NHTSA Recall Check

2026 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls

NHTSA reports 1 open safety recall for the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta. All recall repairs are free at any authorized Volkswagen dealer, regardless of mileage or ownership.

Open Recalls for the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta

26V138000Reported 11/03/2026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Summary

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.

Consequence

An open circuit may draw a higher current and increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Source: NHTSA campaign 26V138000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

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How to Get a Recall Repaired

  1. Confirm the recall applies to your specific Volkswagen Jetta by checking the VIN above.
  2. Note the NHTSA campaign number from the recall details.
  3. Call any authorized Volkswagen dealer and reference the campaign number.
  4. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the dealer must perform the recall remedy at no cost regardless of vehicle age or owner.
  5. Bring the vehicle to the appointment. Most recall repairs take 1-3 hours; some require parts to be ordered first.

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