 8, 2026NV

I am reporting an unsafe vehicle release and failed recall remedy by Findlay Volkswagen Henderson regarding NHTSA Campaign Number 16V913000 (Volkswagen Campaign 45F2) on my 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The dealership closed out the safety recall on October 7, 2026, via Invoice #485977, claiming the repair was finalized. However, their paperwork is explicitly non-compliant. Page 1 bills out an outdated, uncorrected factory part number (1K0-907-375-AH), completely violating the 45F2 safety protocol which mandates upgraded replacement modules 1K0-907-375-AP or 1K0-907-375-AN. Furthermore, Page 2 text contains the technician's actual notes stating he only did a temporary module reset to force a signal and explicitly writes: "CONTINUED WITH RECALL AND FOUND MODULE REQUIRES REPLACEMENT." Due to this uncompleted safety recall repair and use of non-compliant hardware, the ABS module suffered a complete network communication crash immediately upon leaving the dealership lot. This sudden network failure cut off critical speed sensor data to the vehicle’s transmission, instantly dropping the vehicle into an automatic transmission 'Limp Mode' while driving on public roads. The transmission locked into a single safety gear and refused to shift, causing a severe, sudden loss of vehicle acceleration and creating an immediate traffic hazard. When contacted immediately at 5:30 PM, the dealership refused to tow the vehicle to correct their failed recall remedy and demanded I pay an out-of-pocket dia

Service Brakes
Filed Apr 6, 2026FL

The vehicle experienced a complete loss of communication with the ABS control module, resulting in multiple warning lights and loss of ABS and related safety systems. The failure is consistent with Volkswagen Recall 45F2, which describes internal ground and solder failures in the ABS module. Prior to total failure, the vehicle exhibited intermittent warning lights and an ABS fault code (01130 – Implausible Signal) in 2021 but was told the car was not under recall by dealer. After the condition progressed, the module became non-communicative and no longer generated fault codes. This is consistent with internal failure preventing communication. The failure affects braking-related safety systems, including ABS and stability control, and creates a potential safety risk, particularly during emergency braking or low-traction conditions. The condition has been confirmed by both a Volkswagen dealership and an independent Volkswagen/Audi specialist. A dealership diagnosis in 2025 once again confirmed that the ABS pump and module had no communication and required full replacement. Independent electrical testing verified that all external wiring, power, and ground inputs were functioning properly, indicating the failure is internal to the ABS module. Despite this, the manufacturer denied recall repair based on the absence of diagnostic fault codes. However, the lack of communication prevents the module from generating fault codes, creating a situation where complete failure does not qua

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Mar 18, 2026177,000 milesMA

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, there was a burning odor coming from outside the vehicle, and the odometer was inoperable. The ABS, Brake, DRL, and EPC warning lights were illuminated. During the failure, the vehicle drove like the parking brake was engaged. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, while driving and experiencing the failures, the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, and the contact exited the vehicle, and observed smoke coming from all four wheels. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cylinder to the ABS module had failed to communicate with the computer and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired, but the contact was made aware of an associated recall. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed, and determined that the ABS module was inoperable and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 177,000.

Engine
Filed Aug 25, 202586,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stopped driving the vehicle due to safety concerns. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

Service Brakes
Filed Jun 29, 2025CA

ABS module

Service Brakes
Filed Jan 16, 2025NJ

Break fluid is leaking from abs cylinder and breaks are too soft to apply

Unknown or Other
Filed Dec 1, 2024OK

I purchased it unknown condition Accident History Damage Report - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - [xxx] Accident or Damage Reported Vehicle Damage Reported Right Side Damage or Repair Reported Damage or Repair to Bumper Reported Damage or Repair to Hood Reported Damage or Repair to Radiator Reported Damage or Repair to Grille Reported Damage or Repair to Fender Reported INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Nov 27, 2024157,000 milesNC

