repaired · 2018 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle…
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportwagenProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 36 owner complaints about the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 16V-078 the manufacturer reports only 59% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 13, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen has problems
36 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Fuel/propulsion system
6Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
5Engine
4Power train
3Suspension
2Steering
2Fuel system, diesel
1Service brakes
77 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 7 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen 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.
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
2013 vs. every other Jetta Sportwagen 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 Sportwagen median. How we score
'08'09'10'11'12'13'14
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen safety ratings
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen SW FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (12.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen, and the recalls they led to.
- Clockspring failureNo recall
- Air Bag Clockspring FailureNo recall
In owners' words
What Jetta Sportwagen owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My Bosch CP4 fuel pump failed causing my engine to stall while turning at a very busy/fast intersection. This can occur at speed without any warning of sudden failure, putting everyone on the road at risk. Fault code P0087 and P0191 were present, along with a flashing glow plug. Following EA No.:…
Twice since hitting 50k miles, my high pressure fuel pump has failed, resulting in complete and sudden loss of power midst driving. VW says that it is a warranty issue, but, has no real guidance or promise that it will be fixed. I DO NOT feel comfortable driving the vehicle until we know WHY this…
Loss of sudden fuel pressure, Loss of Acceleration,Car shut off while driving.Car would not start again Vehicle unsafe to drive.Check engine light on Glow plug light on.P0087 code low fuel pressure caused by Catastrophic fuel pump Failure Fuel pump fails on these Diesel vehicles requiring to have…
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