2009 Volkswagen Jetta Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 4%of 889 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 90,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 4% of the 889 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 90,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Hi yes I am concerned in regards I had a call for a recall on my Jetta 2009. Nhtsa called me to set up and appointment. I did exactly what I was supposed to do with the recall. When the recall was finish I thought my work was on the manufacturing and was to pay the dealership. Long story short I had to pay for the labor and the parts for a recall on my 2009 Jetta Volkswagen..”
NHTSA complaint #11362215, filed 2020-10, 607 miles“The cars check engine light came on and lost power on the freeway. I took it to get checked and a diagnostic was done . I had just gone to the dealership a week before and had the back brakes and rotors replaced for $500 dollars and the oil changed for another $100. They said everything was fine.”
NHTSA complaint #11363223, filed 2020-10, 100,000 miles“I just bought this 2009 volksawagen Jetta this monday, september 16th 2019, the car has a nonstop beeping noise as soon as the key goes in the ignition (not the open door beep either) and the ABS, brake, and traction control lights are on in the dashboard. The beep is nonstop and very frustrating and starts every time the key goes in. I bought the car for cheap thinking this would be an easy fix.”
NHTSA complaint #11256969, filed 2019-09, 100,000 miles“The driver's side rear door lock does not work. It doesn't work manually or with the key fob. I am concerned about the safety of my passengers if something were to happen and they cannot exit the vehicle from the rear. Also, the inability to lock the rear door is another safety issue. I have noticed several complaints about the same problem. Does it take an actual vehicle fatality for this problem to be dealt with?”
NHTSA complaint #11287609, filed 2019-12, 93,000 miles“The sun roof opened to the first tilt position without any action caused by the driver or passenger. It happened again on may 17 during a slow left turn in a shopping center. My concern is that it may be electrical in nature and may affect the door locks as well. On a previous occasion, I had difficulty opening the trunk and had to use my key to open the drivers side door.”
NHTSA complaint #10717138, filed 2015-05, 32,211 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038143Sep 9, 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 11036868Aug 6, 2026Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- 11036870Aug 4, 2026Differences between a leak and seepage
- 11030841Mar 25, 2026Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
- 11030838Mar 19, 2026Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
- 11030828Mar 5, 2026Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
- 11025442Oct 6, 2025GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
- 11010021Oct 17, 2024Additional reporting
- 11010011Oct 7, 2024Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
- 11008853Sep 17, 2024How to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 33% |
| 2025 | 6 | 19% |
| 2024 | 6 | 13% |
| 2023 | 10 | 23% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 11 | 15% |
| 2020 | 13 | 24% |
| 2019 | 95 | 17% |
| 2018 | 9 | 28% |
| 2017 | 25 | 16% |
| 2016 | 36 | 22% |
| 2015 | 34 | 18% |
| 2014 | 72 | 19% |
| 2013 | 98 | 19% |
| 2012 | 107 | 21% |
| 2011 | 67 | 11% |
| 2010 | 46 | 5% |
| 2009 | 35 | 4% |
| 2008 | 14 | 7% |
| 2007 | 8 | 4% |
| 2006 | 16 | 3% |
| 2005 | 8 | 3% |
| 2004 | 7 | 3% |
| 2003 | 9 | 2% |
| 2002 | 10 | 1% |
| 2001 | 14 | 2% |
| 2000 | 21 | 5% |
| 1999 | 17 | 5% |
| 1998 | 10 | 5% |
| 1997 | 2 | 4% |
| 1996 | 1 | 3% |
| 1995 | 4 | 2% |
| 1994 | 1 | 1% |
| 1989 | 2 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
307 complaintsBrakes
205 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
141 complaintsElectrical system
107 complaintsEngine
96 complaintsElectronic stability control
93 complaintsEngine cooling
72 complaintsAir bags
35 complaintsVehicle speed control
29 complaintsExterior lighting
24 complaintsSteering
24 complaintsBody and structure
16 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology