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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Volkswagen Jetta cruise control problems
moderate Owners of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta have filed 6 NHTSA complaints about the cruise control at roughly $600 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See cruise control across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
| Model year | cruise control complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 Jetta | 17 |
| 2010 Jetta | 13 |
| 2011 Jetta | 15 |
| 2012 Jetta | 6 |
| 2013 Jetta (this page) | 6 |
| 2014 Jetta | 8 |
| 2015 Jetta | 3 |
| 2016 Jetta | 5 |
| 2017 Jetta | 4 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering cruise control on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Tech Tips (Alternative (Second) Speed Display): This document informs that an Alternative (or second) speed display is available to show the vehicle speed in units other than the units shown on the vehicle?s speedometer. If the vehicle?s speedometer shows mph, the alternative speed display will show a digital readout of the current vehicle speed in km/h. The alternative speed display is shown in place of the odometer reading only when the vehicle is moving. To activate the alternative speed display, use the procedure within this document.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, cruise control issues most often appear around 26,780 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Volkswagen/Jetta.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.