Model year guide

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined22–39 mpg

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

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 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.

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon MPG & running costs

Combined22–39 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,075
EPA size classSmall Station Wagons
Transmission3 options
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume34 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,375 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 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 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,375
Fuel only$15,375
Per mile$0.21

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
173.6 in
Width
68.5 in
Height
58.7 in
Wheelbase
99.2 in
Curb weight
3,034–3,122 lb
Front track
59.8 in
Rear track
58.7 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Airbag

On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag could explode if the vehicle is involved in a collision that warrants an airbag deployment. If this occurs, sharp metal fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants, which would increase the risk of injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator.

Transport Canada #2018316 · Jun 2018

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 180 hp

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon vehicles on record

2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon GLSWVWSE61JX3W000982

Other Volkswagen jetta wagon model years

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2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon — frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon. 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 done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon get?

The 2003 Volkswagen jetta wagon has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–39 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

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