2017 Volkswagen Golf vs 2017 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 | 2017 Volkswagen Golf | 2017 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 116 | 159 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 687 | 664 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29 | 27–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 27,113 mi | 38,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Golf | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 51 | 29 |
| Engine | 18 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 33 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 21 |
| Power Train | 5 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 14 |
| Steering | 4 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 10 |
| Stalling | 6 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 7 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
2017 Volkswagen Golf
2017 Volkswagen Jetta
Compare all Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Jetta years →
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.