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P0106 on VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2011, 2012

What P0106 Means on Your VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

Real VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"I have a 2011 jetta se 2.5l auto pzev and when i turned on the car outside from my house, the check engine light turned on with no reason. i passed the scanner and threw the code p0106."

— 2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA owner • POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 11/01/2019

"My 2012 jetta with dsg automatic 6 speed transmission would have an issue of every 30-50 miles, the service wrench would pop on + cel at times. the code came up p0106. after checking with dealer, they cleared code under warranty many times and could not come up with the solution."

— 2012 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 05/06/2014

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0106 on VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2011
1
2012
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0106 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026