2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

280

Owner Complaints

15 Crashes 9 Fires

6

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

28

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

The 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA has received a total of 280 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. 28 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 (43 complaints), Air Bags (29 complaints), and Service Brakes Hydraulic (29 complaints).

Recalls for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, potentially affecting up to 594,031 vehicles.

Recall 20E064000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

| 38 vehicles affected

Defect: Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.

Consequence: If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall...

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Recall 19V679000 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

| 113 vehicles affected

Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause...

Consequence: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number...

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Recall 14E007000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

| 50 vehicles affected

Defect: The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold...

Consequence: A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.

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Recall 10V621000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

| 228,236 vehicles affected

Defect: VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 JETTA, NEW BEETLE, NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, MODEL YEAR 2009 JETTA SPORTWAGEN AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 RABBIT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES. THE JETTA, JETTA SPORTWAGEN, AND RABBIT VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST AN UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE NEW BEETLE...

Consequence: IF CHAFING OCCURS, THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR A FUEL LEAK TO DEVELOP. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL LINE. ADDITIONALLY, DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE MODEL, DEALERS WILL EITHER REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR, OR INSPECT THE POSITION OF THE FASTENING CLAMP AND ADJUST...

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Recall 09V164000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

| 25,594 vehicles affected

Defect: VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 25,594 MY 2006-2009 JETTA 5TH GENERATION EQUIPPED WITH 2.01 ENGINE. THE FASTENING SCREW CONTACT SURFACES ON THE DRIVESHAFT COVER PLATE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. SOME SCREWS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED PROPERLY DURING ASSEMBLY AND COULD LOOSEN OVER TIME, CAUSING A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THE DRIVESHAFT SCREWS COULD...

Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE IS MOVING WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE DETACHED DRIVESHAFT COULD CAUSE DAMAGE THE GEARBOX HOUSING. A DAMAGE GEARBOX HOUSING COULD LEAK GEARBOX OIL ONTO THE STREET AND CREATE A RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH FOR BOTH THE DRIVER AND OTHER MOTORISTS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVESHAFT SCREWS AND REPLACE THE SCREWS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

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Recall 07V442000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 340,000 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THAT DISABLES THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW.

Consequence: NONCOMPLIANCE CAN INHIBIT PROPER HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENT FOR ROADWAY ILLUMINATION, IMPROPERLY AIMED HEADLAMPS COULD CAUSE REDUCED ROAD VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW...

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Owner Complaints for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

