2014 BMW 328I 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 328I | 2014 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 151 | 386 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 527 | 1,538 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–27 | 25–44 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 57,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 52 | 94 |
| Engine | 29 | 108 |
| Power Train | 9 | 73 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 37 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 18 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 29 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 40 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
2014 BMW 328I
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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.