Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.
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2017 Volkswagen Jetta Recall
Volkswagen Jetta Recall service at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale in Avondale, AZ
SCHEDULE NOWFrequently asked questionsFuel Injection System
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 20V648000 · 218,192 vehicles affected
Consequence
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
The remedy is currently under development. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.
Master Cylinder
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 20E064000 · 38 vehicles affected
Defect
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Consequence
If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Steering
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · 679,027 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in Park.
Consequence
Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
Label
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 17V352000 · 2 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) markings on the body that do not match the VIN plate near the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, Certification.
Consequence
The mismatched VINs make the vehicle noncompliant with regulatory requirements.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen has notified owners and has replaced the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 06A8.
Load Carrying Capacity Label
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS
NHTSA campaign 17V137000 · 4,875 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, Tire Selection and Rims.
Consequence
Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B8
NHTSA campaign 17V136000 · 797 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Beetle and Jetta GLI vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, Tire Selection and Rims.
Consequence
Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B9.
Engine
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 17V070000 · 2 vehicles affected
Defect
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.
Consequence
If the engine seizes, the wheels may suddenly lock up, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will either buy back the vehicle or replace the engine block, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10F4.
Fuel Injection System1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 20V648000 · 218,192 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
The remedy is currently under development. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.
Master Cylinder1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 20E064000 · 38 vehicles affected
Defect
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Consequence
If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 26, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Steering1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · 679,027 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in Park.
Consequence
Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
Label1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 17V352000 · 2 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) markings on the body that do not match the VIN plate near the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, Certification.
Consequence
The mismatched VINs make the vehicle noncompliant with regulatory requirements.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen has notified owners and has replaced the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 06A8.
Load Carrying Capacity Label2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS
NHTSA campaign 17V137000 · 4,875 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Jetta vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, Tire Selection and Rims.
Consequence
Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B8
NHTSA campaign 17V136000 · 797 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Beetle and Jetta GLI vehicles. The affected vehicles have incorrect information on the tire information label, possibly causing the operator to overload the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, Tire Selection and Rims.
Consequence
Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B9.
Engine1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL
NHTSA campaign 17V070000 · 2 vehicles affected
Defect
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.
Consequence
If the engine seizes, the wheels may suddenly lock up, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will either buy back the vehicle or replace the engine block, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10F4.
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Frequently Asked Questions
5 common questions answered
What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta?
- NHTSA recall information identifies seven recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta involving the fuel injection system, master cylinder, steering, label, load carrying capacity label, and engine.
- The campaigns address fuel leakage, braking ability, unintended rollaway, VIN compliance, tire-label information, and possible engine seizure.
How do I check if my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta has an open recall?
- You can check your 2017 Volkswagen Jetta by VIN at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at our service department.
- Our team can explain whether an open manufacturer remedy applies and help you schedule an appointment.
How much does a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta recall repair cost?
- A 2017 Volkswagen Jetta recall repair is free at an authorized dealer when the recall applies to the vehicle.
- Manufacturer safety recall remedies are performed at no charge to the owner.
Can an independent shop fix a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta recall?
- No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy at no charge.
- Factory-trained technicians use Volkswagen procedures and equipment to complete the applicable recall repair.
Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta?
- Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can support a smoother trade-in process.
- When you are ready, visit our trade-in page to explore your vehicle’s next step.
Recall Service & Dealership Highlights
Safety Comes First
NHTSA recall information identifies risks that should not be ignored. Loose fuel-rail bolts may cause a fuel leak and increase fire risk. A leaking master cylinder can reduce braking ability, while a shift-lever switch issue may allow the vehicle to roll away when the key is removed outside Park. Incorrect tire labels may contribute to overloading, and an engine-block defect may cause seizure and sudden wheel lockup. VIN and certification-label problems also require correction. Waiting can leave a safety concern unresolved, so arrange a free VIN check and promptly address any open manufacturer remedy.
Authorized Volkswagen Expertise
Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale provides factory-trained technicians, manufacturer diagnostic tools, and genuine OEM parts for Volkswagen recall service. Our team follows the manufacturer’s remedy for your specific VIN and completes qualifying recall repairs at no charge to the owner. We serve drivers throughout Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Tolleson, and nearby West Valley communities from our location at 10205 West Papago Freeway, Avondale, AZ 85323. Trust Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale for clear answers and authorized Volkswagen care.
Simple Next Steps
Start by contacting our service department for a free VIN check. If an open recall appears, bring your 2017 Volkswagen Jetta to our authorized facility so our technicians can explain the remedy and complete it at no charge. You can schedule service even if you are unsure whether previous recall work was finished. Bring any manufacturer notice you received, and tell our team about warning signs or safety concerns. A quick check helps you make an informed decision and keep your vehicle ready for the road.