Volkswagen Jetta recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 11, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2025–2026 Volkswagen Jetta

Recall number

26V138000

Brand / firm

Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 48,165 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.