2017 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio | 2017 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 159 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 65 | 661 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–31 | 27–33 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 38,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Rio | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 21 |
| Power Train | 1 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 14 |
| Steering | 1 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
2017 Kia Rio
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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.