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2016 Volkswagen Jetta: Quick Overview
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2016 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2016 |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Sedan |
| Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Mexico |
| Manufacturing City | PUEBLA |
Dimensions
| Doors | 4-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 1.8-T |
| Engine Size | 1.8L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | 6-Speed |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Have?
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How long will the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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2016 Volkswagen Jetta Prices and Market Value
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2016 Volkswagen Jetta Cost of Ownership
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2016 Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
29 gallons
City Mileage
25 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage
36 miles/gallon
2016 Volkswagen Jetta Safety Rating
NHTSA
2016 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls & Defects
Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail
Recall date
2016-06-06
Recall no.
16v403000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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 11, 2015. IN THE Affected Vehicles, THE Fuel Rail MAY Detach From THE Cylinder Head and Result IN A Fuel Leak.
Consequence
A Fuel Leak, IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source, CAN Result IN A Vehicle Fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Replace THE Cylinder Heads, Free OF Charge. THE Manufacturer HAS NOT YET Provided A Notification Schedule. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 15f7.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
Recall date
2015-10-26
Recall no.
15v705000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
IF THE Camshaft Lobe Shears OFF There Would BE A Loss OF Brake Assist, Lengthening THE Distance Needed TO Stop THE Vehicle and Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen Dealer Will Update THE Engine Control Module (Ecm) Software. THE Recall Began March 2016. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 23r1.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Engine and Engine Cooling:engine
Recall date
2015-10-26
Recall no.
15v705000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
IF THE Camshaft Lobe Shears OFF There Would BE A Loss OF Brake Assist, Lengthening THE Distance Needed TO Stop THE Vehicle and Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen Dealer Will Update THE Engine Control Module (Ecm) Software. THE Recall Began March 2016. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 23r1.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Steering:column Locking:anti-Theft Device
Recall date
2019-08-22
Recall no.
19v615000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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 Shift Lever Micro Switch Contacts MAY Enable THE KEY TO BE Removed From THE Ignition When THE Transmission Shift Lever IS NOT IN "park."
Consequence
Removing THE KEY While THE Shift Lever IS IN A Position Other Than "park" Increases THE Risk OF AN Unintended Vehicle Rollaway That MAY Result IN Personal Injury or A Crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Install AN Additional Switch and Circuit Board, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began November 19, 2019. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 37m2.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:control Module
Recall date
2019-08-22
Recall no.
19v615000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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 Shift Lever Micro Switch Contacts MAY Enable THE KEY TO BE Removed From THE Ignition When THE Transmission Shift Lever IS NOT IN "park."
Consequence
Removing THE KEY While THE Shift Lever IS IN A Position Other Than "park" Increases THE Risk OF AN Unintended Vehicle Rollaway That MAY Result IN Personal Injury or A Crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Install AN Additional Switch and Circuit Board, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began November 19, 2019. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 37m2.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail
Recall date
2020-10-21
Recall no.
20v648000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
A Fuel Leak Increases THE Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Replace THE Fuel Rail Bolts And, AS Necessary, THE Fuel Rail. THE Recall Began March 31, 2021. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 24gi.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Recall date
2020-09-23
Recall no.
20e064000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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 Cylinder TO Come Apart.
Consequence
IF There IS A Brake Fluid Leak, IT CAN Reduce Braking Ability, Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Beck/Arnley Will Notify THE Distributors That Sold THE Master Cylinders and Will Work With THE Distributors TO Notify THE END Users. Affected Master Cylinders Will BE Exchanged FOR A NEW Master Cylinder (Part Number 072-9990), Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began October 30, 2020. Owners MAY Contact Tenneco Customer Service AT 1-800-625-9319.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
2016 Volkswagen Jetta Insurance
Insurance for a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Compare to Other Sedan?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta a Good Sedan?
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Eugene S
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