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that ABS and the ESC warning lights illuminated intermittently. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module needed to be replaced; however, the dealer informed the contact that the manufacturer had denied the recall repair coverage due to lack of communication between the computer and the ABS module. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 157,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Air Bags
Filed Aug 2, 2024IL

Since there has been ongoing investigation on airbags, thought to report the issue related to this. For some reason, the airbag yellow warning light came up for no reason on my dashboard. It came up months ago and never has'nt gone away. Was wondering this is part of the airbag recall debate that has been reported in the media

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Jul 16, 2024115,000 milesOH

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC)) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the ABS warning chime was activated, and the warning light had illuminated on the instrument panel along with several other unknown warning lights. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was taken to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the dealer attempted to charge for the ABS module replacement despite the recall campaign stating that the ABS module should be replaced. The dealer stated that because the ABS had not experienced a failure, there would be a cost out-of-pocket to replace the ABS module. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 115,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Service Brakes
Filed Mar 27, 2024FL

I received a letter stating there was a ABS Control module Software. My abs lights came on. I took it to Volkswagen to have them do the recall. They said it’s the ABs control module and pump and it isn’t part of the recall. So they didn’t do any part of the recall, they just closed out the recall and she said it’s a Volkswagen problem. This was the Volkswagen service department that said this. My daughter almost wrecked the day this happened because it was raining. She is 16.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Mar 25, 2024182,000 milesOH

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake pads made grinding sounds. The brake pedal went to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The ABS, traction control, and brake warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the speedometer was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) which was associated with the VIN. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, who performed the recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) by updating the ABS control module software; however, the failure recurred. The dealer informed the contact that the ABS module required replacement but that the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 182,000.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Filed Oct 17, 2023228,255 milesCA

The contact’s daughter owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that on several occasions while her daughter was driving at undisclosed speeds, several unknown warning lights intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the ABS had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control). The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS control module software needed to be updated and the ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that she would be responsible for the cost of the repair. No additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 228,255.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Sep 14, 202374,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light, EPC warning light, and power steering warning light illuminated. The contact mentioned that the EPC warning light and power steering warning lights illuminated intermittently; however, the ABS warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, the transmission failed to shift as needed, and the speedometer failed to function properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control). The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that they were unable to diagnose the vehicle due to other warning lights being illuminated, not just the ABS warning light. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.

Service Brakes
Filed Jul 6, 2023PA

I got the car off of some guy for 1600 dollars and I put a lot of money into and I have lights on the dash still on and the ecs is one and my steering wheel light is on as will.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Filed Jul 5, 2023123,000 milesPA

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the ABS and ESC warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was experiencing the failure listed in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the failure that the was experiencing was not related to the recall because the computer was not able to communicate with the ABS module. The contact was referred the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 123,000.

Air Bags
Filed Apr 5, 2023MA

The airbag warning light (yellow) on the driver seat side comes up for no reason

Service Brakes
Filed Feb 16, 2023CA

ABS Control Module Software Failure: Risks-- Reduced braking power, longer stopping distance, sudden unexpected braking, increased baking effort required, locking wheels. Yes. Confirmed by independent service center. Faulty ABS control module assembly. No. Has not been inspected by the manufacturer. Yes. Instrument panel flashing brake light. ABS malfunction in anti-lock brake system. ESP or ASR malfunctioning or switched off. Previously ABS Recall repair 45F2 May 2017, failure again 01/23/23

