2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, 72% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 80,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “move forward” (9% of reports).
- 57power train complaints
- 80,000median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $8,300typical repair cost reported by owners
- 22%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Move forward: mentioned in 5 of 57 complaints (9%)
- Motive power: mentioned in 5 of 57 complaints (9%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid at $8,300, and half of them between $8,150 and $9,300.
Based on 6 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2016–2018), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 49 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
None of the 57 complaints report a crash, fire or injury.
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Jetta Hybrid | 1 | 100% | 96,000 |
| 2014 Jetta Hybrid | 15 | 75% | 94,750 |
| 2013 Jetta Hybrid | 57 | 72% | 80,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Power train:automatic transmission; power train:clutch assembly
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Jetta Hybrid vehicles equipped with a DQ200 7-Speed DSG Automatic Transmission. Hairline cracks can develop within the transmission electronic gearbox (mechatronic unit), causing an internal transmission oil leak and a decrease in oil pressure.
Risk: A decrease in transmission oil pressure can cause the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J6.
Power train
Problem: 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 gearbox. Due to gearbox fluid additives, the control module within the gearbox may corrode. The deposits from this corrosion may cause an electrical short and result in a stall-like condition.
Risk: This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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. The driver pulled to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact was…
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and hesitate. The contact stated that the transmission and hybrid warning lights and several other warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over and…
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power after the clutch disengaged. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrids have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 57 owner complaints about power train for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid (72% of the 79 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid power train?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 80,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?
Owners report a typical cost of $8,300 (half paid between $8,150 and $9,300), from 6 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?
The most frequent phrase is “move forward”, in 5 of 57 complaints, followed by “motive power” (5).