1990 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 134 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 28 | 2 |
| Investigations | 8 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 23–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Camry | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 24 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 7 |
| Structure | 20 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 19 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 2 |
| Power Train | 8 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
1990 Toyota Camry
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.