2017 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail

Recall Number: 

20V648000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

24Gi

Number of vehicles affected: 

218192

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.

Defect Consequence: 

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action: 

The remedy is currently under development. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder

Recall Number: 

20E064000

Number of vehicles affected: 

38

Defect Description: 

Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.

Defect Consequence: 

If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.

Steering:column locking:anti-theft device

Recall Number: 

19V615000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

37M2

Manufactured from: 

2016-06-23 to 2017-07-12

Number of vehicles affected: 

679027

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."

Defect Consequence: 

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Equipment:other:labels

Recall Number: 

17V352000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

06A8

Manufactured from: 

2017-01-16 to 2017-01-16

Number of vehicles affected: 

2

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) markings on the body that do not match the VIN plate near the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Defect Consequence: 

The mismatched VINs make the vehicle noncompliant with regulatory requirements.

Corrective Action: 

Volkswagen has notified owners and has replaced the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 06A8.

Equipment:other:labels

Recall Number: 

17V137000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

01B8

Manufactured from: 

2016-06-30 to 2016-11-30

Number of vehicles affected: 

4875

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Defect Consequence: 

Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B8

Equipment:other:labels

Recall Number: 

17V136000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

01B9

Manufactured from: 

2016-06-21 to 2016-11-18

Number of vehicles affected: 

797

Defect Description: 

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Beetle and Jetta GLI vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Defect Consequence: 

Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B9.

Engine and engine cooling:engine

Recall Number: 

17V070000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

10F4

Manufactured from: 

2016-11-25 to 2016-11-30

Number of vehicles affected: 

2

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

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

Corrective Action: 

Volkswagen will either buy back the vehicle or replace the engine block, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10F4.