NHTSA recall 17V-070 (17V070000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported February 3, 2017 - about 2 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V070000
- Also written as
- 17V-070
- Manufacturer number
- 10F4
- Reported
- February 3, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~2
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
If the engine seizes, the wheels may suddenly lock up, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-070 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.