2002 Audi A4 vs 2002 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 | 2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 181 | 702 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 149 | 242 |
| Investigations | 0 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 71 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 19–39 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 32,317 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 76 | 148 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 104 |
| Power Train | 16 | 103 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 108 |
| Seats | 5 | 101 |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 50 |
| Visibility | 11 | 45 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 46 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 50 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 26 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 26 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 8 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 15 |
| Overheating | 0 | 13 |
2002 Audi A4
2002 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.