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2020 Volkswagen Jetta recalls

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Recalls on record for a 2020 Volkswagen Jetta

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Note: This lookup is by make, model and year, so it lists every recall issued for that vehicle — not all of which will apply to your exact build. A dealer can confirm what is outstanding on your VIN in a minute.

7 current recalls

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2024095 · manufacturer campaign 20UF / 20YF

14 February 2024

Transport Canada lists: A3 2015–2020 · Golf 2015–2019 · GTI 2015–2020 · Jetta 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a seal for the suction jet pump inside the fuel tank could fail. As a result, fuel may flow directly into the evaporative emission control system (EVAP). If this happens, fuel could leak from the charcoal canister. Note: This problem could cause a fuel odor, the fuel nozzle to stop early and/or fuel to spill when refueling.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the suction jet pump.

86,308 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2023487 · manufacturer campaign 28H7

31 August 2023

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a key ignition switch, a fuse in the ignition switch could fail. If this happens, the vehicle can lose power while driving and cause the engine to stall. This could also cause the airbag system and turn signals not to work.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power could increase the risk of a crash. An airbag system that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the ignition switch.

6,786 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2021404 · manufacturer campaign 69CK

30 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2020–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the airbag control module may not be mounted properly. As a result, the airbag may not inflate in a crash, or it could inflate suddenly while driving.

Why it matters

An airbag that does not inflate properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Additionally, an airbag that inflates suddenly while driving could increase the risk of injury or a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealer to replace the airbag control module.

18 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2021031 · manufacturer campaign 72L7

27 January 2021

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2020 · Tiguan 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driver's seat frame may not have been properly welded. As a result, the seat frame could fail and move in a crash.

Why it matters

A seat frame that fails could cause an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the driver's seat. The seat frame will be replaced, as necessary.

29 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2021014 · manufacturer campaign 47Q5

20 January 2021

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2020 · Jetta 2020 · Tiguan 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a front brake hose may be too long and could rub against the steering mechanism. This can cause damage to the hose that could result in a brake fluid leak. If this happens, a driver may have reduced braking.

Why it matters

Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the front brake hose. It will be replaced, if necessary.

215 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2020392 · manufacturer campaign 72K8 / 72K9 / 72L1

26 August 2020

Transport Canada lists: Q5 2020 · SQ5 2020 · Atlas Cross Sport 2020–2021 · Jetta 2020 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been properly welded. As a result, the backrest adjustment could break in a rear-end crash and allow to seat to move.

Why it matters

A seatback that fails could cause an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the driver and passenger front seats. The seatback frames will be replaced, as necessary.

3,115 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2020275 · manufacturer campaign 47Q2

17 June 2020

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2020 · Jetta 2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front brake caliper mounting bolts may not be properly tightened. This could cause the bolts to loosen, which may result in reduced brake effectiveness.

Why it matters

Reduced brake effectiveness could cause an increase in stopping distance and create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the front brake caliper mounting bolts.

5 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 6 August 2026. 17,918 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.