2016 Volkswagen Jetta problems by component
160 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine → | 43 | 27% | 55,000 mi |
| Electrical System → | 36 | 23% | 42,800 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 28 | 18% | 34,100 mi |
| Power Train → | 22 | 14% | 32,000 mi |
| Service Brakes → | 21 | 13% | 35,559 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 12 | 8% | — |
| Steering → | 11 | 7% | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 4% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3% | — |
| Structure | 4 | 3% | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 3% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | — |
| Tires | 3 | 2% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | — |
| Firerelated | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.