Service Brakes
Filed Feb 3, 2023UT

ABS Module Assembly all packet, It turns that this kind of vehicles are controling the power Steering, anti skid braking system, brake lights, ABS, Skid lights come ON and the Steering also come ON it is scanned and remove the codes once and seemed to work for a day or two and down again, goes back to scan and now me and the mechanic test drive it together and found that the Main ABS modulator is not connecting and goes on and of the scanner where it carries a faulty communication among its components and causing all this disconfort? problem herein is that it is hard to tell when will it do it again or why is it failing? and causing all kind of problem with lgihts blinking all the time? but the biggest problem here is: that I am not the only one complaning about it, there is many people complaning about the problem! more that I expected, and seems like they do not know about making a report it is exact same problem! and reason they are not fixing it is: becasue it is to costly, It runs an apparent $2,000.00 dollars to get parts and labor? this is indeed a recall issue that must be absorbed by manufacturer.Please help us get it done I stopped the car since it acted with all this lights september is when I started to feel the disconfort but November when I had all set of lights come ON where as I mentioned, we clear the codes, "Mechanic" and runs for few days and back again. Nope there has not been a crash and I hope I don not get in one I rather stop vehicle especialy on this

Service Brakes
Filed Dec 28, 2022MA

This vehicle was purchased 11/2016 from a dealer/mechanic. He bought it at auction, reconstructed it and got the approvals to return it to full operation from the Massachusetts DOT. The title showed 'reconstructed' and 'prior collision'. Volkswagen notified us of Safety Recal 45F2 in 2017 - ABS control module - and we had the recall performed at Colonial VW in Westborough Mass in 2017. There is an extended warranty VWP-17-03 on vehicles repaired by Safety Recall 45F2. The car's ABS light illuminated and the dealership ran a diagnostic which ran code 16352 - control module faulty static. VW is telling the dealership that they will not honor the warranty because the car is a total loss. It is NOT a total loss, it has not been in an accident since it was reconstructed before we purchased it six years ago. I called VW and they said they won't cover it because it's a mechanical issue not a software issue but that's also not true. I see technical bulletin's online that say if Fault Code 01130 and or 16352 appear that warranty should apply, but they are not honoring their own warranty

Service Brakes
Filed Oct 25, 2022CA

I was driving my car down at residential area and it came to a complete stop on its own I could not get it to accelerate it all I had to get out of my car pop the hood disconnect the battery and then I was able to put in a drive and accelerate all the lights are flashing on the control panel I had no control over my car whatsoever I took it into Tracy Volkswagen and they said they couldn't diagnose it because it wasn't connecting to my computer in my car. Tracy said the control module for the ABS didn't work and they couldn't replace it for me until the headquarters approved it or something about the recall didn't include the control module I can't afford to fix this it's all ABS connected that's what the safety call is for safety.

Air Bags
Filed Sep 16, 2022TX

The airbag light indicator is on and the car is 2009 which is more than 10 years old however it is under 120k miles original warranty as it is currently at 97k miles and I have contacted Volkswagen and nothing they could do or helped me. Dealerships want to charge me diagnostic fees which was ridiculous. the dealership scanned the code but did not went further without the additional fee.

Power Train
Filed May 13, 2022125,000 milesGA

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the gear shift indicator started blinking on and off. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact parked on the side of the road and restarted the vehicle to reboot the gear shift indicator lights. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Service Brakes
Filed Apr 1, 2022TN

A recall was issued for the ABS software upgrade which my car was updated in 2017. That is within the 10 year timeframe. Since then, my abs light has went on and off. We kept resetting as advised by Sisk Automotive in Hopkinsville, Ky (not a VW dealer). Wyatt Johnson in Clarksville, Tn completed the recall in 2017. In Feb 2022, the abs has failed creating ECP fault and almost every light on the dash is now on. I believe the abs should have been replaced in 2017 and the dealer just put a quick fix to say the recall was complete. I need help fixing my unsafe car that VW failed to fix in the original recall.

Exterior Lighting
Filed Mar 31, 2022355,000 milesNC

The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that the headlights and the turn signal lights had failed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring was damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not provide any assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 355,000.

Steering
Filed Mar 27, 2022AZ

About 5-6 times my steering locked up as I was mid turn but thankfully only for a second or two but a few of those times I was traveling at a high rate of speed on the highway in the center lane with cars on either side of me. Another time I was turning onto the highway and trying to beat the long line of cars that just got a green light and as I was mid turn my steering locked up and I fishtailed into the center lane almost into oncoming traffic. Had I been a more inexperienced driver neither of those times would have ended well.

