2022 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 43 owner complaints for the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta. The EPA rates it 33 to 35 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
43
Crashes / fires reported
1 / 0
EPA combined
33–35 MPG

2022 Volkswagen Jetta recalls

  • Back Over PreventionJul 20, 2022 · NHTSA 22V514000+

    Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2022 Volkswagen Jetta problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Engine12
  • Service Brakes12
  • Electrical System10
  • Forward Collision Avoidance9
  • Steering7
  • Lane Departure7
  • Fuel/Propulsion System3
  • Vehicle Speed Control2

2022 Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Jetta1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8)314135$1,850
Jetta1.5 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd294334$1,900
Jetta SE/SEL1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8)294033$1,950

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta, most recently for the back over prevention (Jul 20, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2022 Volkswagen Jetta problems?

Owners filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (12), service brakes (12), electrical system (10).

What gas mileage does the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Volkswagen Jetta at 33 to 35 MPG combined (best version: 31 city / 41 highway).

Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.