repaired · 2023 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A decrease in transmission oil pressure can cause the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Volkswagen Jetta HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 79 owner complaints about the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, most often about the power train. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-679 the manufacturer reports only 18% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 29, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: awduthie (Andrew Duthie), CC BY-SA 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid has problems
79 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
57Power train
14Engine
9Electrical system
8Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
5Vehicle speed control
4Fuel/propulsion system
3Air bags
1Hybrid propulsion system
1Steering
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 57 | 0 |
| Engine | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 0 |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Unknown or other
Risk. If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Power train
Risk. This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volkswagen.
Mileage at failure
When do power train problems start?
80kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 49 power train complaints. 69% were reported before 100,000 miles.
7under 30k miles34under 100k miles15100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Jetta Hybrid year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Jetta Hybrid median. How we score
'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
- Clockspring failureNo recall
- Air Bag Clockspring FailureLed to recall 15V-483
In owners' words
What Jetta Hybrid owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 25MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact attempted to shift into another gear however, the vehicle failed to respond. The driver pulled to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact was…
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and hesitate. The contact stated that the transmission and hybrid warning lights and several other warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over and…
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power after the clutch disengaged. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was…
Own a 2013 Jetta Hybrid?
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