2010 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 23 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel/propulsion system.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Feb 2016
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“ABS module in 2010 VW Jetta wagon malfunctioned. Warning lights in dash were lit for ABS, Brake, and airbag on 5/18/24. Towed to local auto shop by AAA on 5/20/24. Verified by local auto shop as faulty ABS module on 5/21/24. Prior year VW Jetta wagon (2009) already has recall for this issue. Car is not safe to drive due to brake issue and will not pass state inspection. This VIN / make / model of VW should be added to existing VW ABS recall. I have not towed vehicle back to house and do not have the auto shop report yet.”Owner report · Service Brakes · May 2024
“Not a complaint just curious. Has anyone "fried" their ABS module and or replaced one. Where is the best place to get parts? How much was the average cost of repairs?”Owner report · Service Brakes · Nov 2019
“Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta sportwagen. While driving 10 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated that "caution defective air bag" was displayed. The contact was able to park the vehicle safely. The vehicle was not able to be driven and was towed to the contact's residence. The contact called volkswagen of murrieta (located at 41300 date st, murrieta, ca 92562, (951) 249-7072) and informed them of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 76,000.”Owner report · Steering · Aug 2019
Show 7 more owner reports
“ABS engine light is on. Found evidence online that vw extended coverage for replacement of this module. Fault code for safety recall for ABS module is 16v-913. Was told by the dealership that module is not under warranty. In addition, air bag indicator is on and check engine light is on. Just had the cheat device removed two months ago.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jul 2019
“I have recently noticed that the 2015 - 2019 jetta sportwagen been identified with a rear coil spring breaking issue and a recall will be issued april 19, 2019 - my 2010 jetta sportwagen has recently experienced the same issue and I believe the recall should be expanded”Owner report · Suspension · Dec 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta sportwagen. The contact stated that the anti-lock and ABS warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to flow volkswagen of winston-salem (425 silas creek parkway, winston-salem, nc 27127) where it was diagnosed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not covered under a warranty. The failure mileage was 82,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Oct 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta sportwagen. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The independent mechanic contacted mag volkswagen (6335 perimeter loop rd, dublin, oh 43017, (614) 389-5556) to assist with the diagnostic test. The contact was informed that the high pressure fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced along with the entire fuel system due to metal shavings in the fuel pump and fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jul 2018
“Got a notice from creditkarma.com giving me information on my car make and model being recalled for brake system issues.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jul 2018
“Vehicle warning lights came on for ABS and airbag while driving. Testing at dealership concluded ABS control module, ABS hydraulic pumps need replacing at 77,000 miles. Airbag seat pod on passenger side needs replacing at 77,000 miles.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta sportwagen. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer brandon volkswagen located at 9816 e adamo dr, tampa, fl 33619 was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not part of the recall and the contact had to pay for the repair. The manufacturer was not contacted and was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. ...updated 10/13/17 *bf”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Aug 2017
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are available. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
How other years compare
Check your exact Jetta Sportwagen by VIN
Recalls and equipment differ between individual vehicles. Decode your VIN to see what applies to yours.
Open VIN decoderFrequently asked questions
Is the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen reliable?
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen. The most complained-about area is fuel/propulsion system.
Does the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.