1990 Volkswagen Jetta vs 1992 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 Volkswagen Jetta | 1992 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2 | 15 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–34 | 23–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Jetta | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 6 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 |
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.