2006 BMW 325I vs 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
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 | 2006 BMW 325I | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 515 | 580 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 473 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 22–33 |
| Median reported mileage | 79,000 mi | 74,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 325I | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 241 | 65 |
| Power Train | 11 | 245 |
| Electrical System | 85 | 112 |
| Engine | 50 | 39 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 54 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 47 | 14 |
| Seats | 29 | 25 |
| Seat Belts | 40 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 98 | 28 |
| Stalling | 14 | 45 |
| Overheating | 12 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 23 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 21 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 40 |
2006 BMW 325I
2006 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.