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…
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportwagenProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 34 owner complaints about the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen, most often about the suspension. 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 May 13, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen has problems
34 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
10Suspension
5Engine1 crash/fire/injury
5Fuel/propulsion system
5Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
4Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train
2Steering
2Fuel system, diesel
2Vehicle speed control
44 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 10 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2014 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
2014 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
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen safety ratings
2014 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 2014 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 suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Purchased my 2014 Jetta TDI SportWagen DSG used with 60k miles in 2017 from a Subaru dealership. It was purchased at auction by the dealership as reported at auction known to be an unmodified dieselgate vehicle. The dealership performed the modifications to bring it into emissions compliance and…
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal noises. Upon inspection, the contact noticed the coil spring bushing had detached and was on the ground. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was…
Both springs on the rear suspension. The driver side spring broke in half. The pax side broke in two locations. Vehicle only has 65,000 miles.
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