2026 Volkswagen Jetta
1 recalls · 1 complaints · Safety Score A
Recall History
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 & Remedy
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.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2026 | Steering,electrical System,exterior Lighting | I'm not exactly sure on what happened but when using the lane stay assist it doesn't read the lines correctly causing th... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta has 1 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 1.
The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta has a Safety Score of 83/100 (Grade A). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2026 Volkswagen Jetta received a Safety Score of A. This vehicle has a better-than-average safety record. No crash reports are on file.
Contact your nearest Volkswagen dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).