Recall 17V070000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Report Date
20170203
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Affected Vehicles
1 models

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2017 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.