2012 Volkswagen Jetta Problems and Repair Histories
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2012 Volkswagen Jettas for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2012 Volkswagen Jetta problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta problems and repair histories that follow it.
Volkswagen Jetta Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2012 | Volkswagen Jetta | 46 Jettas, 8.2 months of data per Jetta, average 9400 miles Most problems reported are rattles. For some reason far more of these are being reported than for the 2011.54 |
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2012 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 10500 | 0 | Got a Check Engine Light, pulled codes indicated low fuel pressure. Dealer replaced High Pressure Fuel Pump which fixed the problem. Covered by warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 15000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | 0 | The bluetooth audio stopped working. Whenever I tried to adjust the volume the radio would shut off if streaming bluetooth. |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 2000 | 0 | Rattle in door panel at side view mirror control. Foam was put in place and one week later rattle returned worse. alignment off center since new. An alignment was attempted with in specs but, off center not resolved. second attempt on door buzzing/rattling.. found to be the window switches. |
| Apr | 2012 | 2700 | 0 | Oil leaking from under vehicle... had both oil pans replaced under warranty. attempt number two on alignment with still no success. The dealership tried to even modulate with different tire pressures on different wheels. No success. Window switches replaced in driver door and eliminated ratte. But, in doing so the door card was damaged to get the window switches in. So time for another shop trip. |
| May | 2012 | 3300 | 0 | after attempt at fixing oil leak by replacing oil pans... the rear main seal was determined to be faulty/leaking. third attempt at alignment. Still no luck. Same old tricks attempted by dealership. Won't bother anymore just will pay for a tire shop of repute to do alignment when new tires are due. |
| Mar | 2013 | 10000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 6700 | 0 | AC Compressor Failed. Dealer replaced compressor per VWoA AC system. Fan cut through wire harness. Dealer replaced harness and installed clips to prevent reoccurance. |
| Nov | 2012 | 12500 | 0 | AC button sticking A/C button sticking, replacement installed and same issue occured with new part. Dealer had to reorder part and schedule another repair. Final trip to repair/replace sticking A/C button. New button working as expected. |
| Mar | 2013 | 18000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 7000 | 0 | CEL went on and car went into "limp" mode while driving. Went to dealer and problem was gone. Next day, same problem. After much troubleshooting, high pressure fuel pump was replaced. |
| Sep | 2012 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 2000 | 0 | Another sensor light came on then the Check engine light came on. The dealer had to order the parts. I had to take the car twice to the Dealer. Also I took my car in for the 10,000 mile service. I did not get a repair ticket. |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 14300 | 0 | Frozen intercooler. Replaced with updated intercooler design. |
| Mar | 2013 | 21000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Nova Scotia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 3460 | 0 | Squeak on left side of driver seat. (Leather rubbing against plastic trim piece.) Rear view mirror came out of socket. |
| Jul | 2012 | 4960 | 0 | Airbag light came on and stayed on. Dealer did reset as they could not identify problem. Next day, light came on again. After second visit to dealer it was diagnosed to replace driver side curtain airbag . |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 1000 | 0 | Passenger Door Rattles Passenger Door Rattle, more foam and connectors added. Center Console (floor area) rattles, sends noise through dash. Subwoofer Rattle, TSB/Recall Issue |
| Feb | 2012 | 2000 | 0 | Center Console Again, still unable to fix. Center Console Rattle again, this time they removed console, and found witness marks made by a metal clamp. placed foam tape on plastic and metal parts, plus lubed shifter and brake lever. Success! car is rattle free! |
| Nov | 2012 | 11000 | 0 | Rattle in Drivers Door, Found to be broken spot weld on crossmember, was sent to body shop and had to be rewelded. A/C Switch would stick. Dealer replaced the whole Climate Control Panel. |
| May | 2013 | 16000 | 0 | Sunroof Shade was rattling. Dealer had to replace guides via a "repair kit". |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | Fixed annoying sub rattle in the rear deck. (this took many hours to fix because it required disassembly of the rear deck) |
| Mar | 2013 | 29000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 1000 | 0 | Check Engine light came on, I took the car to the dealer as it was under warranty, The light was on due to an oxygen sensor failure. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Wiring harness for air sensors needed to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 6000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | Rattle in door |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 0 | Described as moisture underneath the clear coat on drivers side door. | |
| Mar | 2013 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Nova Scotia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 3480 | 0 | EGR valve failure. Amber engine light came on. |
| Dec | 2012 | 5580 | 0 | Had a problem with the fuel gauge to register full upon fill up. After the first visit to dealer it was concluded that they needed to replace the fuel tank. Once completed the fuel gauge now registers full instead of 3/4 full. |
| Mar | 2013 | 8060 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 6700 | 0 | Interior Door Handle trim not aligned |
| Mar | 2013 | 22000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr Sedan
170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Jetta in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 8000 | 75 | Windshield Wiper Motor Replaced |
| Apr | 2013 | 11000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 11000 | 0 | Horn stopped working intermittently, service center indicated numerous fault codes. Replaced horn and is working again. |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 4000 | 0 | Headlights take 1 to 5 minutes to turn on. |
| Feb | 2013 | 4000 | 0 | Severe rattle in passenger door when listening to music. |
| Mar | 2013 | 4000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Jetta in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 0 | Engine had a blown valve cover at 300 miles (probably installed incorrectly from factory)... No engine oil in car, needed to tow a brand new vehicle to dealership and have it replaced. | |
| Nov | 2012 | 1000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel automated manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Jetta in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 8000 | 0 | Shudder on accel from a stop, lurching and bucking in 2nd gear at steady 15 to 17 mph, clunk-pop noise when transmission downshifts 2-1 such as when braking gently. TSB noted, reflashed TCM. This repair attempt did not fix problems. |
| Apr | 2013 | 23000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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