Volkswagen Jetta 2022 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Volkswagen Jetta 2022 and 43 complaints filed by owners. It has 64% 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.
Own or buying a Volkswagen Jetta 2022? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Volkswagen Jetta 2022
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 22V514000 · 2022-07-20
What happens
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
43 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
1 with a crash
Most reported problems on the Volkswagen Jetta 2022
- Engine: 12 (28% of complaints)
- Brakes: 12 (28% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 10 (23% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 9 (21% of complaints)
- Steering: 7 (16% of complaints)
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 2022
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Volkswagen Jetta recalls by year
- 2016 : 4 recalls · 161 complaints
- 2017 : 6 recalls · 159 complaints
- 2018 : 2 recalls · 31 complaints
- 2019 : 11 recalls · 549 complaints
- 2020 : 6 recalls · 53 complaints
- 2021 : 4 recalls · 69 complaints
- 2022 : 1 recalls · 43 complaints
- 2023 : 0 recalls · 43 complaints
- 2024 : 0 recalls · 44 complaints
- 2025 : 2 recalls · 29 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Jetta 2022 have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Volkswagen Jetta 2022. 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 2022?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: engine (12 of 43 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).