2017 Chevrolet Sonic vs 2017 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 | 2017 Chevrolet Sonic | 2017 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 37 | 159 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 962 | 661 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–32 | 27–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 38,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Sonic | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 21 |
| Steering | 4 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 14 |
| Power Train | 1 | 15 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 5 | 10 |
| Stalling | 0 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
2017 Chevrolet Sonic
2017 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.