Is the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
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Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 79
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2013: 79 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2013	79
2014	20
2015	1
2016	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

72% · 57 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving 25MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact attempted to shift into another gear however, the vehicle failed to respond.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-29

The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and hesitate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-27

According to this recall: safety recall 34F6/4V 7-speed dsg auto transmission w/tiptronic (Dq-200 direct-shift gearbox) 2013-2014 model year Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid my vehicle is affected, but when I contacted my vw dealership and vw customer...

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-16

Engine

18% · 14 reports

Electrical system

11% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

Service brakes

10% · 8 reports

CRASH

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2013 Jetta Hybrid. Consumer writes in regards to unintended acceleration when applying brakes. *ld the consumer stated the while attempting to parallel park, upon applying the brakes, the vehicle accelerated into a parked vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-17

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

On the freeway, I slammed on the brakes, as there was an accident in front of me, and the regenerative brakes did not activate when slamming on the brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-06

Hello, the brakes on the new 2013 Jetta Hybrid are very difficult to control. When I told my dealer, I was told that the brakes behaved as intended.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-26

Vehicle speed control

6% · 5 reports

CRASH

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2013-12-06Power train13V568000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Jetta Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 2012 through October 2013 and equipped with a DQ-200 direct-shift…

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gearbox oil with a non-corrosive version, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at…

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2015-03-24Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-09-28 Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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2018-04-18Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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2019-11-06Unknown or other19V679000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7.

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2021-06-25Power train19V866000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Jetta Hybrid vehicles equipped with a DQ200 7-Speed DSG Automatic Transmission.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit and, as necessary, replace affected parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 57 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 14 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V568000 · Power train
Recall 19V679000 · Unknown or other
Recall 19V866000 · Power train

FAQ

Is the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.