Service Brakes
Filed Feb 19, 2022NV

Abs light on(yellow) with flashing break light (red) code 16352

Engine
Filed Feb 15, 2022ME

I brought my car to the dealership not even 2 years ago. They said they fixed my ABS moduler and the EPC updated the software and replaced the ABS moduler if they did then why is my car shutting down and causing me trouble and having issues. I just need this car fixed the correct way. They didnt fix it due to the way they went about it. I need my car fix due to my 8 year old daughter I take yo school and also taking my fiance to PT due to a terrible accident. I need answer or someone to answer why my car is acting up if they fixed it.. Thank You Dawn

Service Brakes
Filed Jan 5, 2022NV

A recall for ABS module for my car was issued, the dealer performed a software update but the unit has since failed in wet conditions and is unsafe and needs to be replaced but my understanding is that the software update fulfills there obligation to the recall. I do not think the software is sufficient as it has still failed

Electrical System
Filed Jan 3, 2022ME

My car been fine and went to take my daughter to school and shut the car off and get back in to go home and wouldn't start and the Abs light came on and Check Engine light as well. I am concerned because I think since I have done the ABS no longer then 2 years. I feel like there is a problem and dont think VW fix it the first time when I took it in.. My fiance had a terrible accident 12 month ago and no income and I dont know how we are going to fix it if we have too thats what I am worried about as well.. Thank you, Dawn

Service Brakes
Filed Dec 26, 2021PA

As I was coming to an immediate stop, due to a deer jumping out in front of me, the car/ brake pedal shuddered and I had to perform an emergency braking procedure by swerving onto the shoulder of the road. Thankfully no one was injured, including the deer, however, my nerves were frayed, as had this been in the snow or any other adverse conditions, what would have been the outcome then? Immediately after this happened the ABS light and flashing brake light appeared on the dash. I have used a scan tool to diagnose the issue to which the code #01130 (ABS Operation Implausible Signal). Through research online- forums it has come to my attention that this is a very common VW issue to the point that the NHTSA has requested/ mandated that a recall should be issued- www.automotive-fleet.com (January 7, 2017). When I went to the VW recall site and plugged in my VIN no recalls were listed?? I will be taking my car to the dealer tomorrow, as I am a one car household and need my '09 Sportwagen for daily transportation to and from work, I am hoping that they will honor the replacement of this faulty safety device.

Engine
Filed Oct 5, 2021AL

I was driving in Clio alabama on state highway 10, when all of a sudden the EPC light came on my 2009 Volkswagen jetta s 2.5 5cyl..... about 2 miles later down the road; the engine cuts off unexpectedly while I am going 62mph down the highway, with an 18 wheeler directly behind me at the same speed. The car just quits, won't do anything, so I swerved over the side the road so I wouldn't get hit by the 18wheeler and tried to restart the car and it wouldn't do anything. I've had to tow it back to my home and I've had multiple mechanics look at it and try to discover the problem but every time they hook up a diagnostic scanner , and it throws a code, I've purchased the parts that shouldve fixed said dtc code, and rescan the car and that fault code will be gone but there'll be a new one each and every time. . It is costing too much to continue to fix it . It will turn over but it will NOT crank up. I don't know what else to do about it but something is just not right about this issue so I am reporting it as a safety issue because the total loss of power near about caused me to get hit by an 18wheeler at very high speeds and could've been killed. And it's also some type of an electrical issue and I am reporting it to hopefully obtain an answer to the issue, help repairing it or replacing it, or Volkswagen to repurchase the car from me and most importantly I'm reporting this so hopefully it will be able to save someone's life one day . Thanks a lot and have a great day .

