The Lemon IndexAll cars · Volkswagen Jetta · 2023
2023 Volkswagen Jetta. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Lemon Index76100 = average car
Complaints43NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold47,407U.S. model year
Per 100K sold91complaints
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | FWD | 31 / 41 / 35 | Regular | $1,800 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 29 / 42 / 34 | Regular | $1,850 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 26% |
| Brakes | 23% |
| Electrical | 21% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 19% |
| Speed control | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 348
Volkswagen filed 348 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Engine oil consumption measurement
- Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation
- Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Volkswagen Jetta GLI 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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