How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?

NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2019 Jetta, which is 3% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?

Yes. Recall 19V110000, reported 2019-02-20, covers vehicles where an incorrect driver frontal airbag may have been installed during a service or repair visit. Volkswagen dealers replace the airbag with the correct part free of charge.

Did the airbag problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to these 16 airbag complaints shows 7 crashes and 8 injuries reported for the 2019 Jetta.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2019 Jetta?

The median mileage at failure among reported airbag complaints for the 2019 Jetta is 6,250 miles.

2019 Volkswagen Jetta Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, 3% of its 548 total complaints, with 7 crashes and 8 injuries reported. A related recall (19V110000) covers an incorrect driver frontal airbag installed during service.

Airbags complaints: 16; 3% of 548
Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 6,250 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Passenger-side airbag warning light turns on intermittently and disables the passenger airbag even when someone is seated there.
Airbag system shows an 'AIRBAG:ERROR' message on the dash, sometimes with the airbag failing to deploy in a crash.
Owners report airbags deploying in a collision but staying inflated too long, trapping the driver in the seat.
A driver frontal airbag deployed and caused a laceration/burn on an owner's forearm during a collision.
Passenger airbag deactivates or reactivates on its own depending on how the passenger sits or moves in the seat.

When 2019 Volkswagen Jetta airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 12, 2018, latest Jun 25, 2026.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2018 to Jun 2026; peak Nov 2018 (1).

Airbags recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta

NHTSA 19V110000Feb 20, 2019Airbags4 vehicles
Air bags:frontal
Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta vehicles. An incorrect driver frontal airbag may have been installed during a service/repair visit.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the wrong air bag may not work correctly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag with the correct part, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y7.

Airbags complaints by Jetta model year

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

200526 (10%)
200665 (11%)
200735 (17%)
200820 (11%)
200935 (4%)
201031 (4%)
201137 (6%)
201234 (7%)
201331 (6%)
201437 (10%)
201517 (9%)
20167 (4%)
201721 (13%)
20186 (19%)
201916 (3%)
20202 (4%)
20215 (7%)
20221 (2%)
20231 (2%)
20242 (5%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?: NHTSA lists 16 airbag complaints for the 2019 Jetta, which is 3% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta?: Yes. Recall 19V110000, reported 2019-02-20, covers vehicles where an incorrect driver frontal airbag may have been installed during a service or repair visit. Volkswagen dealers replace the airbag with the correct part free of charge.
Did the airbag problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to these 16 airbag complaints shows 7 crashes and 8 injuries reported for the 2019 Jetta.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up on the 2019 Jetta?: The median mileage at failure among reported airbag complaints for the 2019 Jetta is 6,250 miles.