CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2017 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles with a 1.4L engine may have an engine block that was improperly cast. The engine may seize, which can suddenly lock up the wheels.
If the engine seizes while driving, the locked wheels can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and stop driving the vehicle if they notice signs of engine trouble.
Volkswagen will either buy back the vehicle or replace the engine block, free of charge. Owners can contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2017 |
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