2014 BMW 328D vs 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 BMW 328D | 2014 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 151 | 386 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 501 | 1,538 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 36 | 25–44 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 57,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328D | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 57 | 108 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 94 |
| Power Train | 14 | 73 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 47 | 38 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 37 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 23 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 24 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 40 |
| Loss of power | 18 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 24 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 8 |
2014 BMW 328D
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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.