2012 Hyundai Accent vs 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
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 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 152 | 499 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 102 | 1,479 |
| Investigations | 1 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 31–32 | 25–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | 58,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Accent | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 24 | 138 |
| Engine | 36 | 84 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 47 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 34 |
| Steering | 9 | 41 |
| Power Train | 1 | 46 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 14 | 19 |
| Stalling | 12 | 54 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 26 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
2012 Hyundai Accent
2012 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.