VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 2017: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V070000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLKSWAGEN | JETTA | 2017 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2017-02-16 | 2017-02-03 | 2017-02-06 |
Production Dates: 2016-11-25 - 2016-11-30
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 10F4
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
If the engine seizes, the wheels may suddenly lock up, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
