2013 Nissan Versa vs 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Versa | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 204 | 515 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 160 | 1,531 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–35 | 25–44 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,938 mi | 59,811 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Versa | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 73 | 140 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 148 |
| Engine | 26 | 112 |
| Service Brakes | 32 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 30 |
| Steering | 8 | 37 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 27 | 16 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 34 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 6 |
| Stalling | 18 | 57 |
| Hesitation / surging | 17 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 40 |
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 9 |
| Shifting problems | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 38 |
2013 Nissan Versa
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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.