Volkswagen Jetta Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Volkswagen Jetta have?

The Volkswagen Jetta has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2025 through 2025. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Jetta under recall?

Whether your specific Jetta is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Jetta year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 2 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

2 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Volkswagen Jetta. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

7199

Owner Complaints

380

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years355 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2025

Affected Model Years

20252R · 19C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical2 campaigns (100%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Volkswagen Jetta

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

894

ENGINE

535

POWER TRAIN

482

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

402

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

294

AIR BAGS

274

SERVICE BRAKES

264

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

261

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

223

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

169

Based on 7,199 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 13 deaths and 380 injuries reported.

All Volkswagen Jetta Recall Campaigns

#26V1380002025 Volkswagen JettaElectrical

Issued: Nov 3, 2026

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: 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 1-800-89…

#26V1850002025 Volkswagen JettaElectrical

Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Jetta and Taos vehicles. The instrument panel may fail to display warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays…

Risk: An instrument panel that does not display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software and replace the instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen cust…

Recalls by Component

2Electrical Recalls

#26V138000MY 2025

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, cau…

#26V185000MY 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Jetta and Taos vehicles. The instrument panel may fail to display warning lights or gauges. As such, these …

Volkswagen Jetta Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Volkswagen Jetta have?

The Volkswagen Jetta has 2 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2025 through 2025.

Is my Jetta under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Jetta year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta has the highest recall campaign count (2 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Jetta recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Jetta?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Volkswagen Jetta for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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