2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 248 | 515 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 499 | 1,531 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–30 | 25–44 |
| Median reported mileage | 64,000 mi | 59,811 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Impreza | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 74 | 112 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 148 |
| Power Train | 23 | 140 |
| Air Bags | 79 | 30 |
| Steering | 14 | 37 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 22 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 34 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 34 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 40 |
| Stalling | 12 | 57 |
| Oil consumption | 11 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 38 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 14 |
2013 Subaru Impreza
2013 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.