Recall 26V-138
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2025 to 2026 Volkswagen Jetta: Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-138
- Reported
- March 11, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 48,165 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is 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.
The risk
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-[removed]. 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.
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Jetta 2025 to 2026