2022 Volkswagen Jetta Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
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NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
43
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2022 Jetta and 43 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is service brakes, with 12 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- ENGINE12
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL8
- STEERING7
- LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST7
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM3
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS2
2022 Jetta Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 22V514000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.
2022 Jetta Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V1718032037201_21 | Oct 29, 2026 | ENGINE | Checking engine oil level. | 11039313 |
| V0017132033846_27 | Oct 29, 2026 | ENGINE | Prevent Sporatic Misfire Faults. | 11039303 |
| V0118122014603_22 | Oct 28, 2026 | ENGINE | Reprogramming Control Module process | 11039307 |
| V9422012066639_7 | Oct 27, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Condensation | 11039326 |
| V9419012011521_22 | Oct 27, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses | 11039325 |
| Dealer 91UB 20261026 | Oct 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This OTA update addresses a potential issue with special characters being broadcast over HD radio. | 11039300 |
| Bulletin 91UB 20261026 | Oct 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This OTA update addresses a potential issue with special characters being broadcast over HD radio. | 11039298 |
| V1917012022548_16 | Oct 15, 2026 | ENGINE | Identifying and Mixing Volkswagen Engine Coolants | 11039314 |
| V0116132033805_12 | Oct 15, 2026 | ENGINE | Engine missfire diagnostic aid | 11039306 |
| V0123022069588_4 | Oct 14, 2026 | ENGINE | When replacing Evaporative Emissions System components, it is not always necessary to replace the entire EVAP canister system as a complete assembly, if the failed components ar… | 11039308 |
| V0018092053065_8 | Oct 1, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting | 11039304 |
| V0126032083018_2 | Sep 30, 2026 | ENGINE | Update ECM Control Module Programming | 11038147 |
| V0116152014815_20 | Sep 17, 2026 | ENGINE | Suggested fuel additive | 11038146 |
| TT 96 26 01 | Sep 17, 2026 | LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | Heat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation. | 11038145 |
| TT 57 23 01 | Sep 10, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Remove Key FOB battery for 20 seconds to restore proper operation. | 11038144 |
| SM 39-2026 | Sep 9, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. | 11038143 |
| V4622022067177_5 | Aug 27, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Repair or Replace Information | 11036878 |
| V0126032083018_1 | Aug 20, 2026 | ENGINE | Update Programming of the Engine/Motor Control Module -J623- | 11036871 |
| V4823012070207_15 | Aug 19, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Steering wheel sensor mat (hands on detection) and software deviation in the steering wheel detection control module -1158-. | 11036879 |
| VOS-26-47 | Aug 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the… | 11036886 |
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