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3VWDX7AJ7CM••••••2012 Volkswagen JETTA
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2012 Volkswagen JETTA build (6 vs 4).
6on this build
447on the model
126builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedPower Train 2Steering 2Electrical System 2Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringcrashMay 2014
Airbag light continues to stay on. I had an accident back in 2014 and the airbag never deployed. The steering column ignition switch locked and my key was stuck with the car still running on in a station place. I was trying to park the car and my ignition switch locked and would…
Electrical SystemJan 2019
Unable to turn vehicle engine off. Ignition switch is stuck in the run position and will not turn to off position without breaking key off in the ignition. Dealership stated that it is a known problem but vehicle was out of warranty and repair cost over 700.00 which may only…
Power TrainApr 2018
I parked and could not remove my key or turn off the engine. My car is not safely drive able. Unpredictable if key will tur on or worse still turn off. The failure to turn off happened on a public street
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2017
My horn does not make a sound when I press on it however when I lock the car the horn sounds off. I have never had an issue with a car horn
Power TrainOct 2017
The contact owns a 2012 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the engine seized frequently while driving and there were metal fragments stuck in the engine and transmission. In addition, the engine control module and battery indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3VWDX7AJ7CM405400 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.