CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 339 complaints with NHTSA, including 28 crashes, 1 fire, 24 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (181 reports).
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 recalls
Gear Display May Fail, Risking Rollaway Crash
Certain 2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4 and 2022-2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron and Q4 Sportback e-Tron vehicles may not properly show the transmission gear position on the instrument panel.
Water in Door Handles Can Cause Doors to Open While Driving
Water can enter the circuit board assembly inside certain door handles, which can cause a door to open unexpectedly.
Displays May Go Blank, Hiding Speed and Rear Camera
Certain 2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles may have center and instrument panel displays that fail to boot or sporadically reset.
Doors May Open Unexpectedly While Driving Slowly
Certain 2021-2022 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles may have door handles that allow water to enter the circuit board assembly.
Battery Software Glitch Can Cut Drive Power
A software programming error in certain 2021 ID.4 vehicles can cause the high-voltage battery management control module to restart, or the pulse inverter to shut off.
Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
The passenger front airbag in certain 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles may have been folded incorrectly during manufacturing.
Battery Connection Fault Can Cause Stalling, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2021 ID.4 vehicles may have an incorrectly soldered flexible printed circuit assembly inside the high-voltage battery.
Steering Could Fail, Raising Crash Risk
The steering gear in this vehicle may have a drive bushing that was incorrectly assembled or is missing.
Rear Seat Belt May Fail to Secure Child Car Seats
Rear seat belt retractors in these vehicles may deactivate early, which can stop a child restraint system from being held securely in place.
Rear Seat Belts May Not Secure Child Car Seats
Some rear outboard seat belts may have been installed without the automatic locking retractor (ALR) function.
Headlight Caps Misplaced, Adjustable Beam Can Cause Glare
Some headlight aim caps were installed on the vertical adjustment point instead of the horizontal one.
Most common 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 problems
Problem areas named in the 339 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 181 |
| Unknown Or Other | 59 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 47 |
| Structure | 38 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 36 |
| Service Brakes | 34 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 24 |
| Power Train | 23 |
| Back Over Prevention | 19 |
| Engine | 17 |
What owners report
While driving, the red "electrical system not working" error message displayed. The car lost control of acceleration and was non responsive. Loss of vehicle control while driving at freeway speeds is a safety risk to myself and others. The dealer (kearny mesa vw) says that it can not replicate the code, but sent me an estimate with error code 1208 battery and hardware with a $5, 000 replacement fee. When I asked for error codes and a detailed printout of required service, they then messaged me that it is covered under the vw pre-owned service contract for only the $50 deductible. I only have a text message from a service representative, nothing written. The red error message first appeared
This is related to my earlier NHTSA complaint 11771852 for the same vehicle. On 10/16/2026 a Volkswagen dealer ran a diagnostic on a yellow dashboard electrical warning light on my 2021 ID.4 and reported fault codes P0BBD00 (hybrid battery pack voltage variation exceeded limit) and P0AA600 (high voltage battery voltage system isolation fault, sporadic). The dealer found that battery module 6 has uneven cell voltages and needs replacement, and stated that other modules or components may fail in the near future. The warning light remains on, and the displayed range for a given charge level has dropped. Dashboard photos: 10/11/2026 8:03 AM, 65% charge, 109 miles; 10/17/2026 8:09 PM, 73% charge,
My 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is subject to open NHTSA Safety Recall 24V-651 (Volkswagen recall 57J9) for the exterior door handles. The recall states that water can enter the door handle electronics and cause a door to open unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion, which increases the risk of injury to occupants and others. On 10/16/2026 I took the vehicle to a Volkswagen dealer in Tracy, California, specifically to have this recall performed at no cost. The dealerâs own check-in estimate recorded the recall as âverified open.â The dealer kept the vehicle from 7:43 AM until about 11:00 AM and returned it without performing the recall. Recall parts were reported as not available, and the
High voltage battery modules fail often and continuously. I am on my third battery module replacement of the year taking up to two weeks for repair. There is also a lighting failure when the weather is hot. All lighting system fail and dont turn on until car is driven for a while and the system cools down. This happens often as I am located in florida. During the summer its almost every day. Dealer hasnt been able to fix. All they have said was that VW told them that is due to the UV of the sun. Nothing they can do. I have never had a car fail its whole lighting system when its hot outside. This is extremly important as front lights wont display turn signals while the system is in this state
The SOS/ GPS system in my car failed a few days after the warranty expired. So my car no longer knows where it is and if I press the SOS (Emergency Call) button (or if it was automatically triggered after an accident), it does not work and it does not summon help. I asked VW to cover all or part of the cost as "goodwill" for an important safety system and they refused. Failure of the SOS system (either the battery or the communication module) is a known common failure on VWs and on the ID.4 in particular. VW should recall these vehicles so that this important safety system works.
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 questions
Does the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4: Gear Display May Fail, Risking Rollaway Crash; Water in Door Handles Can Cause Doors to Open While Driving; Displays May Go Blank, Hiding Speed and Rear Camera; Doors May Open Unexpectedly While Driving Slowly; Battery Software Glitch Can Cut Drive Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?
Based on 339 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (181), Unknown Or Other (59), Forward Collision Avoidance (47).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.