2013 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls
Recall Summary
The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has 7 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
Total Recalls
Source: NHTSA Campaign Data
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How to Handle Recalls
Check your VIN
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Note: Unrepaired recalls can affect vehicle safety and resale value. We recommend checking for open recalls at least once a year.
What the recall count means for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has 7 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has 6 serious recalls touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.
Which systems are affected?
The main systems named in recall filings for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta include ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, SUSPENSION:REAR, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE, STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
What should buyers check before purchase?
Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.
What is the most serious recall on the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta?
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 for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
Data and Methodology
SourcesShow 21 sources
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
How many recalls does the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta have?
Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.
Are there safety critical recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta?
Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.
- Recall campaigns
- 7
- Primary source
- NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
- Workflow
- Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification
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