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2021 BMW 330I vs 2021 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.

Metric2021 BMW 330I2021 Volkswagen Jetta
NHTSA complaints2966
Recall campaigns74
Service bulletins (TSBs)202479
Investigations00
Crash reports13
Fire reports30
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)3033–34
Median reported mileage

Reported problems side by side

ComponentBMW 330IVolkswagen Jetta
Electrical System1312
Service Brakes124
Engine85
Forward Collision Avoidance38
Fuel/propulsion System09
Air Bags44
Lane Departure24
Visibility/wiper13

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light08
Stalling06

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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.