The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V070000·Announced 2017-02-03

Volkswagen Recalls 2017 Jetta Vehicles Due to Engine Seizure Risk

Volkswagen is recalling 2017 Jetta vehicles with 1.4L engines because the engine block may be improperly cast, potentially causing the engine to seize and leading to a loss of vehicle control.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine block casting) that can cause the engine to seize and wheels to lock, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles equipped with a 1.4L engine. The recall addresses a defect where the engine block may have an improper casting, which can cause the engine to seize.

If the engine seizes, the vehicle's wheels may suddenly lock up. This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Owners should contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule a repair. Volkswagen will either buy back the vehicle or replace the engine block free of charge. The recall began in February 2017, and Volkswagen's internal number for this recall is 10F4. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Engine
Hazard
Affected units
2

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • JETTA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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