Volkswagen Jetta NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the Volkswagen Jetta at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Volkswagen Jetta Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 38 |
| 2023 | 2023 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 42 |
| 2022 | 2022 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 41 |
| 2021 | 2021 Volkswagen Jetta 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 | 66 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Volkswagen Jetta Safety FAQ
Is the Volkswagen Jetta a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Volkswagen Jetta an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Volkswagen Jetta?
The Volkswagen Jetta scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 13.0%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Volkswagen Jetta have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Volkswagen Jetta as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.