Air BagsCrash2 injured
Filed Oct 1, 2021WA

1) seat belt did not lock and airbags did not deploy. Available for requested inspection. 2) injured driver & passenger. Both flew up out of their seats hitting their heads and body on windshield 3) Not yet appointment only available in 2 weeks 4)No 5)police and tow impound company. Still in impound waiting on insurance 6)no

Service Brakes
Filed Aug 28, 2021NY

Update to recently filed incident report over brake system warnings in VW Jetta: VW Service has now replaced ABS module at cost to me of Approx. $2200. The car had been subject to a recall in 2017 for "45F2 - ABS Control Module Software" and update was performed in April 2017 at no cost. But the recent trouble was also ABS-related:. VW of Kingston service stated: "16352 Fault for ABS Control Module faulty - Not related to recall that was done in 2017." I wish to challenge the conclusion that the 2 ABS incidents were unrelated. Additionally, a 2012 incident should be considered in which the vehicle's engine suddenly stopped on highway and could not be restarted. VW said problem was "Car will not start. Cause: No comm to TCM, ECM, Brake Control Unit, J500, J234. Convenience System, and TPMS System. 97105550 Vehicle Elect system ECM replace. . . Remove reinstall." I submit that the 3 incidents in 2014, 2017 and 2021 involving in some way the brake control units are related and should all have been subject to warranty as safety defects.

Steering
Filed Aug 28, 2021CA

This is the third time i've had issues with the power steering briefly failing on this car. The first time, several years ago, it was related to the ABS recall, and it was replaced. It also failed when the alternator was going bad. Now the steering light flashes, it makes a beeping sound and the power steering fails briefly. It's not showing codes. I see from reading the vw TDI forums that this is fairly common problem. It's very frightening and I think there needs to be some kind of backup system on these cars so that the steering doesn't fail, potentially causing a lethal accident, whenever some related sensor goes out. Shouldn't they be completely separate ? Thank you

Service Brakes, Air › Antilock
Filed Aug 13, 2021NY

ABS light, anti-skid light, flashing brake light and audible alarm came on immediately after starting vehicle and do not stop. Had experienced slight but unusual skidding while backing out of parking space on gravel yesterday but car ran ok right after that and then problem started today.

Service Brakes
Filed Jul 30, 2021TX

Abs module failure.

Service Brakes
Filed Jul 26, 2021130,000 milesTX

The contact's friend owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while his friend was driving 50 mph three days after purchasing the vehicle, the ABS, brake and ETC warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that his friend continued to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that his friend was unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired; however, the warning lights remained illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the recall repair for NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) could not be completed on the vehicle until the issues indicated by the warning lights were repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed the assessment by the dealer. A case was opened. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Unknown or Other
Filed May 13, 2021CA

WAS TRYING TO GET THE ABS RECALL FIXED TOOK MY VEHICLE INTO THE VW FOR THE RECALL THEY GAVE ME A QUOTE OF 1543.37 TO REPLACE THE ABS MODULE AND SAID IT WASN'T COVERED. SO I CALLED THEIR 1 800 NUMBER AND THEY BASICALLY SAID THE SAME THING. BUT WHEN I READ YOUR REMEDY IT SAYS TO HELP CORRECT THIS DEFECT, YOUR AUTHORIZED VOLKSWAGEN DEALER WILL UPDATE THE ABS CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE WITH IMPROVED DIAGNOSTIC CAPABILITY TO DETECT INSUFFICIENT PCU GROUND CONNECTION. ABS MODULES WITH INSUFFICIENT GROUND CONNECTIONS WILL BE REPLACED. THE SOFTWARE UPDATE WILL TAKE LESS THAN AN HOUR TO COMPLETE; IF THE ABS MODULE REQUIRES REPLACEMENT, THIS WORK CAN TAKE UP TO A FULL DAY TO COMPLETE. THE RECALL REPAIR WILL BE PERFORMED FOR YOU FREE OF CHARGE. AM I RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS PART SO THAT THEY CAN UPDATE IT PLEASE HELP

Engine
Filed Apr 8, 2021205,000 milesCA

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OF 65MPH, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATED STOP! OIL PRESSURE ENGINE OFF! AND CAR WENT INTO LIMP. WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF EXIT. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED FROM HIGHWAY TO REPAIR SHOP. DIAGNOSED TO BE A FAILURE IN THE HEX DRIVE BIT FROM THE BALANCE SHAFT MODULE TO THE OIL PUMP. ALSO CAUSED TURBOCHARGER FAILURE DUE TO LACK OF OIL FLOW. CAR HAS BEEN MAINTAINED TO REQUIRED SCHEDULE AND HAD NO PRIOR INDICATIONS OF IMMINENT FAILURE.

