2023 Volkswagen Jetta reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta holds 43 complaints after 4 years, a rate of 11 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Jetta years here — under the median of the other years, which is 16. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (11 of 43), then Service brakes (10) and Electrical system (9). The most filings arrived in 2024 (18 of 43). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash.
The 2022 Jetta has 43 complaints, 8 per year, and the 2024 has 43 complaints, 14 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2023 Volkswagen Jetta. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (43 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The cars check engine light came on randomly at the top of the year but kept going away and returning. After getting it checked out, the code was P0456 for an evap leak. Owner took the car to VW and was quoted ~$3,200…"
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"Car was started on afternoon of XXX and the Low Coolant alert sound and dashboard light came on. Opened hood and car was completely out of coolant. Took to Royal Automotive, Vestavia Hills, AL on Wednesday XXX to be…"
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"I bought car back in June or July 2024. Since then Ive had issues with vehicle. Bad breaks, bad wheel bearings that were replaced & car just never drove smooth. Since buying car & driving it around for months I have…"
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"At only 24,000 miles, the rear brakes are already showing significant wear. When checked by the dealer, they were 2mm, while the front brakes were 12mm. The service representatives at the dealership have said this is a…"
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"The SOS Module failed three times and was replaced three times under warranty. The failure mode is a battery that cannot be ordered due to manufacturer issues. The failed module limits crash reporting. I have attached…"
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Jetta | 1.5L, 4-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 29 | 42 | 34 MPG | $1900 |
| Jetta | 1.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 31 | 41 | 35 MPG | $1850 |
| Jetta Sport/SE/SEL | 1.5L, 4-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 29 | 40 | 33 MPG | $1950 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V-904 covers certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles among other VW models: rear coil springs may prematurely fracture and damage a rear tire, causing loss of control; dealers replace the rear axle coil springs. Recall 18V-671 covers certain 2019 Jetta vehicles with LED headlights: the passenger-side headlight may be incorrectly positioned, reducing nighttime visibility and failing FMVSS headlamp aim requirements; dealers replace the passenger-side headlight. Confirm VIN applicability because related campaigns also list Atlas and other nameplates under shared totals.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta holds 43 complaints after 4 years, a rate of 11 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Jetta years here — under the median of the other years, which is 16. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2023 Volkswagen Jetta?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (11 of 43), then Service brakes (10) and Electrical system (9). The most filings arrived in 2024 (18 of 43). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash.
Is the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2022 Jetta has 43 complaints, 8 per year, and the 2024 has 43 complaints, 14 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.
Has the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta?
Owners have filed 43 complaints about the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2023 Volkswagen Jetta get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta is 34 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a Volkswagen Jetta use?
VW 502.00/504.00 5W-30 or 0W-20 (engine dependent)
What does NHTSA recall 20V-648 cover on the Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA safety recall 20V648000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What generation is the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta?
Mk6 (A6) (2012-2018).