2014 Volkswagen Jetta vs 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
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 | 2014 Volkswagen Jetta | 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 386 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,535 | 571 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–44 | 44 |
| Median reported mileage | 57,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Jetta | Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 108 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 94 | 3 |
| Power Train | 73 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 38 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 37 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 18 | 1 |
| Steering | 17 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 40 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 24 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
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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.