Recall 18V671 affects 28 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles for a mispositioned passenger headlight. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 28 2019 Jetta vehicles equipped with LED headlights because the passenger side headlight can be incorrectly positioned, reducing driver visibility in the dark. Reduced visibility increases crash risk, and Volkswagen dealers will inspect and adjust the headlight free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger side LED headlight on the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is supposed to aim its beam down the road and toward the proper part of the lane. That aim matters at night because the driver depends on the headlight pattern to see the road, signs, lane edges, and obstacles without throwing light in the wrong direction.
On the affected Jettas, headlight components were positioned incorrectly while a supplier tightened a screw during assembly. The supplier's test equipment also used unauthorized parameter changes, so the misalignment was not caught before the vehicles left production. The result is a passenger side headlight that is not aimed correctly, which reduces the driver's visibility when it is dark.
There is no warning sign before failure. The headlight is the issue because of its position, not because the bulb has burned out or the lamp has stopped turning on.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Volkswagen Jetta | Headlights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 28 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Volkswagen Jetta sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced driver visibility makes it harder to see the road clearly and increases the risk of a crash. Schedule the passenger side headlight replacement soon, especially before night or bad weather driving. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free passenger-side headlight replacement that corrects the poor nighttime visibility.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V671 and Volkswagen recall 94L1 when you call.
- Use extra care after dark until the repair is complete, because the passenger-side headlight aim reduces visibility.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician replaces the passenger side headlight covered by the recall. The work addresses the incorrectly positioned LED headlight that reduces the driver's visibility in the dark. The replacement part and labor are free under the recall, and the repair is available now through a Volkswagen dealer. Volkswagen is not offering reimbursement for this campaign, so prior out-of-pocket headlight repairs are not covered through a separate recall reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| September 26, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 5, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 25, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| November 25, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 25, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V671?
Recall 18V671 covers 28 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The passenger side headlight is incorrectly positioned, reducing driver visibility in the dark, and that can increase crash risk. Volkswagen dealers replace the passenger side headlight for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Jetta is included in recall 18V671. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule replacement of the passenger side headlight. Reference recall number 18V671 and Volkswagen recall number 94L1 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair recall defects at no cost. Volkswagen will replace the passenger side headlight free of charge at any franchised Volkswagen dealer, regardless of where you bought the vehicle.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility when driving in the dark. On affected 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles, the passenger side LED headlight is positioned incorrectly, which can make it harder for the driver to see and can increase the risk of a crash.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V671000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V671 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V671000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →