What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta?

Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (12 complaints), followed by service brakes (12).

How many 2022 Volkswagen Jetta complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 43 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2022 Volkswagen Jetta recalls and problems

1 recall and 43 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

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.

2022 Volkswagen Jetta recalls

Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software · Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 22V514000 · reported July 20, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 43,091 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.

Most reported problems

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

Engine12
Service brakes12
Electrical system10
Forward collision avoidance9
Lane departure7
Steering7
Fuel/propulsion system3
Vehicle speed control2
Air bags1
Exterior lighting1

What owners report

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

Sep 23, 2026 · Steering
The issue with the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta is the steering wheel which appears to be a known issue. A warning light and audible warning tone activate repeatedly while the car is in motion with the alert of "Travel Assist Currently Not Available". The frequency of the alert by tone and alert light is excessive and…

Aug 12, 2026 · Engine
The vehicle is currently experiencing steady coolant loss with no external puddles.My vehicle is at 65,000 miles, placing it just 5,000 miles outside of the 60,000-mile factory powertrain warranty. This specific issue matches the exact symptoms of Volkswagen Technical Service Bulletin #2071245 (Service Action…

Jul 8, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance
My 2022 Volkswagen Jetta (purchased new) has a recurring Travel Assist/Adaptive Cruise Control safety malfunction that has existed since before approximately 24,000 miles. While driving with Adaptive Cruise Control or Travel Assist engaged, the vehicle repeatedly warns me to "Take Control of the Vehicle" or indicates…

Jun 10, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance
1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The vehicle experienced a failure related to the steering wheel assembly that caused the "Travel Assist Not Currently Available" warning to appear while driving. The issue affected the operation of the vehicle's…

Jun 7, 2026 · Lane departure
Travel assist unavailable warning comes on several time a minute with a visual indicator and loud chime. Very distracting while driving. Known issue to VW

Jetta model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2019	11	549	19	3
2020	6	54	1	0
2021	4	70	3	0
2022	1	43	1	0
2023	0	43	1	0
2024	0	46	2	1
2025	2	31	4	0

Across all years, the 2009 Jetta has the most complaints (889). All Volkswagen Jetta years →

Questions

Does the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta, the most recent reported on July 20, 2022 (Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software, Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta?: Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (12 complaints), followed by service brakes (12).
How many 2022 Volkswagen Jetta complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 43 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 September 23, 2026.