Service Brakes
Filed Apr 5, 2021120,000 milesCA

THE ABS MODULE HAS FAILED

Service Brakes
Filed Mar 12, 2021124,000 milesIL

MY CAR WAS OPERATING FINE, THEN ONE DAY WHEN STARTING IT ON MY LUNCH BREAK I HEARD THREE LOUD PITCHED BEEPS. UPON STARTING THE CAR MY ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS WERE STEADILY ON WHILE THE BRAKE LIGHT WAS FLASHING. CLEARING THE CODES, THEN DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH THE CODES WOULD SHOW BACK UP. SCANNED IT WITH A VCDS SCANNER, AND IT SHOWS 16352- CONTROL MODULE- ELECTRICAL ERROR

Service Brakes
Filed Mar 1, 2021235,000 milesMI

I HAVE LIGHT COME ON WHEN TURN ON CAR AND ABS LIGHT CCME ON JERK THE CAR WHN MOVE IT ITTO GEAR. THIS DOES ALL THE TIME I SCARED GOIN GET CAR ACCIDENT.

Service Brakes, Air
Filed Feb 3, 2021SC

2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ABS MODULE SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE DID NOT BEGIN TO HAVE ISSUES UNTIL AFTER THE RECALL REPAIR WAS PERFORMED. *JS

Service Brakes
Filed Jan 16, 2021169,000 milesMD

VEHICLE HAD FAULTY ABS BRAKE MODULE, AFTER REPLACING MODULE, THE ERROR STILL EXISTS. BRAKES ARE NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. WHEELS LOCK UP AND THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE STOPPED QUICKLY. ABS, BRAKE, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ARE FLASHING. BEFORE THE ABS MODULE WAS REPLACED, THE SPEEDOMETER AND POWER STEERING WOULD STOP WORKING. AFTER REPLACEMENT, THEY WORK BUT THE ABS SYSTEM STILL MALFUNCTIONS.

Power Train
Filed Dec 29, 2020130,000 milesMS

THE CAR GOES INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING IT & WILL NOT RETURN TO GEAR. MY CAR ENDING UP STOPPING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSTATE! I WAS ALMOST IN A CRASH. THE DEALER REPAIR SAID IT WAS A MECHATRONIC ISSUE. THE RECALL INCLUDES MY YEAR & MODEL BUT SOMEHOW NOT MY CAR? THE DEALER & VW CORP TOLD ME MY VIN SPECIFICALLY WAS NOT PART OF THE TRANSMISSION MECHATRONIC RECALL BUT THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT IS HAPPENING. THE VIN'S NEED TO BE RE-EVALUATED BECAUSE THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. THE CAR JUST COMES OUT OF GEAR & STOPS -- NO WARNING!! NOW I'M STUCK WITH A CAR THAT I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE & CANNOT AFFORD $4K REPAIR (THE DEALER ALSO STATED IT'S A "DEALER ONLY" TYPE OF REPAIR).

Service Brakes
Filed Dec 15, 2020185,000 milesSD

SHORTLY AFTER THE EMISSIONS RECALLS WHERE DONE IN 2019 AT APROX 184,000. AT APPROX 186,000 MILES THE ABS CONTROL MODULE WENT OUT. THE VEHICLE HAS 190,000 MILES AND I HAVE CALLED MY LOCAL VW DEALER AND THEY SAY NO RECALLS FOR THIS. THERE HAS BEEN OVER 136,000 VEHICLES AFFECTED, SO WHY ISNT MINE UNDER A RECALL? I HAD JUST PURCHASED THE VEHILCE.