280 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 43 3 Fires 2 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 29 3 Crashes 1 Fire 3 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 29 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Power Train
Complaints: 19
Engine
Complaints: 16 1 Crash 1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 10
Seats
Complaints: 9 1 Fire 3 Injuries
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 8
Structurebody
Complaints: 8 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 8
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 6
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 6
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 5
Suspension
Complaints: 5
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 4 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Service Brakes
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Steering
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Parking Brake
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Electric
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 3
Structure
Complaints: 3
Tires
Complaints: 3
Visibility
Complaints: 3
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 2
Equipment
Complaints: 2
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 2
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Seat Belts
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 2 2 Fires 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 2
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Air Bagson Off Switch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Air
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11634854 | AIR BAGS | | 110,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the failure could be duplicated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
#11568807 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
The car has been jerking when you’re driving and sometimes it jerks forward as you’re parking it while it’s in the parked position. Then I’m driving home from work , it’s raining heavy. I get to the Valaro store by my house; I put $40.00 worth of gas in the car after work drove home parked the car the next morning it would not turn over , would not ignite at all I took it to the shop. They said the computer was fried from the rain leaking through the windshield or under the windshield. They said it’s a major problem with this model car. The mechanic said the computer could not be fixed. He sent it to the Volkswagen repair shop it can’t be fixed and to replace it cost thousands of dollars !!! I can provide an estimate of the problems and possible repairs if needed . The mechanic stated it is not worth the cost to fix the car. I did notice that there is a powertrain recall and my mechanic is also stating that the transmission is the jerking problem we’re having.. I really think these should be recalled however I needed to submit my issues and see what you final decision would be on both situations, the powertrain transmission problem and the computer burnout problem thank you so much and hope you’re having a great day
#11568807 | POWER TRAIN | | N/A miles
The car has been jerking when you’re driving and sometimes it jerks forward as you’re parking it while it’s in the parked position. Then I’m driving home from work , it’s raining heavy. I get to the Valaro store by my house; I put $40.00 worth of gas in the car after work drove home parked the car the next morning it would not turn over , would not ignite at all I took it to the shop. They said the computer was fried from the rain leaking through the windshield or under the windshield. They said it’s a major problem with this model car. The mechanic said the computer could not be fixed. He sent it to the Volkswagen repair shop it can’t be fixed and to replace it cost thousands of dollars !!! I can provide an estimate of the problems and possible repairs if needed . The mechanic stated it is not worth the cost to fix the car. I did notice that there is a powertrain recall and my mechanic is also stating that the transmission is the jerking problem we’re having.. I really think these should be recalled however I needed to submit my issues and see what you final decision would be on both situations, the powertrain transmission problem and the computer burnout problem thank you so much and hope you’re having a great day
#11568807 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
The car has been jerking when you’re driving and sometimes it jerks forward as you’re parking it while it’s in the parked position. Then I’m driving home from work , it’s raining heavy. I get to the Valaro store by my house; I put $40.00 worth of gas in the car after work drove home parked the car the next morning it would not turn over , would not ignite at all I took it to the shop. They said the computer was fried from the rain leaking through the windshield or under the windshield. They said it’s a major problem with this model car. The mechanic said the computer could not be fixed. He sent it to the Volkswagen repair shop it can’t be fixed and to replace it cost thousands of dollars !!! I can provide an estimate of the problems and possible repairs if needed . The mechanic stated it is not worth the cost to fix the car. I did notice that there is a powertrain recall and my mechanic is also stating that the transmission is the jerking problem we’re having.. I really think these should be recalled however I needed to submit my issues and see what you final decision would be on both situations, the powertrain transmission problem and the computer burnout problem thank you so much and hope you’re having a great day
#11478684 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 141,000 miles Fire 1 Injury
The contact owned a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical problems. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, another driver persistently blew the horn at her to inform her that the vehicle had caught fire. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road and immediately exited the vehicle. The contact noticed that there was a fire underneath the passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle burned to the ground and there was a big hole in the pavement. There was no further information provided. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with the assistance of the fire department. A fire department report was filed. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot, where it was totaled. The contact sustained post-traumatic stress disorder as she had lost her only daughter in a vehicle fire in the past. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000.

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Safety Rating for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 28 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

V261902_2028415 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Update to labor operation numbers per Saga updates. Also applies to the 2006-2007 Beetle Convertible.

TT 371003 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Update to model year applicability and existing tip for Dual clutch basic settings procedure.

V551604-2038992 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

To update claim processing statement.

TB551603 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Corrosion on hood edge.

TB501403 — STRUCTURE

Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch.

TT2006145 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

If replacing the high pressure fuel pump, also remove the cam follower from the timing cover/cylinder head and inspect for wear. Reference Technical Bulletin 2015153 (V151401).

V0113362012810 — STRUCTURE

Update Programming, ECM, TCM Software Update and Valve Body Replacement for Harsh Up - Down Shift from Transmission when Cold.

V0113362012810 — POWER TRAIN

Update Programming, ECM, TCM Software Update and Valve Body Replacement for Harsh Up - Down Shift from Transmission when Cold.

V0113372012810 — POWER TRAIN

Update Programming, ECM, TCM Software Update and Valve Body Replacement for Harsh Up - Down Shift from Transmission when Cold.

571301 — VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Procedure for Communication Interruptions Following Door Control Module - Window Motor Replacement

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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