2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 79 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
70% of complaints: power train — 55 distinct reports on file.
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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, 20240129
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, 20231027
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, 20131216
18% of complaints: engine — 14 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
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. *JS
NHTSA ODI report, 20180117
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, 20130906
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, 20130826
10% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
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. *JS
NHTSA ODI report, 20180117
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 gea
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 1-800-893-
Campaign 13V568000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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.
Campaign 19V679000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 19V866000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (55 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V568000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V679000 (unknown or other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V866000 (power train) has been completed.
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 70% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.