NHTSA campaign 17V070000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 17V070000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles equipped with a 1.4L engine. These vehicles have an engine that may seize due to an improper casting of the block.

Reported 02/03/2017

What can happen

If the engine seizes, the wheels may suddenly lock up, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Repair

Volkswagen will either buy back the vehicle or replace the engine block, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10F4.

Components

  • Engine and engine cooling: Engine

Affected years and models

A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.