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.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta HybridProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-866 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 24, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Clément Bucco-Lechat, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid has problems
20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
15Power train1 crash/fire/injury
4Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Electrical system
2Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
1Service brakes
1Service brakes, hydraulic
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 15 | 1 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2014 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 · 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.
Best & worst years
2014 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
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
- 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 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating from 7th gear and failed to function as intended. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it…
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with transmission failure and the contact was advised to take the…
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated that while his sister was driving from a complete stop, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was unaware if there were any warning lights illuminated. The contact's sister was able to push the vehicle to the side of the road.…
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