2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 329 on record.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta recalls 6
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.
Fix: 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…
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use i…
Fix: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 JETTA, NEW BEETLE, NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, MODEL YEAR 2009 JETTA SPORTWAGEN AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 RABBIT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES. THE JETTA, JETTA SPORTWAGEN, AND RABBIT VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST AN UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE NEW BEETLE AND THE NEW BEETLE CONV…
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL LINE. ADDITIONALLY, DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE MODEL, DEALERS WILL EITHER REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR, OR INSPECT THE POSITION OF THE FASTENING CLAMP AND ADJUST THE RELATED FASTENING CLAMP INTO THE…
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 25,594 MY 2006-2009 JETTA 5TH GENERATION EQUIPPED WITH 2.01 ENGINE. THE FASTENING SCREW CONTACT SURFACES ON THE DRIVESHAFT COVER PLATE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. SOME SCREWS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED PROPERLY DURING ASSEMBLY AND COULD LOOSEN OVER TIME, CAUSING A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THE DRIVESHAFT SCREWS COULD LOOSEN TO THE POINT WHER…
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVESHAFT SCREWS AND REPLACE THE SCREWS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THAT DISABLES THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW AND IF PRESENT, THE CAP WILL BE REMOVED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 31, 2007. OWN…
CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L GASOLINE ENGINES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST THE UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR AND WILL ALSO INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 24, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-893-5298.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 580 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,488) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,255), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2006 Volkswagen Jetta trims & engines on record
2006 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles on record
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWRF71KX6M676246
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWRG71K66M667251
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWRG71K56M633172
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T3VWMJ71K36M676968
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWSF71K06M778480
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWSF71K56M772433
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWSF71K36M626502
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWSG71K26M722702
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWRG71K56M844923
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWRG71K06M777390
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWSF71K06M786479
2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI3VWXJ71K76M629441
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWDF71K96M633351
2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI3VWST71K56M700592
2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI3VWWJ71K86M671418
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWRG71K56M718769
2006 Volkswagen Jetta Value Edition PZEV3VWPG71K66M668598
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWSF81K06M770420
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWRF71K06M787355
2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWRF71K46M831292
2006 Volkswagen Jetta Value Edition3VWPF71KX6M797835
2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI3VWST81K26M800011
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2006 Volkswagen Jetta — frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on 580 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, power train, electrical system.
What is the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta at about 27 mpg combined (24 city / 32 highway).
How much is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta worth?
Comparable 2006 Volkswagen Jetta listings run roughly $2,000–$5,100, typically around $3,488 (from 328 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.