2017 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | 2017 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 52 | 159 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 554 | 661 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–28 | 27–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,487 mi | 38,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen GTI | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 32 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 33 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 21 |
| Power Train | 7 | 15 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 14 |
| Steering | 0 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
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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.