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Buying a used 2021 Volkswagen Jetta? Check these 4 recalls first
A short recall list. The critical item is airbags that may deploy improperly or unexpectedly, with a related recall for front seats built missing bolts. Two more address backup cameras that can fail or go blank. NHTSA shows 67 unverified owner complaints, and service brakes is the largest category at 25, ahead of electrical at 13, with 3 crashes and 1 injury reported. Brakes are the area owners raise most for this model year.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm the airbag and missing front seat bolt recalls were completed.
- Test the backup camera several times, including from a cold start.
- Test-drive for brake noise, pulsation, or unusually worn pads.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Volkswagen dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Jetta airbags may deploy improperly or unexpectedly | AIR Bags | critical |
| Volkswagen Jetta and Tiguan front seats missing bolts | Seats | high |
| Volkswagen Atlas, Tiguan and Jetta backup camera can fail | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Volkswagen SUVs and sedans: backup camera may go blank | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
67 complaints filed for this model year, including 3 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 1 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 25 | None found |
| Electrical System | 13 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 12 | None found |
| Fuel System | 9 | None found |
| Engine | 5 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 4 | Yes |