So my family has been hunting a replacement for our Jetta Sportwagen since we're going to sell it back to VW as part of the dieselgate scandal. We really liked the TC since it was not as large as a mini-van but still has the sliding doors and utility of a minivan. After weeks of researching and at least 4-5 days of negotiation with a dealer that had a 2016 on the lot, I was ready to put down a deposit. Unfortunately the latch recall issued earlier this month put a stop-sale on the 2016s and federal law prevents a dealer from selling new (used they can).
That being said, whats your opinion? Wait for the recall to be over (4-6 months?) Order a 2017 (4-6 months? and $3-4K more expensive), or buy a mazda5 (poor safety ratings). Am I missing any other options here?