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Volkswagen recall — Wiring
NHTSA · March 11, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V138000 (Volkswagen), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 48,165.
- Component: Wiring.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Source ID
- 26V138000
Defect
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
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen | Jetta | 2025 |
| Volkswagen | Jetta | 2026 |
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