2013 Ford Focus Electric vs 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Focus Electric | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 69 | 515 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 1,531 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 105 | 25–44 |
| Median reported mileage | 5,600 mi | 59,811 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus Electric | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 37 | 140 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 148 |
| Engine | 16 | 112 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 34 |
| Steering | 9 | 37 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 30 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 12 | 38 |
| Stalling | 7 | 57 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 40 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 9 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
2013 Ford Focus Electric
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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.