2012
Volkswagen
Jetta
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140 hp @ 4000 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
140 hp
Horsepower
236 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeDiesel
Combined Efficiency4.6 - 6.7 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity55.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
439 L
Cargo
1,046 mm
Front Legroom
968 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
15 ft2.2"
4.63m
Width
5 ft10"
1.78m
Height
4 ft9.2"
1.45m
Wheelbase
8 ft8.4"
2.65m
Gallery
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Colors
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Moonrock Silver Metallic
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Candy White
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Black Uni
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Tornado Red
#900002
Tempest Blue Metallic
#0A1D2F
Toffee Brown Metallic
#7C6B62
Platinum Gray Metallic
#747A76
Reflex Silver Metallic
#D8D8D8
White Gold Metallic
#D3D0C9
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
525 complaints reported to NHTSA
525
Total Reports
24
Crashes
17
Injuries
7
Fires
Most Common Issues
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
143
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
111
ENGINE
88
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
52
POWER TRAIN
50
STEERING
43
Recent Reports
ODI #11675172
Jul 21, 2025
STEERINGELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that for the past eight months, the contact was unable to remove the key from the ignition. Several warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that to start the vehicle, the contact had to plug in the two fuse boxes and connect the battery cable. The contact feared the vehicle might catch on fire. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V615000 (Electrical System, Steering). The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was informed that pre-existing repairs needed to be performed before the recall repair could be performed. The contact stated that the dealer had not provided an official repair estimate, however the total repair cost was provided. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The manufacturer confirmed that the pre-existing repairs needed to be performed prior to the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 131,260. Parts distribution disconnect.
Incident: Jul 15, 2025VIN: 3VWDP7AJXCM***
ODI #11662434
May 21, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The ignition switch where the key is placed in the ignition and turned to start the car failed. The ignition would not turn with the key engaged inside the ignition switch. It will require a new ignition switch kit and new key in order for the car to function properly again.
Incident: May 1, 2025VIN: 3VWDX7AJ2CM***
ODI #11658596
May 2, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is my 4th volkswagen jetta 2.5L I've own that has had the same issue with the charging system the car would just shut off while driving due to dead battery almost causing an accident this needs to be addressed 2011 to 2018
Incident: May 1, 2025VIN: 3VWBP7AJ7CM***
ODI #11648429
Mar 15, 2025
POWER TRAINSERVICE BRAKESENGINE
I recently bought vehicle seen there is a recall
Incident: Feb 28, 2025VIN: 3VW2K7AJ8CM***
ODI #11648430
Mar 15, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Seller sold vehicle without a working horn and hasn’t fixed it
Incident: Feb 28, 2025VIN: 3VW2K7AJ8CM***
ODI #11618327
Oct 6, 2024
AIR BAGS
Clock spring went out and would have failed to deploy the airbags if i was in an accident. there was no notification that said it went out. NHTSA campaign number - 15V483000
Incident: Aug 1, 2024VIN: 3VWLL7AJ5CM***
ODI #11614705
Sep 15, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Cp4 high pressure fuel pump will self-destruct causing little pieces of metal to go throughout the fuel system and causing thousands in repair lots of manufacturers are doing recalls to this pump but nothing for Volkswagen I have contact the dealer no help if you go online thousands of people it's complaining about the CP4 high pressure fuel pump it has a design flaw from factory and needs to be corrected
Incident: Sep 15, 2024VIN: 3VWPL7AJ1CM***
ODI #11607161
Aug 7, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I was looking at the GMC Duramax diesel and it has the same problem as the Volkswagen Jetta TDI fuel pump failure due to American Diesel in the pump is designed for foreign diesel which is very expensive to repair can we please have some help with this where they can come out with a replacement pump that can resist American diesel
Incident: Aug 7, 2024VIN: 3VWPL7AJ1CM***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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