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NHTSA has 46 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta[1]. Engine and brakes lead the list with 13 each[2][3].

46owner complaints[1]
33–34MPG combined (EPA)[4]
5★NHTSA overall rating[5]

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups, biggest first.

Recalls

NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2024 Jetta[12].

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version City / highway / combined MPG Annual fuel cost
Jetta, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[4] 29 / 42 / 34 $1,950
Jetta, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S8), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[13] 30 / 41 / 34 $1,950
Jetta Sport/SE/SEL, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S8), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[14] 29 / 40 / 33 $2,050

Safety ratings

Version Overall Frontal Side Rollover Rollover risk
4 DR FWD[5] 5 4 5 4 13.0%
4 DR FWD[15] 5 4 5 4 133.0%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine Horsepower
2024 Volkswagen Jetta with 1.5L 4-cylinder[16] 158 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
JETTA 4DR SEDAN[17] 186 in 71 in 57 in 106 in 2,976 lb
JETTA GLI 4DR SEDAN[18] 186 in 71 in 57 in 106 in 3,225 lb

How 2024 compares with other years

1995: 220 complaints, 4 recalls19951996: 31 complaints, 1 recalls1997: 54 complaints, 1 recalls1998: 192 complaints, 2 recalls1999: 349 complaints, 6 recalls19992000: 439 complaints, 4 recalls2001: 668 complaints, 6 recalls2002: 704 complaints, 5 recalls2003: 458 complaints, 2 recalls20032004: 233 complaints, 2 recalls2005: 248 complaints, 4 recalls2006: 580 complaints, 4 recalls2007: 201 complaints, 4 recalls20072008: 190 complaints, 4 recalls2009: 905 complaints, 6 recalls2010: 875 complaints, 5 recalls2011: 640 complaints, 8 recalls20112012: 527 complaints, 6 recalls2013: 633 complaints, 7 recalls2014: 441 complaints, 7 recalls2015: 197 complaints, 8 recalls20152016: 164 complaints, 4 recalls2017: 160 complaints, 6 recalls2018: 31 complaints, 2 recalls2019: 549 complaints, 11 recalls20192020: 54 complaints, 6 recalls2021: 69 complaints, 4 recalls2022: 43 complaints, 1 recalls2023: 43 complaints, 0 recalls20232024: 46 complaints, 0 recalls4620242025: 30 complaints, 2 recalls2026: 6 complaints, 1 recalls
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Jetta model year. The 2024 is highlighted[12].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
19952204
1996311
1997541
19981922
19993496
20004394
20016686
20027045
20034582
20042332
20052484
20065804
20072014
20081904
20099056
20108755
20116408
20125276
20136337
20144417
20151978
20161644
20171606
2018312
201954911
2020546
2021694
2022431
2023430
2024460
2025302
202661

NHTSA's counts for the Jetta show 46 complaints and 0 recalls for 2024[12]. Among the 33 model years listed, 7 have fewer complaints than 2024 and 25 have more[12]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2009 (905)[12]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2024 Jetta?

The 2024 Jetta has 46 complaints on file, and they cluster around the engine and brakes[1][2][3]. Power train and electrical reports follow, with 7 each[6][7]. Owners also describe dealer visits that did not settle the problem right away. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales[1]. If you are shopping, check the recall section on this page and ask a dealer about the engine and brake items before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common 2024 Volkswagen Jetta problems?
Engine and brakes each have 13 complaints on file[2][3]. Power train and electrical follow with 7 each[6][7].
Does the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta have recalls?
Recalls are listed in the Recalls section of this page. The by-year fact shows the recall count[12].
How many complaints does the 2024 Jetta have?
NHTSA has 46 owner complaints on file[1]. They are unverified reports from owners.
Is the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta reliable?
Owners filed 46 complaints, led by engine and brakes[1][2][3]. Counts are not adjusted for sales, so read them as a guide only. See the fuel and safety sections for more.
What is the best year for the Volkswagen Jetta?
See the by-year comparison on this page. It lists complaints and recalls for each year.

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Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 46 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. 13 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  3. 13 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  4. EPA rating for Jetta, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 29 city / 42 highway / 34 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  5. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 13.0%. NHTSA vehicle records
  6. 7 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 7 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 6 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 4 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 4 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 3 complaints name the speed control component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. Owner complaints and recalls for every Volkswagen Jetta model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  13. EPA rating for Jetta, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S8), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 30 city / 41 highway / 34 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  14. EPA rating for Jetta Sport/SE/SEL, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S8), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 29 city / 40 highway / 33 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  15. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 133.0%. NHTSA vehicle records
  16. EPA Test Car List, 2024 Volkswagen Jetta with 1.5L 4-cylinder: rated 158 hp. www.epa.gov
  17. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, JETTA 4DR SEDAN: length 186 in, width 71 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 106 in, curb weight 2,976 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  18. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, JETTA GLI 4DR SEDAN: length 186 in, width 71 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 106 in, curb weight 3,225 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.