Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2025-2026 Jetta vehicles
— Recall Campaign #26V138000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 48,165 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
26V138000
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 11, 2026 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 26V138000 |
| Units affected: | 48,165 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- An open circuit may draw a higher current and increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- 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.