1997 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Main Specs Gallery Trims Vin Numbers Safety Recalls Faq
Value Range $14,570 - $20,930
Seats 5
Miles per Gallon 22 - 24 City / 29 - 31 HWY
Crash Testing 1
# Trims 7 Trims

1997 Volkswagen Jetta is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 173.40 in length and 56.10 in height. Made in Mexico, 1997 Volkswagen Jetta has 7 trims priced by the manufacturer at 16,290 with just total of 2 recalls in the past 1997 Volkswagen Jetta. It’s seating 5 people with doors and a rank size of 14.50 gallon. The engine is 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V and uses 22 - 24 of gasoline in the city and 22 - 24 on highways.

Volkswagen Jetta 1997 Trims

1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 24 City / 29 - 31 HWY

1997 Volkswagen Jetta GL

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 24 City / 29 - 31 HWY

1997 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

Engine: 1.9L L4 SOHC 8V TURBO DIESEL
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 40 City / 49 HWY

Vin Numbers

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 02V026000 started on /Date(1011934800000-0500)/.

Summary: ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Recall 09E012000 started on /Date(1239076800000-0400)/.

Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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If you consider used 1997 Volkswagen Jetta look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 1997 Volkswagen Jetta’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 22 - 24 miles, which is higher then 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.

1997 Volkswagen Jetta is made in Mexico between 1981 to 2021.

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