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3VWDB7AJ4HM••••••2017 Volkswagen JETTA
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2017 Volkswagen JETTA build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
155on the model
53builds in total
Most reportedEngine 2Fuel/propulsion System 2Vehicle Speed Control 1Service Brakes 1
What owners of this build wrote
EngineAug 2024
The catalytic converter malfunctioned and is defective. My vehicle is within 8 years and under 80,000 miles and Volkswagen of Toms River will not replace or address the safety concern as they are required by law to replace it. The vehicle will hit 8 year on January 1st and they…
Fuel/propulsion SystemAug 2024
EPC light came on and I could smell a strong odor of gas. The car immediately began to de-accelerate and I could no longer use the gas pedal. I was on a highway road with lots of curves and limited shoulder, this could have been deadly. The vehicle also could have started a…
Unknown Or OtherJul 2020
The sunroof exploded while driving on the highway. There was no impact by debri or collision... It just exploded suddendly. This is extremely dangerous. It is alarming while driving, shattered glass flying at you is extremely dangerous to the driver, the passengers, and other…
Vehicle Speed ControlApr 2019
The contact owns a 2017 volkswagen jetta. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact attempted to slow down by depressing the brake pedal; however, the vehicle spontaneously accelerated. The contact had to push the start button and shift into park to stop the vehicle. There…
EngineJan 2021
Recall number: 20V648 is not resolved in a timely manner. There is not a repair available yet
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3VWDB7AJ4HM400418 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.