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2016 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls

5 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Oct 21, 2020

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Volkswagen Jetta average of 5.7 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Volkswagen Jetta recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V648000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Oct 21, 2020

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, as necessary, the fuel rail. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20E064000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder

Manufacturer: Tenneco Automotive

Reported Sep 23, 2020

What is recalled

Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.

Safety consequence

If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 19V615000

Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-theft › Control Module

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Aug 22, 2019

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."

Safety consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V403000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jun 6, 2016

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jetta vehicles manufactured October 31, 2015, to January 21, 2016, 2016 Passat vehicles, equipped with 1.8T engines manufactured November 13, 2015, to December 9, 2015, and 2016 Golf vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to November 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the fuel rail may detach from the cylinder head and result in a fuel leak.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cylinder heads, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 15F7.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 15V705000

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Oct 26, 2015

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.

Safety consequence

If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Volkswagen Jetta model years

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2016 Volkswagen Jetta recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta have?

This verified dataset contains 5 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology