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2000 Volkswagen Jetta
4 recall campaigns and 436 complaints are on NHTSA's register for the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta; the recalls concern exterior lighting and equipment.
The component named most often is engine and engine cooling: 218.5 of every 1,000 component mentions for this year, above the 116 per 1,000 across all 2000 model-year vehicles and against 86.8 per 1,000 for the Volkswagen Jetta line as a whole.
That is more than the average of 181.9 complaints per model year across the 45 Volkswagen Jetta model years on this register; 27 complaints reported a crash and 14 a fire.
Complaints were received in the largest number in 2002 (81); the most recent in the file is dated 10 Sep 2018.
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation has opened 6 investigations naming this model year.
Complaints are consumer reports and have not been verified by NHTSA. Recall text is the manufacturer's Part 573 report as filed with NHTSA. Complaint file through 15 May 2019; recall file through 29 Sep 2026.
Recalls by model year:
Recall campaigns
Defect, as filed: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic or manual transmissions and cruise controls, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03v-265 or 04v-096.
Consequence: The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on november 27, 2006. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.
Filed by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC (manufacturer campaign N4).
- 04V584000EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCHReported 16 Dec 2004 · 410,000 units
Defect, as filed: On certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs.
Consequence: This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Filed by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC (manufacturer campaign VX).
Defect, as filed: On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction.
Consequence: If this happens, the brake lights could become inoperative, or come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked.
Remedy: This recall has been superceded by 06v-183. Owners who have had a remedy performed under this recall should return to their dealer for the redesigned remedy. Owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Filed by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC (manufacturer campaign WX).
Defect, as filed: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." child seat anchorages installed in the vehicle's rear seats must be identified by markings, and their location and use be described in the owner's manual.
Consequence: These vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a supplement for the owner's manual and also one set of four guidance fixtures intended to use in conjunction with child seats equipped with rigid or semi-rigid lower anchorage attachments. Also enclosed will be four decals together with installation instructions and a template for attaching the decals to the lower seat backs. Owner notification is expected to begin september 15, 2002. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.
Filed by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC.
Each entry links to the NHTSA record. NHTSA states that safety recall repairs are free of charge at an authorised dealer; check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Component mentions per 1,000 for the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta (black) against all 2000 model-year vehicles in the file (yellow). A complaint can name more than one component.
| Per 1,000 component mentions | 2000 | Jetta line | All 2000 vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 218.5 | 86.8 | 116 |
| Visibility | 126 | 52.3 | 37.6 |
| Electrical System | 105.3 | 151.8 | 99.3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 76.6 | 39.6 | 108.3 |
| Air Bags | 73.4 | 67.6 | 54 |
| Power Train | 63.8 | 117 | 83.9 |
| Component | Mentions | Per 1,000 | Line | All 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 137 | 218.5 | 86.8 | 116 |
| Visibility | 79 | 126 | 52.3 | 37.6 |
| Electrical System | 66 | 105.3 | 151.8 | 99.3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 48 | 76.6 | 39.6 | 108.3 |
| Air Bags | 46 | 73.4 | 67.6 | 54 |
| Power Train | 40 | 63.8 | 117 | 83.9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 35 | 55.8 | 40.4 | 32.8 |
| Equipment | 24 | 38.3 | 18.5 | 17.5 |
| Structure | 21 | 33.5 | 30.6 | 65.9 |
| Unknown or Other | 20 | 31.9 | 38.5 | 18.9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 30.3 | 27.3 | 42.9 |
| Seats | 16 | 25.5 | 32.5 | 15.1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 20.7 | 20.4 | 34.5 |
| Suspension | 11 | 17.5 | 14.4 | 80.5 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 15.9 | 15 | 17.4 |
| Steering | 9 | 14.4 | 17.5 | 45.7 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 8 | 12.8 | 18.2 | 16.3 |
| Engine | 7 | 11.2 | 55.5 | 10.7 |
| Tires | 6 | 9.6 | 13.2 | 47.5 |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 4.8 | 2.8 | 6.8 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 3 | 4.8 | 47.3 | 0.8 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 3.2 | 1.8 | 5.9 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1.6 | 1.9 | 4.7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | 1.6 | 36.8 | 4.3 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1.6 | 22.2 | 11.2 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
436 unique complaints, 627 component mentions; 34 injuries and 2 deaths reported by complainants. Complaint narratives are not republished.
