2021 Toyota Corolla vs 2021 Volkswagen Jetta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Toyota Corolla | 2021 Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 185 | 68 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 170 | 485 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32–52 | 33–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,253 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Corolla | Volkswagen Jetta |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 52 | 4 |
| Engine | 40 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 25 |
| Power Train | 19 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 8 |
| Stalling | 6 | 6 |
2021 Toyota Corolla
2021 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.