2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 251 on record.
2007 Volkswagen Jetta at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2007 Volkswagen Jetta recalls 6
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation…
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
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…
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.
2007 Volkswagen Jetta common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 201 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2007 Volkswagen Jetta safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2007 Volkswagen Jetta MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2007 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 ($4,129) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,655), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2007 Volkswagen Jetta trims & engines on record
2007 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles on record
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWRF71K17M119713
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWPG71K67M029087
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition PZEV3VWEG71KX7M177394
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWPG71K37M187158
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF71K47M180519
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Base PZEV3VWGG71K27M010147
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition PZEV3VWEG71K07M156943
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWDF71K97M029641
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF71K67M113386
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Base PZEV3VWGG81K87M047662
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWRF71K77M009409
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 PZEV3VWPG71K57M129830
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF71K57M157640
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF71K67M192624
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Base PZEV3VWGG71K77M024335
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF81K17M077337
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF71K17M156467
2007 Volkswagen Jetta GLI3VWXJ71K77M022313
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF71K57M140613
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.53VWSF71K87M132606
2007 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition3VWEF71K27M053221
2007 Volkswagen Jetta GLI3VWWJ71KX7M088558
2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T3VWAJ71K87M061563
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2007 Volkswagen Jetta — frequently asked questions
Does the 2007 Volkswagen Jetta have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2007 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 2007 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on 201 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, air bags.
What is the 2007 Volkswagen Jetta safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2007 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 2007 Volkswagen Jetta get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2007 Volkswagen Jetta at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 29 highway).
How much is a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta worth?
Comparable 2007 Volkswagen Jetta listings run roughly $2,500–$6,000, typically around $4,129 (from 251 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.