2002 Dodge Neon vs 2002 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 | 2002 Dodge Neon | 2002 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 173 | 702 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 242 |
| Investigations | 3 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 71 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | 19–39 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,900 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Neon | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 25 | 148 |
| Power Train | 36 | 103 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 28 | 104 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 108 |
| Seats | 0 | 101 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 46 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 50 |
| Visibility | 3 | 45 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 50 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 22 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 26 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 26 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 15 |
| Overheating | 0 | 13 |
2002 Dodge Neon
2002 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.