Volkswagen · Jetta · 2024
2024 Volkswagen Jetta
0
Recalls
28
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta has no recalls and 28 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: service brakes (5 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is service brakes with 5 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 28 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are service brakes (5), engine (4), unknown or other (3).
- Vehicle
- 2024 Volkswagen Jetta
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 28
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
13.0% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
28 totalENGINE
Apr 8, 2026
My 2024 VW Jetta GLI 2.0L 40th anniversary edition is throwing false engine codes. The system rings with a warning and the center display shows a statement that "RPM over 4500" while the real RPM's is at or below 2000 at the time of the warning. The system then immediately puts t...
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STEERING,SUSPENSION
Mar 12, 2026
While driving at approximately 20mph, the front passenger-side steering knuckle suffered a catastrophic structural failure, snapping completely in two. This resulted in an immediate loss of steering and suspension control. Inspection of the fractured part by a mechanic revealed s...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 20, 2026
Check engine light came on after attempting a remote start and failed. Upon using an OBD-II code reader, it gave the code: P2421 - EVAP Vent Valve stuck open. This part is not covered under the 8/80k federal emissions warranty but is still an issue and is affecting emissions. ...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 19, 2025
Vehicle was parked in my driveway. My wife and I were about 10 feet from it working on another vehicle when we heard a loud pop. We looked over at the vehicle and the sunroof has exploded. It was bubbled upward and completely shattered. I contacted my VW dealer and we slowly drov...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 11, 2025
The vehicle’s SOS/emergency call system has been inoperative since the vehicle was purchased. At delivery, the emergency call function did not work and displayed error messages. The vehicle was taken to an authorized Volkswagen dealer, and the OCU (online connectivity unit) modu...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 11, 2025
Sensitive sunroof glass. Sunroof glass shattered a section of the glass that has an open glass area now and will leak in inclement weather conditions.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 1, 2025
Front Windshield wipers randomly go on causing a distraction almost resulting in a accident. The vehicle was taken in for this problem to Colonial VW located at 200 W Street RD, Feasterville PA 19053. Service rep stated he knows of the issue but there is currently no fix for it...
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear tires. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that t...
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SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 28, 2025
Brakes make loud noise when I come to stop when leaving highway. Rear pads are at 2mm as of 8/28/2025 when they were replaced in on 5/14/2025. Repairs were performed by dealership on 5/14/2025 but they did not replace the rotors, they only replaced the rear pads.
AIR BAGS
CRASHAug 19, 2025
Driving on interstate 74 west bound entered rain storm. Did not see car that was slow or stopped until impact. Traveling at a speed of 78 mph. Airbag did not deploy. Is this normal? Rear ended car in front. Volkswagen was totaled with severe front end damage. Other car was a bigg...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta have?
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA has received 28 owner-reported complaints for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta are service brakes (5 reports), engine (4 reports), unknown or other (3 reports).
Does the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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