2013 Nissan Juke vs 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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 Nissan Juke | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 102 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 126 | 1,010 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,500 mi | 82,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Juke | Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 40 | 5 |
| Power Train | 16 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 1 |
| Suspension | 5 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
2013 Nissan Juke
2013 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.