2011 BMW 328I vs 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 BMW 328I | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 577 | 607 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 140 | 1,331 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 25 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 25–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 93,000 mi | 51,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 129 | 186 |
| Engine | 194 | 90 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 175 | 25 |
| Air Bags | 91 | 37 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 77 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 0 | 82 |
| Power Train | 24 | 54 |
| Exterior Lighting | 19 | 41 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 80 | 111 |
| Check engine light | 58 | 38 |
| Vibration / shaking | 19 | 15 |
| Overheating | 18 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 17 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 15 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 42 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 20 |
2011 BMW 328I
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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.