2017 Volkswagen beetle
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Volkswagen beetle is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.
2017 Volkswagen beetle at a glance
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2017 Volkswagen beetle recalls 4
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 transmis…
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
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."
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected tire information label, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 01B9.
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.
Fix: 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 began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact…
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69EG, 69GQ, and 69E6.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2017 Volkswagen beetle common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2017 Volkswagen beetle MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2017 Volkswagen beetle worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2017 Volkswagen beetle costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,247) with the same model 5 model-years older ($12,006), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2017 Volkswagen beetle trims & engines on record
2017 Volkswagen beetle vehicles on record
2017 Volkswagen beetle Fleet Edition, S/Classic, Pink3VWF17AT7HM625638
2017 Volkswagen beetle S, Classic, Pink/SE, SEL3VW517AT0HM809962
2017 Volkswagen beetle Fleet Edition, S/Classic, Pink3VWF17AT3HM626740
2017 Volkswagen beetle Fleet Edition, S/Classic, Pink3VWF17AT4HM628108
2017 Volkswagen beetle Fleet Edition, S/Classic, Pink3VWF17AT5HM628165
2017 Volkswagen beetle S, Classic, Pink/SE, SEL3VW517AT6HM811327
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2017 Volkswagen beetle — frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Volkswagen beetle have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen beetle. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen beetle?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, lane departure.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Volkswagen beetle get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Volkswagen beetle at about 27 mpg combined (24 city / 31 highway).
How much is a 2017 Volkswagen beetle worth?
Comparable 2017 Volkswagen beetle listings run roughly $14,995–$19,400, typically around $17,247 (from 5 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.