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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 3VWPL7AJ2CM630980 · Checked Oct 15, 2026
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3VWPL7AJ2CM•••••• 2012 Volkswagen JETTA SPORTWAGEN

This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2012 Volkswagen JETTA SPORTWAGEN build (4 vs 2).

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26on the model
17builds in total
Most reported Fuel System 1 Diesel 1 Engine 1 Fuel/propulsion System 1

What owners of this build wrote

Power Train May 2019
When moving from stop, transmission takes a second to engage. This is dangerous because when trying to take a turn from stop, hesitation could lead to serious accident. Engage 1st gear
Fuel/propulsion System Jun 2015
The car is a 2012 jetta sportwagon tdi. It has received all appropriate service and maintenance, and only diesel fuel has been used in the car. There was approximately 1/2 tank of diesel left when the incident occurred. While driving on a residential street, the glow plug…
Engine Jan 2015
Engine would not start after standing in cold weather x 10 days. Moisture from the intake air condensed & collected in the charge air cooler. This moisture then froze, and caused blockage of the intake air system. TSB issued in june 2011, amended september 2011, re: this issue.…
Fuel System Jul 2013
2013-07-19 - driving at 25mph, engine becomes unresponsive, error light comes on, engine stops completely, loss of steering and brake power, was able to coast to side street. Vehicle would not restart. Had to call a tow truck. Vw service team manager asserts metal shavings in…

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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 3VWPL7AJ2CM630980 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.