2013 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 6 2013 Volkswagen Jetta recalls, newest first
Sep 23, 2020Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Foundation ComponentsTenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 0729831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004 to 2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012 to 2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Risk: If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 0729990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1 800 625 9319.
NHTSA campaign 20E064000 · Tenneco Automotive
Sep 25, 2019Unknown Or OtherVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007 to 2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011 to 2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008 to 2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008 to 2010 and 2012 to 2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008 to 2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Risk: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V329.
NHTSA campaign 19V679000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Aug 22, 2019Electrical System, IgnitionVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 to 2019 GTI, 2015 to 2016 and 2018 to 2019 Golf, 2012 to 2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017 to 2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011 to 2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Aug 4, 2015Air Bags, FrontalVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010 to 2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010 to 2013 Eos, 2011 to 2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012 to 2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear the cable and result in a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.
Risk: A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 822 8987.
NHTSA campaign 15V483000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Oct 20, 2014Suspension, RearVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011 to 2013 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 1, 2010, to November 30, 2012, and 2012 to 2013 Beetle vehicles manufactured March 1, 2011, to July 31, 2013. The durability of the rear trailing arms may be reduced in vehicles whose rear trailing arms have been previously deformed, such as a result of a rear or side rear impact crash.
Risk: The reduced durability of the trailing arm may result in its sudden fracture, possibly causing loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a sheet metal inlay on the rear axle trailing arms designed to prevent a sudden loss of control in the event of trailing arm sudden fracture, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298.
NHTSA campaign 14V656000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Mar 7, 2014Engine And Engine Cooling, EngineThe Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999 to 2005 Audi A4, 2000 to 2006 Audi TT, 1998 to 2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999 to 2006 Golf, 1999 to 2008 and 2011 to 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000 to 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
Risk: A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1 303 744 1911.
NHTSA campaign 14E007000 · The Gates Corporation
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.