2010 Toyota Corolla vs 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,242 | 852 |
| Recall campaigns | 17 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 395 | 1,126 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 145 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–30 | 25–32 |
| Median reported mileage | 14,000 mi | 56,309 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 424 | 31 |
| Steering | 371 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 75 | 233 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 197 | 30 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 0 | 166 |
| Power Train | 49 | 111 |
| Engine | 33 | 117 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 122 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 45 | 45 |
| Stalling | 39 | 215 |
| Vibration / shaking | 35 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 25 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 76 |
| Steering problems | 13 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 12 |
2010 Toyota Corolla
2010 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.