Model year guide

2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen — representative photo
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2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints875
Combined25–32 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V078000 · 10/02/2016

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.

Fix: 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 a…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen common problems

Owners have filed 875 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen MPG & running costs

Combined25–32 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,850
EPA size classSmall Station Wagons
Transmission3 options
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume33 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,250
Fuel only$14,250
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen trims & engines on record

Trims
2.5 S · 2.5 SE, TDI w/ Sunroof
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 140 hp · 2.5L 5-cyl 170 hp

2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen vehicles on record

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2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen?

Owners have filed 875 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, electrical system, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen get?

The 2010 Volkswagen jetta sportwagen has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.