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Volkswagen Jetta and Ford F-150 Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
40 vehicles, 11.1 months per vehicle, 14600 miles driven2017 Ford F-150
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  40 vehicles, 11.1 months per vehicle, 14600 miles driven
75 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 26700 miles driven2016 Ford F-150
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  75 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 26700 miles driven
25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven2016 Volkswagen Jetta Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven
71 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 40500 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Decent so far. Now has an all-aluminum body. Other Ford models have had corrosion issues with aluminum hoods once they're over four years old.2015		 Ford F-150
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  71 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 40500 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Decent so far. Now has an all-aluminum body. Other Ford models have had corrosion issues with aluminum hoods once they're over four years old.
42 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 55800 miles driven2014 Ford F-150
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  42 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 55800 miles driven
32 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 58600 miles driven2013 Ford F-150 Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  32 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 58600 miles driven
27 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 60000 miles driven2013 Ford F-150 EcoBoost Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  27 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 60000 miles driven
47 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 104800 miles driven2010 Ford F-150
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  47 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 104800 miles driven

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Volkswagen Jetta vs. Ford F-150 Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Volkswagen Jetta and Ford F-150 reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Volkswagen Jettas and Ford F-150s with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Volkswagen Jettas and Ford F-150s that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Volkswagen Jetta and Ford F-150 lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Volkswagen Jetta and Ford F-150 have been recently.

To see how frequently Volkswagen Jetta and Ford F-150 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Volkswagen Jetta

Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 German manufacturer. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2003 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Volkswagen is a very reputable manufacturer see full Volkswagen Jetta review
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 It's been interesting to see the mixed reactions I get when people learn that I bought a VW. I'm known for my research-minded ways when it comes to big decisions, so I think the reliability (or lack thereof) reputation that Volkswagen has caused people to be surprised by my purchase. But for as many horror stories that I've read or heard, I've also heard from many owners who swear by and love their VWs and have had minor to no issues. Given how in love with my car I am after just one week...I get why VW owners love their cars (but, I'll admit, I still have my fingers crossed that I won't be plagued with too many quirks or issues). see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 VW/Audi has a reputation of poor reliability and expensive to service. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2007 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I'm a little worried about how it'll hold up, due to VW's reputation. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 That people automatically assume that all VWs are unreliable just because they had problems with their cars in the late 90s/early 00s. The new Jetta and Rabbit are MUCH better than they used to be. The TDIs especially are very reliable. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 VW gets a bad reputation for reliability and quality though they build an excellent vehicle in terms of safety, handling and fun to drive. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 More work is needed to convince public that VW is a reliable brand. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2003 4dr Wagon turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 Image of a good car, well built, good handling with lackluster dealer service leads to uninspiring owner experience for many. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2002 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 Average car see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Ford F-150

Ford F-150 Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		 Surpassed Toyota in quality control see full Ford F-150 review
2010 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 310-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		 Built Ford Tough, need I say more? I have always driven Fords and I plan to always drive Fords, best car company, period. see full Ford F-150 review
2010 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 310-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range		 Ford did not use any bale out money from the government. They are building cars and trucks that are green. These cars and truck are very reliable. see full Ford F-150 review
2009 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed 248-horsepower 4.6L V8
4-speed automatic RWD		 Ford is american. they make great trucks and stylish vehicles. They were the first car produced in a factory and the name has stuck ever since see full Ford F-150 review
2009 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 310-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range		 Ford truck reliability history see full Ford F-150 review
2006 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range		 I have had several ford trucks in the past. All have been strong trucks. The dealer has always treated me well. see full Ford F-150 review
2005 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range		 after 5 years of ownership the image Ford owners painted me shines true. as a work truck none superseedes. see full Ford F-150 review
2004 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
4-speed automatic RWD		 American company with excellent leadership and NOT government owned see full Ford F-150 review
2004 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
4-speed automatic RWD		 reliability over years see full Ford F-150 review
2004 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 231-horsepower 4.6L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range		 ford tough see full Ford F-150 review