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2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 27 complaints on file for the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

27

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

2

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Jetta Hybrid years?

Jetta Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted107 complaints2013: 107 complaints2014: 27 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 3 complaints
Jetta Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1556%
Engine415%
Electrical System311%
Brakes27%
Fuel System27%
Steering14%

Does the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V866000TransmissionDecember 6, 2019 · 2,167 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

13V568000TransmissionNovember 14, 2013 · 3,837 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Jetta Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 2012 through October 2013 and equipped with a DQ-200 direct-shift gearbox. Due to gearbox fluid additives, the control module within the gearbox may corrode. The deposits from this corrosion may cause an electrical short and result in a stall-like condition.

Consequence

This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gearbox oil with a non-corrosive version, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“2014 JETTA HYBRID DOESN'T ACCELERATE PAST 25-30 MPH CAUSING A HIGH REV AND IN THIS CASE A JERK FOWARD IF THE TURBO WAS ACTIVATED CAUSING A COLLISION WITH A CHEVY TAHOE THE SUVS TOWING WRENCH TO CRUMPLE OUR HOOD AND MORE DAMAGE TO FRONT END OF OUR VEHICLE ON OTHER DAYS BEFORE THE ACCIDENT OUR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · December 19, 2018 · crash

“2014 JETTA HYBRID DOESN'T ACCELERATE PAST 25-30 MPH CAUSING A HIGH REV AND IN THIS CASE A JERK FOWARD IF THE TURBO WAS ACTIVATED CAUSING A COLLISION WITH A CHEVY TAHOE THE SUVS TOWING WRENCH TO CRUMPLE OUR HOOD AND MORE DAMAGE TO FRONT END OF OUR VEHICLE ON OTHER DAYS BEFORE THE ACCIDENT OUR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · December 19, 2018 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE HYBRID ERROR WARNING MESSAGE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A SHAVED WIRING HARNESS WHICH CAUSED A FUSE TO BLOW.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 14, 2014

“THE BRAKING ABILITY VARIES DEPENDING IF THE BATTERY IS BEING CHARGED OR NOT. THE PRESSURE APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPENDS ON THE BATTERY CHARGE AND NOT THE PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL. ENGINE FAILS TO ENGAGE ON A STEEP SLOPE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL BACKWARDS. THIS HAPPENS FREQUENTLY WHEN THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 5, 2018

“2014 JETTA HYBRID DOESN'T ACCELERATE PAST 25-30 MPH CAUSING A HIGH REV AND IN THIS CASE A JERK FOWARD IF THE TURBO WAS ACTIVATED CAUSING A COLLISION WITH A CHEVY TAHOE THE SUVS TOWING WRENCH TO CRUMPLE OUR HOOD AND MORE DAMAGE TO FRONT END OF OUR VEHICLE ON OTHER DAYS BEFORE THE ACCIDENT OUR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 19, 2018 · crash

2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid reliable?

The record is thin — 27 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2014 Jetta Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (15 complaints), engine (4 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints).

Does the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Jetta Hybrid years to avoid are 2013. The cleanest record among Jetta Hybrid years belongs to 2015.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.