2026 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta. Each is fixed free of charge by a Volkswagen dealer.
Key takeaways
- 1 NHTSA safety recall on record for the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta.
- Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer, with no expiry for safety recalls.
- Confirm with your VIN - a model-year recall may not include your car.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Campaign 26V138000 · 2026-03-11Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Jetta vehicles. The transmission ground wire may not have been properly connected during assembly, causing an open electrical circuit.
Risk: An open circuit may draw a higher current and increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair transmission ground wire as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97TC. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 13, 2026.
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Recall records are published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and shown here as received. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, so the definitive check is your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.