2002 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2002 Volvo S40
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Volkswagen Jetta | 2002 Volvo S40 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 702 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 242 | 157 |
| Investigations | 7 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 31 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 71 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–39 | 22 |
| Median reported mileage | 54,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Jetta | Volvo S40 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 148 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 108 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 104 | 3 |
| Power Train | 103 | 2 |
| Seats | 101 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 50 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 46 | 6 |
| Visibility | 45 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 50 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 26 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 26 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 15 | 0 |
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
2002 Volvo S40
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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.