2011 Chevrolet Aveo vs 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 606 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,075 | 1,329 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–29 | 25–32 |
| Median reported mileage | 57,643 mi | 51,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Aveo | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 185 |
| Engine | 22 | 90 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 77 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 0 | 82 |
| Power Train | 11 | 54 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 36 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 41 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 111 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 38 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 20 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 42 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 15 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
2011 Chevrolet Aveo
2011 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.