Complaints by year received
Investigations
| Action | Type | Subject | Component | Opened | Closed | Recall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RQ06004 | Recall query | BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE | exterior lighting:brake lights:switch | 28 Feb 2006 | 7 Aug 2006 | 06V183000 |
| DP05004 | Defect petition | ENGINE STALLING | electrical system:ignition:module | 11 Aug 2005 | 8 Dec 2005 | — |
| PE04073 | Preliminary evaluation | TURN SIGNAL/HAZARD FLASHER FAILURE | exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch | 19 Oct 2004 | 16 Dec 2004 | 04V584000 |
| RQ03010 | Recall query | BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH | exterior lighting:brake lights:switch | 17 Dec 2003 | 1 Mar 2004 | 04V096000 |
| EA00028 | Engineering analysis | FUEL TANK PUNCTURE | vehicle speed control:linkages | 28 Dec 2000 | 29 Jan 2002 | 02V026000 |
| PE00033 | Preliminary evaluation | FUEL TANK PUNCTURE | vehicle speed control:linkages | 10 Aug 2000 | 28 Dec 2000 | — |
Other Volkswagen Jetta model years
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | Units in campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 NHTSA | 1 | 0 | 930,000 |
| 1981 | 3 | 0 | 933,225 |
| 1982 NHTSA | 1 | 0 | 930,000 |
| 1983 NHTSA | 1 | 0 | 105,000 |
| 1984 NHTSA | 1 | 1 | 105,000 |
| 1985 | 3 | 13 | 938,020 |
| 1986 | 2 | 14 | 928,520 |
| 1987 | 3 | 18 | 936,520 |
| 1988 | 7 | 19 | 1,096,384 |
| 1989 | 4 | 28 | 1,092,000 |
| 1990 | 5 | 22 | 1,095,225 |
| 1991 | 5 | 31 | 447,665 |
| 1992 | 2 | 30 | 370,650 |
| 1993 | 4 | 17 | 529,000 |
| 1994 | 5 | 117 | 530,100 |
| 1995 | 4 | 220 | 529,000 |
| 1996 | 1 | 174 | 238,000 |
| 1997 | 1 | 141 | 487,284 |
| 1998 | 2 | 191 | 497,095 |
| 1999 | 6 | 349 | 1,623,805 |
| 2000 | 4 | 436 | 1,766,326 |
| 2001 | 6 | 666 | 2,823,326 |
| 2002 | 5 | 701 | 2,490,376 |
| 2003 | 2 | 450 | 1,004,564 |
| 2004 | 2 | 228 | 1,021,284 |
| 2005 | 4 | 233 | 1,400,867 |
| 2006 | 4 | 560 | 652,730 |
| 2007 | 4 | 183 | 593,943 |
| 2008 | 4 | 163 | 593,943 |
| 2009 | 6 | 792 | 573,901 |
| 2010 | 4 | 784 | 548,194 |
| 2011 | 7 | 488 | 1,806,643 |
| 2012 | 5 | 388 | 1,705,306 |
| 2013 | 4 | 289 | 1,537,031 |
| 2014 | 4 | 201 | 1,165,962 |
| 2015 | 7 | 86 | 842,058 |
| 2016 | 4 | 45 | 989,141 |
| 2017 | 6 | 31 | 902,895 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 897,219 |
| 2019 | 11 | 74 | 756,044 |
| 2020 | 6 | 0 | 625,595 |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | 75,575 |
| 2022 NHTSA | 1 | 0 | 43,091 |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | 123,488 |
| 2026 NHTSA | 1 | 0 | 48,165 |
Model years with a single campaign and fewer than 25 complaints have no page here; the NHTSA link opens the agency's record for that year.
All Volkswagen Jetta model years · Volkswagen: 43 model lines
Questions and answers
How many recalls does the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns name this model year; the most recent, 06V183000, was reported to NHTSA on 24 May 2006 and concerns exterior lighting:brake lights:switch. Across all model years the Volkswagen Jetta line has 79 campaigns.
Is there an open NHTSA investigation into the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA's investigation file lists 6 actions naming this model year; the table above shows each action's opening and closing dates. An action with no closing date was still open when the file was produced.
What component do owners of the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta complain about most?
Engine and Engine Cooling: 137 of 627 component mentions (218.5 per 1,000). Next is visibility with 79. Complaints are consumer reports and have not been verified by NHTSA.
How do I get a recall repaired?
NHTSA states that safety recall repairs are performed free of charge by the manufacturer's authorised dealers. Each campaign's remedy text above is the manufacturer's statement as filed with NHTSA. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether a specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.
Where does this data come from?
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation recall, complaint and investigation flat files, public domain, downloaded 29 Sep 2026. Complaint counts are unique complaint numbers per make, model and model year; component figures count each component a complaint names. The NHTSA record linked from each campaign is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Office of Defects Investigation flat files (recalls, complaints, investigations), public domain, files dated 29 Sep 2026 (recalls) and 15 May 2019 (complaints). Complaints since 1 Jan 1995. Counts are unique complaint numbers per make, model and model year; per-1,000 rates divide a component's mentions by all mentions for the same group. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections and the methodology.