2012 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 80 fuel system complaints for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 16% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 37,000. A related recall (11V490000) addresses a fuel injector line issue on 2009-2012 Jetta and Jetta Sportwagen models, and 2010-2012 Golf models.
- Fuel System complaints
- 80
- 16% of 499
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 37,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Vehicles enter limp mode or lose power suddenly on the highway, sometimes traced to a failing high-pressure fuel pump.
- Cars shudder or stutter around 30 mph, occasionally stalling completely at stops or on downhill grades.
- High-pressure fuel pump failures send metal shards through the fuel system, requiring pump, filter, line, and injector replacement.
- Engines lose fuel pressure and stall unexpectedly at low speeds after accelerating from a stop, sometimes with a glow plug or check engine light.
- Diesel odor and a broken seal near the intake manifold were reported shortly after a vehicle left the dealer lot.
- Diesel fuel pump nozzles do not fit properly into the fill neck, causing fuel to spill during refueling.
When 2012 Volkswagen Jetta fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 23, 2011, latest Jun 21, 2024.
Fuel System recalls for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
- NHTSA 11V490000Oct 3, 2011Fuel System168,275 vehicles
Fuel system, diesel
Volkswagen is recalling certain model 2009-2012 jetta and jetta sportwagen vehicles, manufactured from may 2008 through september 2011, model year 2010-2012 volkswagen golf vehicles, manufactured from may 2009 through september 2011, and model year 2010-2012 audi a3 vehicles, manufactured from september 2009 through september 2011, that are equipped with a 2.0l tdi common rail diesel engine/clean diesel engine. The fuel injection pulses could coincide with the natural frequency of the injector line #2, in specific load and rpm conditions. This resonance creates additional stress in the fuel line.
Risk: Due to the resonance condition, injector line number 2 could develop small cracks which could lead to fuel leakage. Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will install an improved fuel injector line for the number 2 cylinder on certain vehicles and will install vibration dampers on all of the injector lines. Volkswagen and audi will notify owners to have the vehicles repaired free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Fuel System complaints by Jetta model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are fuel system complaints on the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta?
- NHTSA lists 80 fuel system complaints for the 2012 Jetta, which is 16% of all 499 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for fuel system issues on the 2012 Jetta?
- Yes. Recall 11V490000, reported in October 2011, covers a fuel injector line issue on 2009-2012 Jetta and Jetta Sportwagen models and 2010-2012 Golf models. Volkswagen's remedy involves installing an improved fuel injector line for the number 2 cylinder.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2012 Jetta?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for fuel system complaints on the 2012 Jetta is 37,000 miles.
- Are the 2012 Jetta's fuel system problems worse than other model years?
- The 2012 Jetta's 80 fuel system complaints and 16% share are lower than the 2010 model year (303 complaints, 36% share) and the 2011 model year (166 complaints, 27% share), but higher in raw count than most years after 2013.
- Did the fuel system problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 1 injury and 0 crashes or fires among the 2012 Jetta's fuel system complaints.