2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
The 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Engine (1 complaint), and Steering (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE KEY PERIODICALLY GET STUCK IN THE IGNITION OR THE IGNITION WILL NOT TURN. SOME TIMES WIGGLING THE IGNITION, STEERING WHEEL, SHIFT SELECTOR, PRESSING ON THE BREAK OR ROCKING THE CAR IS NECESSARY.
THE KEY PERIODICALLY GET STUCK IN THE IGNITION OR THE IGNITION WILL NOT TURN. SOME TIMES WIGGLING THE IGNITION, STEERING WHEEL, SHIFT SELECTOR, PRESSING ON THE BREAK OR ROCKING THE CAR IS NECESSARY.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (LASH VOLKSWAGEN OF WHITE PLAINS, 376 TARRYTOWN RD, WHITE PLAINS, NY 10607) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE TIMING BELT CHAIN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AT 800-822-8987 AND WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WOULD REVIEW ALL THE INVOICES. AFTER THE INVOICE REVIEW WAS COMPLETED, THE MANUFACTURER DENIED THE REQUEST BECAUSE THERE WAS NO VIN IN ANY OF THE INVOICES. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT SHE WOULD NEED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR. CASE NUMBER: 171734952 WAS PROVIDED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 41,000.
Safety Rating for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
V001708 2038059 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update technical publication to include model year 2018 Atlas
TT 27-16-02 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Brand specific Alignment rack software information to address calibration concerns for adaptive cruise control.
2016 JETTA_GLI_J — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ADDED JETTA HYBRID INFORMATION
VOS-16-05 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Installation Phase 1 ? Preparation, License & Security Certificate Process Instructions
VSE-16-03 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Information T10542-ERG High-Voltage Adapter Kit Auto Shipment AT-385
VIN-4-A-PIN0224 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
PDI - 2016 Jetta — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process ? Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI
- 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI (current)
- 2017 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI — 0 complaints
- 2018 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI — 0 complaints
- 2020 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI — 0 complaints
- 2021 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI — 0 complaints
Other VOLKSWAGEN Models
- VOLKSWAGEN JETTA — 13,715 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 10,288 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE — 3,613 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 3,104 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS — 2,635 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 1,991 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN GTI — 1,916 total complaints
- VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 — 1,568 total complaints