2016 Volkswagen Jetta
2016 Volkswagen Jetta in NHTSA data: length 465 cm, curb weight 1,272–1,502 kg and 5 recall campaigns.
2016 Volkswagen Jetta at a glance
NHTSA lists 4 specification rows for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. Overall length is 465 cm (183.1 in), width 178 cm, height 145 cm and wheelbase 265 cm (104.3 in). Curb weight is 1,272–1,502 kg (2,804–3,311 lb). Against the 2015 model year NHTSA lists overall length 465 cm (2015: 465 cm) and curb weight 1,272–1,502 kg (2015: 1,272–1,502 kg).
Variants and dimensions
One row per variant as NHTSA’s Canadian vehicle specifications list it. Metric values are NHTSA’s; inches and pounds are converted here.
| Variant (as listed by NHTSA) | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JETTA 4DR SEDAN 1.8L TSI | 465 cm183.1 in | 178 cm70.1 in | 145 cm57.1 in | 265 cm104.3 in | 1,364 kg3,007 lb |
| JETTA 4DR SEDAN 2.0 TDI | 465 cm183.1 in | 178 cm70.1 in | 145 cm57.1 in | 265 cm104.3 in | 1,470 kg3,241 lb |
| JETTA 4DR SEDAN 2.0L | 465 cm183.1 in | 178 cm70.1 in | 145 cm57.1 in | 265 cm104.3 in | 1,272 kg2,804 lb |
| JETTA 4DR SEDAN TURBO HYBRID | 465 cm183.1 in | 178 cm70.1 in | 145 cm57.1 in | 265 cm104.3 in | 1,502 kg3,311 lb |
Recall campaigns for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this make, model and model year. This is not a check of one car: whether a campaign is open on a specific vehicle depends on its VIN. Check an exact VIN on NHTSA.gov.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V648000 | 21 October 2020 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak. |
| 20E064000 | 23 September 2020 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER | Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the… |
| 19V615000 | 22 August 2019 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the… |
| 16V403000 | 6 June 2016 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jetta vehicles manufactured October 31, 2015, to January 21, 2016, 2016 Passat vehicles, equipped with 1.8T engines manufactured November 13, 2015, to December 9, 2015, and 2016 Golf vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to November… |
| 15V705000 | 26 October 2015 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist. |
Other Jetta model years
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Data from NHTSA vPIC and the NHTSA recalls API, fetched 17 October 2026. See how the data is built.