2016 Volkswagen Jetta recalls

4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

20V648000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.Fuel systemReplacement218KunitsOct 202019V615000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallA build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the…ElectricalFree repair679KunitsAug 201916V403000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallIn the affected vehicles, the fuel rail may detach from the cylinder head and result in a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement55unitsJun 201615V705000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Engine And Engine Cooling recallIn the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.Engine & powertrainSoftware update92KunitsOct 2015