2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI
3VWPL7AJ9CM698452
Vehicle history report for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI (VIN 3VWPL7AJ9CM698452). Silver, wagon, 2.0L 4-cyl 140 hp, diesel. 89,906 mi reported. Registered in Pa. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen worth?
What comparable 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 3VWPL7AJ9CM698452
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Safety recalls 1
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are av
NHTSA Campaign #16V078000 · 10/02/2016We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen yet — a good sign. Still, run the essential pre-purchase checks below before you buy.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
No — and no legitimate service can. Linking a VIN or plate to a named owner is restricted by the U.S. Driver's Privacy Protection Act, the EU GDPR and equivalent laws. CarLogs shows the vehicle only — specs, recalls, problems and value — never the person.
Is the VIN 3VWPL7AJ9CM698452 valid?
3VWPL7AJ9CM698452 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Mexico. It decodes to the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen.
Does the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen have any open safety recalls?
Yes — 1 open NHTSA safety recall is on record for the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen. Recall repairs are carried out free by any franchised dealer; see the recall details above.
What is a fair price for a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen?
Comparable 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen listings run roughly $9,200–$17,250, typically around $13,564 (from 72 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 35 highway).
Data last checked 22 Aug 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.