NHTSA safety recalls
2018 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.
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These campaigns cover the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.
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20V648000Fuel System, Gasoline · Fuel Injection System · Fuel Rail
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The riskA fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The fix — freeVolkswagen 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.
What was foundVolkswagen 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.
20V648000 at NHTSA20E064000Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Foundation Components · Master Cylinder
If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The riskIf there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix — freeBeck/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.
What was foundTenneco 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.
20E064000 at NHTSA19V615000Electrical System · Ignition · Anti-theft · Control Module
Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may…
The riskRemoving 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.
The fix — freeVolkswagen 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.
What was foundVolkswagen 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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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.
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