Recall 17V137 affects 4,875 2017 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles for an incorrect tire information label. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 4,875 2017 Jetta vehicles because the tire information label lists incorrect information, which can lead an owner to overload the vehicle. Extra weight can affect handling or damage tires, increasing crash risk, and Volkswagen dealers will install a corrected label free of charge.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The tire information label on a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta is the sticker that tells the driver the correct tire size, tire pressure, and maximum cargo weight for that vehicle. Owners use it when loading the car or setting tire pressure, and dealers use it as a quick reference during service. The label has to match the exact engine and weight configuration.
On affected Jettas, the cargo weight printed on the label was taken from the wrong weight table. Volkswagen says the label used information for a 2.0 liter configuration instead of the 1.4 liter 110 KW configuration. That means the printed cargo limit does not match the vehicle, which can lead an owner to load more weight than the Jetta is certified to carry.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the label itself, so the driver will not hear, feel, or see a mechanical symptom before relying on the wrong cargo-weight information.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Volkswagen Jetta | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 4,875 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Volkswagen Jetta is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect tire information label can lead an owner to overload the Jetta. Overloading affects handling or damages tires, increasing the risk of a crash. Follow the corrected load information after the dealer installs it. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Volkswagen Jetta is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free corrected tire information label installation that fixes the incorrect load information.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V137 when you call.
- Avoid loading the Jetta heavily until the corrected label is installed, since the wrong label can lead to overload, handling changes, or tire damage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician installs a corrected tire information label with the correct load and tire selection details for the 2017 Jetta. The recall repair is available now, and the corrected label is installed free of charge. Ask the service desk to reference Volkswagen recall 01B8 when scheduling so they confirm the label campaign and complete the repair.
Timeline
| March 2, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 20, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V137?
Recall 17V137 covers 4,875 2017 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles with an incorrect tire information label. The wrong label information can lead an owner to overload the vehicle, which affects handling or damages tires and increases crash risk. Volkswagen dealers install a corrected label for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Jetta is included in recall 17V137. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer and ask for the corrected tire information label. Reference recall number 17V137 or Volkswagen recall 01B8 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volkswagen dealers install the corrected tire information label free of charge. Parts and labor are covered through the recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle overloading because the tire information label has incorrect information. An overloaded Jetta has affected handling or tire damage risk, which increases crash risk. Use care with passenger and cargo loading until the dealer installs the corrected label.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V137000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V137 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V137000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →