Recall 19V110 covers 4 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles for an incorrect driver frontal airbag. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 4 of its 2019 Jetta sedans because Volkswagen identified an incorrect driver frontal airbag installed during a service or repair visit. In a crash that requires airbag deployment, the wrong airbag can fail to work correctly and increase injury risk; Volkswagen dealers will replace it free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver frontal airbag in a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is the steering-wheel airbag that helps protect the driver in a frontal crash. It is built for the Jetta's steering wheel, interior layout, and restraint system. When a crash reaches the deployment threshold, the airbag inflates between the driver and the steering wheel.
On affected Jettas, the wrong replacement driver airbag was installed during a service or repair visit. Volkswagen traced the problem to its electronic parts catalog, which listed a replacement airbag intended for a Volkswagen Golf instead of the Jetta. That left the vehicle with a driver airbag that was not the part released for this model.
You will not see this problem during normal driving, and the filing lists no warning sign before failure. There is no warning sign before failure. If the driver airbag was replaced, the VIN check and dealer inspection determine whether the installed airbag is the wrong one.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Volkswagen Jetta | front air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4 |
| 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?
If a crash triggers air bag deployment, the wrong driver frontal air bag can fail to work correctly, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before that protection is needed, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon. 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 your nearest franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free driver frontal air bag replacement that installs the correct part.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V110 when you call.
- Call Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with questions about the repair or dealer scheduling.
- Use extra caution until the repair is complete, and keep front-seat occupants properly belted.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician removes the incorrect driver frontal air bag installed during the earlier service or repair visit and replaces it with the correct part. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Volkswagen states that it will not offer a reimbursement program for this campaign. If you already paid for a related air bag repair, this campaign does not provide a reimbursement path for that expense.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| February 20, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 19, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 19, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| April 19, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 19, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V110?
Recall 19V110 covers 4 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that received an incorrect driver frontal air bag during a service or repair visit. In a crash requiring air bag deployment, the wrong air bag can fail to work correctly and increase injury risk. Volkswagen dealers will replace it 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 19V110. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the driver frontal air bag replacement. Reference Volkswagen recall number 69Y7 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Volkswagen's remedy says dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag with the correct part free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What is the safety risk for this Volkswagen Jetta recall?
The safety risk is injury in a crash. If the driver frontal air bag is the wrong part, it can fail to work correctly when deployment is needed. Volkswagen's free repair replaces the incorrect air bag with the correct part.
When did the Volkswagen Jetta air bag recall repair begin?
The recall repair began April 19, 2019. Since the remedy is available, a franchised Volkswagen dealer can replace the incorrect driver frontal air bag with the correct part at no cost. Volkswagen customer service is available at 1-800-893-5298.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V110000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V110 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V110000 |
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 →