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2019 Volkswagen Jetta

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

11

10 current

Combined

7L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,170

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Fuel System

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

14 February 2024

Transport Canada lists: A 3 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

Label

Transport Canada recall 2020353 · manufacturer campaign 97EM 97EK 97EL

4 August 2020

Transport Canada lists: A 3 2010–2013, 2015 · Atlas 2018–2019 · Beetle 2013–2015 · Golf 2010–2019 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the warning label for the engine block heater cable is written in English only. As a result, a French user may not receive important safety information about how to use the engine block heater. A label that is not provided in both official languages could create confusion.

Why it matters

User confusion could increase the risk of injury when trying to use the block heater.

What the dealer will do

The company will mail each owner a new label for the block heater cable. If you would like help installing the label, you can contact a dealer for assistance.

132,432 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2019620 · manufacturer campaign 94M7

11 December 2019

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2019

What is wrong

On certain cars, the right-front daytime running light (DRL) may not work or may not be bright enough to meet Canadian regulations. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2019-292. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.

Why it matters

A daytime running light that is dimmed or not working could make the car less visible to others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer to inspect the right-front headlight. The heat sink or complete right headlight will be replaced as necessary.

6,578 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2019619 · manufacturer campaign 40P1

11 December 2019

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2019

What is wrong

On a small number of Jetta GLI models, one or both of the front wheel bearings could be defective. This could lead to poor driving performance and/or cause a wheel to break.

Why it matters

A sudden change in vehicle handling or a broken wheel could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will contact owners by telephone and instruct you to stop driving your vehicle. Volkswagen will arrange free towing to the nearest dealership. The front wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts will be replaced.

3 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2019116 · manufacturer campaign 42J5

6 March 2019

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2015–2019 · Jetta 2019 · Tiguan 2018–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear suspension coil springs may not have been properly manufactured and could break over time. This could cause damage to a rear tire, resulting in rapid air loss and/or tire failure.

Why it matters

A rear tire failure could affect vehicle control. Additionally, a broken coil spring could also create a road hazard for other motorists. Both of these conditions may increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have both of the rear axle coil springs replaced. If a broken coil spring is found, the rear tires should be inspected for damage and replaced as required.

15,579 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2019074 · manufacturer campaign 69Y7

19 February 2019

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, an incorrect driver-front airbag may have been installed during a past service/repair visit. As the airbag was not designed to be used in the vehicle, it may not work correctly.

Why it matters

In a crash with an airbag deployment, the airbag may not work correctly. This could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the driver-front airbag replaced with the correct part.

2 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2018717 · manufacturer campaign 42J2 / 42J3

19 December 2018

Transport Canada lists: Atlas 2018 · Golf 2015 · Jetta 2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear suspension coil springs may not have been properly manufactured and could break over time. This could result in damage to a rear tire, resulting in rapid air loss and/or tire failure, which could affect vehicle control. Additionally, a broken coil spring could create a road hazard for other motorists. Both of these conditions may increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace both of the rear axle coil springs. If a broken coil spring is found, the rear tires should be inspected for damage and replaced as required.

1,755 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2018644 · manufacturer campaign 90L3 / 90L4

21 November 2018

Transport Canada lists: Atlas 2018–2019 · Jetta 2019 · Tiguan 2018–2019

What is wrong

Certain vehicles do not to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 114 - Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. Due to incorrect programming, the vehicle may fail to provide an audible warning when a driver opens their door after turning off the ignition, and the key is left in the ignition switch. This could increase the risk of vehicle theft.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster.

15,853 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2018534 · manufacturer campaign 94L1

26 September 2018

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2019

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The right (passenger side) headlamp may not be positioned correctly, which is contrary to the requirements of the standard. This may reduce the night time visibility for the driver, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the right (passenger side) headlamp.

391 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr
1 replaced by later campaigns

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2019292 · manufacturer campaign 94M3

13 June 2019

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Jetta 2019

What is wrong

On certain cars, the right-front daytime running light (DRL) may not work or may not be bright enough to meet Canadian regulations.

Why it matters

A daytime running light that is dimmed or not working could make the car less visible to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their car to a dealer to replace the right headlight.

5,316 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSuperseded

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Compact
In its class
More efficient than 85% of 110 2019 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
162 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 11 recalls on record for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, of which 10 are current and 1 has been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta get?
NRCan rates the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta at 7 L/100 km combined, emitting 162 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,170 in fuel, producing roughly 3,234 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.