2017 Volkswagen Jetta

$2,795
from
285
listings
$3K–$30K
price range
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Low$2,795
High$29,995
From$2,795
Avg Mileage101,667 mi
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Sourced from 285 active dealer listings as of

Safety

7 recall campaigns to check. See the safety breakdown below

2017 Volkswagen Jetta Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,795
$3K–$30K
285 listings101,667 avg miles
2.5
From$750
13 listings|$750–$10K
GL
From$1,100
3 listings|$1K–$7K
GLI
From$5,000
129 listings|$5K–$29K
GLI 40th Anniversary Edition
From$23,995
29 listings|$24K–$30K
GLI Autobahn
From$5,750
1,437 listings|$6K–$38K
GLI Edition 30
From$8,698
5 listings|$9K–$10K
GLI SE
From$5,900
13 listings|$6K–$30K
GLI SEL
From$7,500
12 listings|$8K–$16K
GLS
From$1,490
10 listings|$1K–$15K
Limited Edition
From$1,756
14 listings|$2K–$9K
R-Line
From$6,999
196 listings|$7K–$29K
S
From$1,000
2,904 listings|$1K–$30K
SEL
From$775
1,018 listings|$775–$34K
SEL Premium
From$2,300
66 listings|$2K–$22K
Sport
From$3,400
3,883 listings|$3K–$37K
TDI
From$850
203 listings|$850–$15K
TDI S
From$5,880
6 listings|$6K–$10K
TDI SE
From$4,200
7 listings|$4K–$13K
TDI SEL
From$3,495
7 listings|$3K–$9K
TDI Value Edition
From$8,995
3 listings|$9K–$9K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$1,499
22 listings|$1K–$14K
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Volkswagen Jetta Safety & Reliability

High Concern

With 7 recalls and 158 complaints, the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

7
Recalls
158
Complaints
18
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
19V6150002019-22-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE

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."

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.

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17V1360002017-02-03
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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."

Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.

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20E0640002020-23-09
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

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.

If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

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20V6480002020-21-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

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.

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

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17V3520002017-31-05
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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."

The mismatched VINs make the vehicle noncompliant with regulatory requirements.

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17V0700002017-03-02
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

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.

If the engine seizes, the wheels may suddenly lock up, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

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17V1370002017-02-03
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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."

Overloading the vehicle may affect vehicle handling or result in tire damage, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta's biggest weak point? FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. It leads 158 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Fuel/propulsion System16
02Unknown Or Other10
03Engine10
04Fuel System, Gasoline9
05Air Bags8
158 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen Jetta Fuel Economy

Where to Find 2017 Volkswagen Jetta

36States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 35 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

Buying a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta a good car to buy?

The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta has 7 recalls on record. There are 7 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is fuel/propulsion system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta?

There are 7 documented recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta?

Fuel economy ranges from 27 to 33 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $354 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta?

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, based on 158 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2017 compare to other Volkswagen Jetta years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Volkswagen Jetta model years. Visit the Volkswagen Jetta buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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