NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Volkswagen Jetta Safety Ratings
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta scores 89 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 34 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
An uncommon, zero-recall record distinguishes the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta, which also registers a full 10 out of 10 for its avoidance technology suite. This contributes to a NHTSA Safety Index of 89/100, placing the model squarely in the Strong band. On the evidence available from NHTSA data, this model year presents a solid safety profile.
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta received a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 89/100, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta ranks 53 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 89 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 13% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 34 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 53 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta?
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta maintains a strong safety profile, evidenced by a NHTSA Safety Index of 89/100, a score identical to the 2023 model. This stability is notable, particularly given a defect-record component score of 18 out of 20, bolstered by zero recalls for this model year. Its avoidance technology earns a perfect 10 out of 10, with standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. Crash protection contributes 61 of a possible 70 points, aligned with its NHTSA NCAP performance: a 5-star overall rating, a 5-star side rating, and 4-star ratings for both frontal impact and rollover. The 13 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" dynamic result further contextualize the rollover rating. While 34 unverified owner complaints have been registered, with 10 each concerning service brakes and the engine, these do not currently warrant recall action. Based on published NHTSA data, the 2024 Jetta's consistent Safety Index and absence of recalls present one of the more robust safety records in its class.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Jetta achieved a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side protection was particularly strong, earning a full 5 stars in that category. Frontal crash protection was rated at 4 stars, as was rollover resistance. The Jetta's rollover risk stands at 13 percent, and the dynamic tip test concluded with a "No Tip" outcome.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19098
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, as campaigns can be issued at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA has received 34 unverified owner complaints for this model year. Alleged problem areas include Service Brakes and Engine, each drawing 10 reports, followed by Power Train, Electrical System, and Fuel/Propulsion System. Two complaints allege a crash and one alleges a fire. All are unverified allegations, not established facts.
34 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta?
NHTSA's recall lookup is an essential tool for any used car purchase. Verifying that any identified remedy work has been completed by the selling party is a critical step in ensuring safety for a two-year-old vehicle.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2024 Jetta specifically, a distinction from some prior model years and a key driver of its 18/20 defect-record score.
- The 2024 model year's Safety Index of 89/100 matched the 2023 figure exactly, meaning no safety regression occurred in the transition between those two years.
- NHTSA's side-crash rating for this model year reached a maximum 5 stars, while frontal and rollover each landed at 4 stars, with a 13-percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Unverified owner complaints to NHTSA for this model year are concentrated in Service Brakes and Engine at 10 reports each, with two alleged crashes and one alleged fire reported among the 34 total filings.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta places
The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Volkswagen Jetta safety questions
Was the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 13%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 34 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Jetta years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19098), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volkswagen Jetta 2024.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 53 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.