Is the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen 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 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen

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2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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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: 34
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Suspension

Complaints per year

2014: 34 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2008	2
2009	16
2010	23
2011	33
2012	27
2013	36
2014	34

Known problem areas

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

Suspension

29% · 10 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

15% · 5 reports

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Volkswagen tdi high pressure fuel pump failed, causing car to suddenly stall in left lane of local highway rt-198 in burtonsville, md. I was in motion in traffic stalled as I was coming through intersection at rt-198 and rt-29.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-02

Also filed under Power train

Engine

15% · 5 reports

CRASH

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While driving on a major highway at approximately 65 mph, my car completely shut off. The steering wheel froze, all the lights on the dashboard started blinking and the car's engine completely shut down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-22

Also filed under Electrical system and steering

Epc warning light appears and slows car down from 65 to 15 miles per hour on freeway within 15 seconds, extremely dangerous situation and even had someone shatter my window with a screwdriver for almost causing…

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-22

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Electrical system

15% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

CRASH

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When I started the car the HVAC blower motor would not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-04

Air bags

12% · 4 reports

CRASHINJURY

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The car was in a severe front end collision that totaled the car. The wreck resulted in multiple injuries for both occupants. Both were transported by ambulance.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-11-16

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2017-03-10Air bags16V078000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available.

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2017-11-13Recall queryClosed 2018-05-04 Air Bag Clockspring Failure
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2018-04-18Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Clockspring Failure

Buy-smart checklist

2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Suspension: 10 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 5 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V078000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen 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 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen?: The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

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