How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta have?

NHTSA lists 46 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2012 Jetta, which is 9% of the 499 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2012 Jetta.

At what mileage do 2012 Jetta transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2012 Jetta is 40,770 miles.

Are 2012 Jetta transmission problems worse than other Jetta years?

The 2012 Jetta's 9% share of complaints tied to Transmission & Powertrain is lower than 2013 (27%) and 2019 (30%), but similar to 2011 and 2017.

Did the transmission issues cause crashes or injuries in the 2012 Jetta?

NHTSA records 0 crashes and 1 injury among the 46 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Jetta.

2012 Volkswagen Jetta Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 46 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 9% of its 499 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 40,770 miles, and no related recalls are on file for this area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 46; 9% of 499
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 40,770 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the transmission lurching, jerking, or slipping in and out of gear, especially when trying to hold a constant speed.
Some describe the transmission bucking, hesitating, or stuttering shortly after taking delivery of the car.
Several report the transmission seeming to leave gear at highway speed with cruise control engaged, causing the engine to rev high before an abrupt downshift.
One owner reported the vehicle getting stuck in reverse and being unable to shift into park or drive, leaving the car unable to restart.
A vibration felt throughout the car above 50 mph was reported, which the owner attributed to a possible dual mass flywheel or axle issue.
One owner reported the transmission slamming into gear and being unable to shift past third gear, accompanied by a warning light.

When 2012 Volkswagen Jetta transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 20, 2011, latest Mar 15, 2025.

46 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2011 to Mar 2025; peak Oct 2012 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Jetta model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200584 (34%)
2006245 (42%)
200733 (16%)
200853 (28%)
2009141 (16%)
2010111 (13%)
201154 (9%)
201246 (9%)
2013140 (27%)
201473 (19%)
201523 (12%)
201622 (14%)
201715 (9%)
20185 (16%)
2019162 (30%)
20207 (13%)
20212 (3%)
20220 (0%)
20232 (5%)
20247 (16%)
20256 (21%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta have?: NHTSA lists 46 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2012 Jetta, which is 9% of the 499 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2012 Jetta.
At what mileage do 2012 Jetta transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2012 Jetta is 40,770 miles.
Are 2012 Jetta transmission problems worse than other Jetta years?: The 2012 Jetta's 9% share of complaints tied to Transmission & Powertrain is lower than 2013 (27%) and 2019 (30%), but similar to 2011 and 2017.
Did the transmission issues cause crashes or injuries in the 2012 Jetta?: NHTSA records 0 crashes and 1 injury among the 46 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2012 Jetta.