Does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, the most recent reported on December 6, 2019 (Power train: automatic transmission, Power train: clutch assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?

Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (57 complaints), followed by engine (14).

How many 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 79 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recalls and problems

3 recalls and 79 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid.

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Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recalls

Power train: automatic transmission · Power train: clutch assembly

NHTSA campaign 19V866000 · reported December 6, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 2,167 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Jetta Hybrid vehicles equipped with a DQ200 7-Speed DSG Automatic Transmission. Hairline cracks can develop within the transmission electronic gearbox (mechatronic unit), causing an internal transmission oil leak and a decrease in oil pressure.
The risk: A decrease in transmission oil pressure can cause the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit and, as necessary, replace affected parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J6.

Unknown or other

NHTSA campaign 19V679000 · reported September 25, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 113 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
The risk: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.

Power train

NHTSA campaign 13V568000 · reported November 14, 2013 · Volkswagen of America, Inc. · 3,837 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Jetta Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 2012 through October 2013 and equipped with a DQ-200 direct-shift gearbox. Due to gearbox fluid additives, the control module within the gearbox may corrode. The deposits from this corrosion may cause an electrical short and result in a stall-like condition.
The risk: This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gearbox oil with a non-corrosive version, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train57
Engine14
Electrical system9
Service brakes8
Vehicle speed control5
Fuel/propulsion system4
Air bags3
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Hybrid propulsion system1
Steering1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jan 29, 2024 · Power train · 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 25MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact attempted to shift into another gear however, the vehicle failed to respond. The driver pulled to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact was able to restart the…

Oct 27, 2023 · Power train · 126,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and hesitate. The contact stated that the transmission and hybrid warning lights and several other warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over and turned the vehicle off…

Apr 6, 2023 · Power train · 130,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power after the clutch disengaged. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was able to restart. The…

Dec 21, 2022 · Power train · 114,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The…

Dec 2, 2022 · Power train · 86,097 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the hybrid system fault message was displayed. The contact stated that he turned off and restarted the vehicle and the hybrid system fault message was off however, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact…

Jetta Hybrid model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2013	3	79	3
2014	2	20	1
2015	1	1	0
2016	0	1	0

Across all years, the 2013 Jetta Hybrid has the most complaints (79). All Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, the most recent reported on December 6, 2019 (Power train: automatic transmission, Power train: clutch assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?: Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (57 complaints), followed by engine (14).
How many 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 79 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 29, 2024.