2017 Volkswagen Jetta recall: engine
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 3, 2017. It covers about 2 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2
- reported
- Feb 3, 2017
- owners notified
- Feb 16, 2017
- related complaints
- 35
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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.
Recall number 17V070000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Jetta 2017 2017
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 35 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 17V070000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta engine?
Yes. Recall 17V070000, reported on February 3, 2017, covers about 2 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V070000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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