2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2005 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 231 | 248 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 254 | 392 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–36 | 22–35 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Jetta | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 35 | 84 |
| Electrical System | 36 | 48 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 37 | 41 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 26 |
| Engine | 11 | 27 |
| Seats | 22 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 13 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 29 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 15 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 11 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
2005 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.