1990 Ford Probe vs 1990 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 | 1990 Ford Probe | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 323 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 2 |
| Investigations | 6 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 23–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Probe | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 282 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 4 |
| Visibility | 10 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 4 |
| Power Train | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
1990 Ford Probe
1990 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.