2011 Nissan Juke vs 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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 | 2011 Nissan Juke | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 153 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 125 | 1,006 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Juke | Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 65 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 30 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 15 |
| Power Train | 18 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2 |
| Suspension | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 25 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
2011 Nissan Juke
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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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.