2017 Hyundai Accent vs 2017 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 | 2017 Hyundai Accent | 2017 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 68 | 159 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 68 | 661 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–31 | 27–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,000 mi | 38,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Accent | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 32 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 29 |
| Power Train | 6 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 14 |
| Steering | 1 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 10 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 7 |
| Stalling | 9 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 7 |
2017 Hyundai Accent
2017 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.