2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.
2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 14 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI safety ratings
Rollover risk: 13.1% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 8
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
Suggested fuel additive
Bulletin V0116152014815_20 · Engine · Sep 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 39-2026 · Sep 2026Repair or Replace Information
Bulletin V4622022067177_5 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: Part number 3Q0-959-435N software version number 1307 has incorrect coding.
Bulletin VOS-26-47 · Electrical System · Aug 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 04-2026 · Power Train · Aug 2026Replacement instruction
Bulletin V4015022033347_8 · Power Train · Aug 2026Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
Bulletin TT 00-13-04_7 · Aug 2026Differences between a leak and seepage
Bulletin V0026012081638_2 · Aug 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the JETTA GLI FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.