How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Jetta?

NHTSA lists 22 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Jetta, which is 14% of the 161 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?

No related recall is listed in this data for the 2016 Jetta's Transmission & Powertrain area, though some owners compared their issue to a known recall on 2013-2015 Jetta hybrids.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2016 Jetta was 32,000 miles.

Did the 2016 Jetta's transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Jetta.

2016 Volkswagen Jetta Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 22 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, 14% of that year's 161 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 32,000 miles, with 2 crashes and 1 injury reported. No related recall is listed for this component on this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 22; 14% of 161
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 32,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the car hesitating or refusing to accelerate for several seconds after coming to a stop, sometimes leaving the vehicle stuck in an intersection.
Some drivers describe the transmission popping out of 3rd gear during normal driving, with the dealer unable to reproduce the issue on inspection.
One owner reported the clutch slipping at 32,000 miles, with the dealer unwilling to confirm warranty coverage without further diagnosis.
Several complaints describe a cracked transmission unit, which owners compared to a known issue on 2013-2015 Jetta hybrid models using the same part.
Owners also report shaking and puttering at stops and during acceleration, accompanied by a check engine light tied to transmission fluid pressure.
One complaint described the car unexpectedly shifting into reverse while in drive, requiring the engine to be shut off and restarted to correct it.

When 2016 Volkswagen Jetta transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 21, 2016, latest Jan 18, 2026.

22 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2016 to Jan 2026; peak Nov 2017 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2016 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 NHTSA have for the 2016 Jetta?: NHTSA lists 22 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Jetta, which is 14% of the 161 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta?: No related recall is listed in this data for the 2016 Jetta's Transmission & Powertrain area, though some owners compared their issue to a known recall on 2013-2015 Jetta hybrids.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2016 Jetta was 32,000 miles.
Did the 2016 Jetta's transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2016 Jetta.