Service Brakes
Filed Dec 2, 2020162,000 milesFL

ABS LITE STEADY AND BRAKE LITE FLASHING. UPON BRAKING THESE FAULT LITES LIT... HAD DIAGNOSED AT VW CERTIFIED FACILITY... ABS MODULE HAS FAILED.

Service Brakes
Filed Nov 1, 2020120 milesME

I JUST REPLACE THE ABS MODULER JUST ABOUT 6 MONTH AGO AND SEVERAL THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. I SEE THAT MY BREAK LIGHTS IS RED AND SAYING I NEED TO REDO MY BRAKES. I HAVE LOOKED AND THEY TELL ME THERE NO RECALLS. I AM WONDERING IF THE ABS MODULER HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WIRH THE BRAKES. I DID READ THERE A RECALL ON THE WIRING HARNESS AND IT AFFECT YOUR BRAKES AND ITS VERY DANGEROUS. I AM CONCERNED IF SOMEONE COULD GET BACK TO ME ON THIS. IT BE VERY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU.

Engine
Filed Oct 7, 2020100,000 milesCA

THE CARS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND LOST POWER ON THE FREEWAY. I TOOK IT TO GET CHECKED AND A DIAGNOSTIC WAS DONE . I HAD JUST GONE TO THE DEALERSHIP A WEEK BEFORE AND HAD THE BACK BRAKES AND ROTORS REPLACED FOR $500 DOLLARS AND THE OIL CHANGED FOR ANOTHER $100. THEY SAID EVERYTHING WAS FINE.

Complaints 1-50 of 889, newest first, reproduced as filed.

Across model years

Worst on record: 2009
YearComplaintsRecallsFiresDeathsAssessment
20266100Routine
202532200Routine
202446010Routine
202343000Routine
202243100Routine
202171402Fatalities reported
202054600Routine
20195521130Do not drive
201832300Routine
2017160731Fatalities reported
2016162550Routine
2015194810Routine
2014388520Above average
2013518630Above average
2012500860Above average
20116071090Above average
2010852550Above average
2009 — this page889780Above average
2008188640Routine
2007201670Above average
2006580660Above average
20052487140Above average
20042315200High concern
20034574701Fatalities reported
200270277110Fatalities reported
20016687121Fatalities reported
20004395142Fatalities reported
1999349790Above average
1998192380Routine
1997141251Fatalities reported
1996174251Fatalities reported
19952206110Above average
1994117750Routine
199317600Routine
199230430Routine
199131700Routine
199022710Routine

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2009 Volkswagen Jetta: questions buyers ask

Is the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta a good car?

Going by the federal record, it is one of the Jetta years to avoid: owners filed 889 complaints, 4.4 times as many as a typical Jetta year. The most common complaint is about the fuel system (21%).

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?

The fuel system: 186 of the 889 complaints (21%) are about it. Owners most often say it stalls (44%), sets off warning lights on the dash (30%) and loses power (26%). The typical report comes at 48,166 miles.

How many recalls does the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta have?

7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Sep 23, 2020. The largest, 10V621000, covered 228,236 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

At what mileage do 2009 Volkswagen Jetta problems start?

Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 60,200 miles. For the fuel system the midpoint is 48,166 miles.

Has NHTSA investigated the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?

Yes, 5 times. The latest, EA18003 ("Air Bag Clockspring Failure"), was opened Apr 18, 2018 and is still open.

Are there service bulletins for the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta?

The manufacturer filed 1,058 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the engine (293), the electrical system (153) and the fuel system (85). They include a warranty extension, Turbocharger FAQ, filed Sep 15, 2025. A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.

Reading this record

Complaint volume is well above typical for a single model year.

Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.

Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Most recent recall on file: Sep 23, 2020. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.