2001 BMW 525I vs 2001 Volkswagen Jetta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 BMW 525I | 2001 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 668 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 12 | 240 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 40 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19–38 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 525I | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 117 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 109 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 97 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 80 |
| Visibility | 0 | 69 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 67 |
| Power Train | 2 | 62 |
| Structure | 0 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 52 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 46 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 11 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 11 |
2001 BMW 525I
2001 Volkswagen Jetta
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.