2013 Honda Fit vs 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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 | 2013 Honda Fit | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 176 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 50 | 1,010 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–118 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,468 mi | 82,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda Fit | Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 92 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 5 |
| Engine | 14 | 5 |
| Power Train | 12 | 4 |
| Structure | 9 | 1 |
| Steering | 8 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 8 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 9 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2013 Honda Fit
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.