Is the Volkswagen Jetta Reliable?
1999–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Volkswagen Jetta Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 2 | 20 | 1 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 27 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 40 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 40 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 2 | 49 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 36 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 4 | 373 | 37 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2018 | 2 | 22 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 6 | 132 | 7 | 1 | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Jetta Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Jetta scores 6 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Volkswagen Jetta Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 740 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volkswagen Jetta reliable?+
The Volkswagen Jetta scores 78/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 18 recall campaigns and 740 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Jetta is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Jetta achieved the highest reliability score of 91/100 with 0 recalls and 40 complaints.
How many miles does a Jetta last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Volkswagen Jetta owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Jetta will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
More Volkswagen Jetta Research
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