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2026 Volkswagen Jetta

Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints from NHTSA, and what they mean when you buy or insure one.

Recalls

1

Do not drive / park outside

0

Overall crash rating

Owner complaints

6

Other years:202620252024202320222021202020192018201720162015201420132012

Things to consider when insuring one

  • 5-star overall crash rating

    NHTSA’s top crash rating. Crash protection affects injury claims, which make up a large share of what auto insurance pays out.

  • Driver-assist sensors come standard

    They can help avoid crashes, but a windshield or bumper repair often needs the cameras and radar recalibrated, which costs more. Check what your comprehensive and collision deductibles would mean for a glass claim.

1 recall

  • NHTSA 26V138000 · Mar 11, 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.

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

Crash test ratings

  • 2026 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 4 DR N/A FWD

    Overall
    Frontal
    Side
    Rollover

    Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 13%

  • 2026 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI 4 DR N/A FWD

    Overall
    Frontal
    Side
    Rollover

    Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 13%

What owners report

6 complaints to NHTSA.

  • Electrical system3
  • Forward collision avoidance2
  • Unknown or other2
  • Engine1
  • Exterior lighting1
  • Steering1

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Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.