2014 Volkswagen Jetta steering problems

Filed Dec 3, 2025 · Airbags, Steering · IA · crash

On October 17, 2025, I was driving my 2014 Volkswagen Jetta at approximately 25–30 mph on the bypass in Muscatine, Iowa. Another vehicle cut into my lane and struck the front driver-side of my car. My vehicle suffered significant front-end impact, including wheel/tire damage, bumper and fender damage, and visible suspension impact. During the crash, the driver-side airbag did NOT deploy, even though the impact was directly to the front driver-side area where the crash sensors are located. The airbag warning light did not come on before or after the crash. Because the force of the impact was strong enough to damage the front wheel, suspension components, and bumper structure, I believe the airbag system (airbag module, front crash sensor, or related wiring) failed to detect the crash properly. A collision at this speed and angle should have triggered airbag deployment. This failure put me at risk of serious injury. I am reporting this because the airbag system did not function as intended in a front-end collision, and I am concerned there is a defect affecting the airbag deployment sensors or modules in this model.

Filed Sep 20, 2022 · Airbags, Steering · VA

2014 Volkswagen Jetta GLI. Part number 5K0953569AL air bag clock spring failed leaving air bag and horn unusable. Dealerships say this is the most back ordered Volkswagen part. Many wait lists have several thousand people waiting with no end in sight. No one can provide a ship date. These cars cannot legally be on the road and cannot be sold back to a dealership because they won’t pass inspection. This part has been involved in a recall previously with the same issues, but not all affected cars are covered under the recall. I am personally unable to find a solution and my car has been unusable and unsafe. When I realized how normal and not unique my exact situation was, I felt the need to report this problem on behalf of the tens of thousands of people who are without safe vehicles, including myself. I am hoping that the recall can be extended to these other cars desk with the exact same clock spring issues so that we can be provided with solutions that can get our cars back on the road safely. Thank you for your time.

Filed Dec 28, 2021 · Seat belts, Steering · OH

SRS system error, says my seatbelt is not fastened when it is, warning chime and light intermittently will continue to chime with light illuminated saying my seatbelt is not fastened. When key is inserted wheel will sometimes not unlock allowing the key to turn from off to accessory or start position, as if the key isn’t working properly.

Filed Feb 15, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 138 miles · TX

Upon arrival at destination key will not come out of ignition, this has happen on 12 occasions. Transmission is leaking around oil ring which may cause it to flow in coolant. Dealership stated recalls are out just not my VIN number. I would like for this VIN to be included, asap.

Filed Oct 18, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 57,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled away after it was shifted into park. The failure recurred in august of 2019. Also, while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate and multiple warning indicators flashed. The vehicle was taken to burke volkswagen (located at 519 stone harbor blvd, cape may court house, nj 08210, (609) 465-6000) to be diagnosed, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v615000 (electrical system, steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the part was not available for the repair. The failure mileage was 57,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Oct 2, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 70,000 miles · TN

Vehicle ignition switch sticks. Sometimes it is hard to turn on other times it is very difficult to turn off. Condition is getting worse.

Filed Aug 15, 2019 · Steering · 80,000 miles · FL

Ignition key failure, ignition unit needs to be replaced. Key is getting jammed into the ignition. Car is stationary.

Filed Aug 14, 2019 · Steering · 58,675 miles · NJ

While driving on a public roadway, the power steering assist began to diminish causing a need for increased physical effort to steer the vehicle while an unusual noise (hissing) was detected from the engine compartment area. Examination at an authorized vw service facility revealed a power steering fluid leak from the left side steering rack bellows requiring a total steering rack replacement at a cost of $1,886.89. Vehicle odo was 58,734 miles at the time of this repair.

Filed Aug 1, 2019 · Steering · 350 miles · VA

Purchase (2 ) 2014 vw jetta. The ignition cilinder stop working 6 months after buying the car. After numerous times at the dealer with the second jetta and telling them something is wrong . The dealer kept on telling me their is no recall and I would have to replace it at my expense. This is a common problem since looking at this matter on the net. . At times this key problem is a hassard because it can make the electronics of the car fail. Does some have to die for this to be a recall and protect the consumers? Please look into the matter and make vw own up to what is the right thing to keep people on the road and not six foot under. Key stop working while car is running, electronic frailer, you can turn keys to any position, can turn the car on, I was on vacation on a ferry and could not move the car cb the key could not be turned for anything.

Filed Jun 24, 2019 · Steering · 39,000 miles · WA

Key gets stuck in ignition when turning off the engine.