2019 Volkswagen Jetta Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 95about this part
- Share
- 17%of 552 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,400miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 95 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, 17% of the 552 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,400 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.
“Trunk has randomly opened numerous times even after it has been fully closed. This has happened while I'm driving or while the car is parked, and the trunk just becomes loose and slightly ajar. Immediately after, I will close the trunk, which secures it, but then at some point it becomes loose and open again.”
NHTSA complaint #11174370, filed 2019-02, 2,500 miles“1. 1800 miles-transmission fluid leak, the service people told me it was a known problem with 2019 jettas, repair took 2 months 2. Heater doesn't blow out warm air when traveling under 40 MPH, even after 18 miles of driving 3. Grinding/croaking noise like a frog at 28-30 MPH and again at 40 MPH 4. Brakes squeak 5. Trunk falls on my head unless I push it all the way up per owners manual addendum”
NHTSA complaint #11183199, filed 2019-02, 1,800 miles“I have had many issues with the key fob. It is often very difficult to lock or unlock the car unless I am within 5 feet of it and the car does not respond well to the fob signal. Additionally, on numerous occasions while the fob has been in my pocket, due to the poor design of the fob, the trunk has inadvertently opened up. Not only are these issues a nuisance, but they can be dangerous if they happen while driving or in another situation. This has happened while both being stationary and while driving.”
NHTSA complaint #11331547, filed 2020-06, 500 miles“All issues written here have been happening since day of purchase, as of june 2018. Vw currently denies issues and claims reports are of normal operation of vehicle. I love this car I just want vw to provide a fix. Vehicle has a continuous grinding noise coming from behind engine area when vehicle is in motion accelerating from 27- 30mph after that it subsides. Sounds of grinding depends what drive mode your are in. Eco has the loudest noise. Many other reports suspect transmission problems. …”
NHTSA complaint #11232082, filed 2019-07, 60 miles“While in neutral, the engine shuddered a little and then cut off. This has happened multiple times. Most recently I was stuck in the middle of an intersection while I had to restart my car.”
NHTSA complaint #11209256, filed 2019-05, 1,000 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
- 11033527May 19, 2026Difference between Component fluid leakage 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
- 11018938May 12, 2025How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
- 11016587Mar 24, 2025When making calls with an Apple device using Car-Play (Wired or Wireless Connection), an echo is heard on the receiving end (not from the incar caller) of the call. No related…
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 2019 Volkswagen Jetta
163 complaintsElectrical system
154 complaintsEngine
147 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsFuel system
29 complaintsExterior lighting
26 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
26 complaintsBody and structure
23 complaintsSuspension
17 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsForward collision avoidance
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 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