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US recalls (1)
Electrical system: wiring
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
Electrical
2026-03-11 · campaign 2026-110
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the transmission ground wire may not have been connected during production. As a result, wiring or nearby parts could overheat.
Safety Risk:
Wiring or parts that overheat can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, repair the transmission ground wire.
Owner complaints (6)
Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta. Among 43 model years of this model, it ranks #42 for the most complaints (median 160).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | |
| Unknown or other | 2 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Volkswagen Jetta.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2026 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI 4 DR N/A FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 4 DR N/A FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2026 Volkswagen Jetta version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Jetta 1.5 L Automatic (S8) | 29 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Jetta Sport/SE/SEL 1.5 L Automatic (S8) | 29 | 40 | 33 | $2,050 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.