2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Jetta Hybrid years
- Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. That ranks 3rd out of 4 Jetta Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 96,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 100% | 96,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop and attempting to drive 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate in a timely manner. The contact stated that no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that…
Other Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid years
← 2014 Jetta Hybrid · 2016 Jetta Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Jetta Hybrid | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 Jetta Hybrid | 20 | 2 |
| 2013 Jetta Hybrid | 79 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Jetta Hybrid model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.