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NHTSA Recall 17V070000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2017 Volkswagen Jetta.

2
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2017
owners notified (February 16)
NHTSA campaign17V070000
Manufacturer campaign10F4
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE
Report receivedFebruary 3, 2017
Owner notificationFebruary 16, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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

Remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 17V070000

Make and modelModel years
Volkswagen Jetta2017

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.