2025–2026 Volkswagen Jetta: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 26V138000 · 48K units potentially affected · filed Mar 11, 2026
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
An open circuit may draw a higher current and increase the risk of a fire.
The 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V138000
- Manufacturer no.
- 97TC
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Units affected
- 48,165
- Report received
- Mar 11, 2026
- Owner letters
- Mar 31, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Volkswagen Jetta 2025, 2026