2013 Audi A3 vs 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Audi A3 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 851 | 1,010 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 82,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 8 |
| Engine | 3 | 5 |
| Power Train | 2 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 2 |
| Suspension | 0 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2013 Audi A3
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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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.