Volkswagen Recalls 48,000 Jetta Vehicles for Electrical System Fire Risk
Volkswagen is issuing a recall for over 48,000 Jetta vehicles due to concerns about a potential fire risk stemming from an electrical system issue. The recall affects 48,165 Jetta cars from the model years 2025-2026 in the United States and an additional 13,318 vehicles in Canada, totaling 63,318 units in North America. The problem is related to an incomplete connection in the vehicle's electrical system, which could lead to an excessive current draw and potentially cause a fire. The issue is attributed to a human error during the assembly process, resulting in an open electrical circuit. The affected Jetta vehicles were manufactured between March 3, 2025, and Feb. 17, 2026, with Volkswagen's recall number being 97TC.
Volkswagen plans to notify owners of the affected vehicles via mail starting around May 8. Owners are advised to take their cars to an authorized dealer, where the issue will be fixed at no cost. For any inquiries or concerns, customers can reach out to Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Additionally, they can check if their vehicle is part of the recall by searching their Vehicle Identification Numbers on NHTSA.gov. To report any safety concerns or seek further assistance, owners can contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, with the NHTSA campaign number for this recall being 26V138.
In conclusion, Volkswagen is proactively addressing the potential safety issue in the Jetta vehicles by issuing a recall to rectify the electrical system problem. Owners are encouraged to respond to the recall notice promptly to ensure the necessary repairs are carried out to mitigate any risks associated with the issue.