CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Volkswagen Jetta has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA, including 18 crashes, 3 fires, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (33 reports).
2017 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Loose fuel rail bolts can leak fuel and cause fire
The fuel rail bolts on certain vehicles may loosen over time.
Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway
A buildup of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts can allow the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in Park.
VIN Mismatch on Body and Windshield Plate
Some vehicles have a Vehicle Identification Number stamped on the body that does not match the VIN plate near the windshield.
Incorrect tire label may lead to vehicle overloading
Certain 2017 Volkswagen Beetle and Jetta GLI vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label.
Tire label may lead to overloading and crash risk
The tire information label on certain 2017 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles contains incorrect information.
Engine may seize, locking wheels and causing loss of control
Certain 2017 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles with a 1.4L engine may have an engine block that was improperly cast.
Most common 2017 Volkswagen Jetta problems
Problem areas named in the 160 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 33 |
| Engine | 33 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 25 |
| Air Bags | 21 |
| Power Train | 15 |
| Steering | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
What owners report
I was driving on Monday XXX when my car started to smoke and smell of fumes. The EPC light came on and my car was stuttering, so I immediately pulled over and turned off the car. When I got out I noticed a large pool of gas under the front of the car. I called a tow truck who brought it to Crew VW in [XXX] who diagnosed to car with broken fuel rail bolts which caused the fuel injectors to pop and fuel to leak. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Note: (never has any issues before ever as vehicle always maintained and taken directly to vw for maintenance.) /-/ââââââââââââââââ I was driving: came to a stop: light turned Green proceeded to go through intersection YET VEHICLE. KT NOT MOVE! Put lever into park: turned off car and turned back on : put thr stick BACK INTO DRIVE - NOTHING HAPPENED I GUNNED it BY pushing my foot on the gas VW Jetta ALMOST REDLINED but didnt: was able to get across the interaction as I turned Left . Car sputtered: Car died: CAR CAUGHT FIRE! put fire out with towel: transmission fluid expelled: Car SEIZED ALL MOVEMENT Car would turned on with push start: could put in ALL GEARS
I have severe painful burns on my gluteus from the seat heater. I had the heater on intermittently on a drive of about 75 miles. I put the heater on for about 10-15 minutes a few times but did not have it on the entire trip. After getting to my destination I started feeling painful burning sensation so looked at my bum in the mirror and was shocked to see an open wound about the size of a silver dollar with peeling skin and many other burns all around. Itâs very painful.
On 8/14/24 I had the rear springs replaced due to a broken spring. Now today 2/25/26 I was inform that I have a broken front spring. This vehicle is only 9 years old and we have had spring break in the front and back. This seems like a premature failure of a critical suspension component. Though fortunately nothing happened in the way a bodily injury the failure could very well lead to an inability to properly control the vehicle if the broken spring were to slip and crash is possible. For example a tire could be punctured at a high rate of speed. I may not be able to maintain control with the broken suspension component. The vehicle springs should last more than 7 years before failure. I ha
The fuel rail bolts on the car loosened, one sheered off. Fuel poured from the front end of the car. When the car was started, to be placed on a flatbed the car caught on fire. The car is currently at a mechanics, but has not been repaired. The car could have easily caught on fire while being driven or started any time before or after it actually caught on fire, it was only taken care of quickly as the tow truck driver had a fire extiguisher, we do not carry one in the car. The car had the recall work done in 2021 in Tyson's Corner VA. The dealer refuses speak to us and states that the recall was done and therefore not their issue. The issue was confirmed with the new mechanic. There was one
2017 Volkswagen Jetta questions
Does the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta: Loose fuel rail bolts can leak fuel and cause fire; Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway; VIN Mismatch on Body and Windshield Plate; Incorrect tire label may lead to vehicle overloading; Tire label may lead to overloading and crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta?
Based on 160 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (33), Engine (33), Fuel/Propulsion System (30).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.