2025 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 30 owner complaints for the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta. The EPA rates it 33 MPG combined.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 30
- Crashes / fires reported
- 4 / 0
- EPA combined
- 33 MPG
2025 Volkswagen Jetta recalls
Electrical SystemMar 25, 2026 · NHTSA 26V185000+
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.
Fix: 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 customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90Z5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 22, 2026.
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."
Electrical SystemMar 11, 2026 · NHTSA 26V138000+
Risk: An open circuit may draw a higher current and increase the risk of a fire.
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2025 Volkswagen Jetta problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Forward Collision Avoidance7
- Unknown or Other6
- Power Train6
- Fuel/Propulsion System4
- Visibility/Wiper3
- Electrical System3
- Service Brakes2
- Lane Departure2
2025 Volkswagen Jetta gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetta | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 29 | 39 | 33 | $1,950 |
| Jetta Sport/SE/SEL | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S8) | 29 | 40 | 33 | $1,950 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta, most recently for the electrical system (Mar 25, 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Volkswagen Jetta problems?
Owners filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are forward collision avoidance (7), unknown or other (6), power train (6).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta at 33 MPG combined (best version: 29 city / 39 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.