No recalls found for the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI in NHTSA’s database.
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3 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
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Recent complaints
On September 25th 2026, while driving my 2020 Volkswagen Jetta south on Route 12, the driver-front wheel completely separated from the vehicle while in motion. The vehicle suffered an immediate loss of structural control, and the undercarriage dropped directly onto the roadway, causing extensive mechanical, structural and body damage. A subsequent post-incident inspection by a certified Volkswagen dealership (NYE Volkswagen of Rome) revealed that the bolt holes on the wheel hub assembly were severely oblong, indicating that the lug bolts had loosened and backed out during operation. The vehicle had recently received 4 new tires on August 21st 2026 and the subsequent retorque on August 24th a
upon my mechanic's inspection of the vehicle for an unrelated issue, it was found that the entire subframe is rusty and corroded. He informed me that it was at a critical stage that would sooner than later lead to structural failure. Upon brining it to the VW dealer, they agreed with the assessment. VW is not willing to take responsibility for the issue. I am willing to let it be inspected upon request and the dealer supplied me with a video of the inspection. There has been no indication that this was happening, it was only found when my car was put on a rack for an unrelated issue. Here's a link to the video [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.
On 2 separate occasions (in recent 2 months); the car would not restart and error messages would include printing the electrical parking brake engagement. Attempts to reset were futile. Car had to be towed. After 2nd incident, the VW dealership identified that the ground wire for the electrical harness that runs through fuse box and engine was severely overheated resulting in inability to start. There are no recalls on this item; from a safety standpoint, this could happen while driving and a loss of power could result with overheated ground wire condition. This is a potential very unsafe condition and a costly repair item. In comparison, the non-start stop button vehicles have experienced t
2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI crash test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Driver aids on the tested 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning no. Rollover risk: 13.1%.
2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI recall FAQ
Does the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI have any recalls?
No recalls are currently listed for the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI. Check again before buying, as new recalls can be issued at any time.
What are the most common 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI problems?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is steering (1 reports), followed by suspension.
Is the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI safe?
The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.
How do I get a recall fixed on my 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.