CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 has 15 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 466 complaints with NHTSA, including 56 crashes, 7 fires, 33 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (233 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2023 Volkswagen ID.4 recalls
High-voltage battery may fail and cause a fire
Certain 2023-2026 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles have a high-voltage traction battery that may fail.
Battery Cells May Cause Fire; Park Outside After Charging
Certain 2023 and 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles may have high voltage battery cell modules with misaligned electrodes.
High-Voltage Battery May Overheat, Raising Fire Risk
Certain 2023 through 2025 ID.4 electric vehicles have a high-voltage traction battery that may overheat.
Battery May Overheat and Cause a Fire
Certain 2023 and 2024 ID.4 vehicles have high voltage battery cell modules that may contain misaligned electrodes.
Loose Bolts Could Cause Loss of Vehicle Control
Certain chassis, brake system, and suspension bolts on these Volkswagen vehicles may not have been correctly tightened during manufacturing.
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.
Rearview camera may go blank, raising crash risk
The rearview camera image may not appear on the display when the vehicle is put in reverse or when the park function is manually activated.
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.
Loose Passenger Air Bag Fasteners Could Prevent Proper Deployment
The passenger-side frontal air bag inflator on certain 2023 and 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles may have loose fasteners securing it.
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.
Roof sunshade may burn easily, raising fire injury risk
Certain 2023 and 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles have an interior sunshade for the panoramic glass roof that may not be sufficiently fire retardant.
Door May Open Unexpectedly While Driving
Water can enter the circuit board assembly inside certain door handles.
Battery cable can short and cause power loss or fire
The 12-volt battery charging cable may rub against the steering column shaft over time.
Coolant leak can disable safety systems and cause a crash
A sealing ring on the electric motor was assembled improperly, which can let coolant leak into the high-voltage electrical system.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank Screen, Raising Crash Risk
The rearview camera display may go blank or stop responding when the vehicle is put in reverse or when the park function is activated manually.
Most common 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 problems
Problem areas named in the 466 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 233 |
| Unknown Or Other | 119 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 100 |
| Structure | 61 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 57 |
| Back Over Prevention | 49 |
| Service Brakes | 36 |
| Power Train | 32 |
| Engine | 26 |
| Lane Departure | 24 |
What owners report
The built-in GPS navigation system on my 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 is experiencing a severe location drift defect, causing the vehicle's onboard map to show the car miles away from its actual physical location. This is an active safety hazard. In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle's automated emergency services (eCall/SOS/Car-Net) rely on this built-in GPS module to transmit coordinates to first responders. Because the system is reporting completely inaccurate location data, emergency personnel would be dispatched to the wrong coordinates during an accident, causing catastrophic delays in life-saving medical response.
I was stopped in a friendâs driveway in front of her closed garage door to drop her off after an outing. The front sensor had not been alerting me to how close I was to any objects several times the same day. Before my passenger exited, the car suddenly lurched forward and smashed into my friendâs garage door, buckling several panels on the garage door and scraping the paint off the front of my car. I have contacted the dealership to have the car inspected and Iâm waiting for an appointment. No police report has been filed. No injuries occurred. There were no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms (aside from the front sensor not alerting me when I was close to objects in front of
Vehicle: 2023 Volkswagen ID.4, VIN [XXX] (in service [XXX]) Component: Power Train â Drive axle / Driveshaft At 19,623 miles, a thumping and rolling noise developed in the rear, worst under heavy acceleration and deceleration. Volkswagen of Cool Springs (Franklin, TN) found the left rear CV axle loose where it fits into the rear drive motor. The dealer replaced the left rear drive axle (RO [XXX], 06/28/2025 to 07/14/2025). The same noise returned within 3 days. On 07/17/2025 (RO [XXX], 19,732 miles), the dealer ordered a second driveshaft. A later visit (RO [XXX]) again recommended axle replacement. Further axle and seal work was done on RO [XXX] (10/30/2025 to 11/05/2025, 22,199 miles).
Failure to stop, auto continued forward. I veered right to avoid heading collision with a tree. I veered right but was unable to prevent colliding with the tree, scraping the bark. The vehicle then spontaneously accelerated and I had to slam my foot on the brake to make it stop. This caused $8900 of damage to the body of the vehicle. The repairman at the collision shop expressed concerns with the brakes, and recommended the car be taken to the dealer to have the brakes checked..This EV has been reported as having this issue since 2021, for models 2021-2024; VW fails to install a safety recall. this problem. The car is a safety risk. I canât drive it anymore because I fear a repeat of the
On XXX, at about 10:22 PM, I was driving my 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 southbound on [XXX] in [XXX], from [XXX] toward [XXX]. It was raining moderately, but the road and lanes were clearly visible. There was no vehicle, person or object in front of me. Adaptive Cruise Control was not engaged. I was traveling at about 55 mph. Without any input from me, the car suddenly applied full emergency braking. I did not press the brake pedal. The sudden braking on the wet road caused the car to spin around about twice. It struck the curb and the concrete barrier wall on the left side of the highway and came to a stop. The side airbags deployed and the seat belts tightened. The hazard lights came on by themse
2023 Volkswagen ID.4 safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (10.9% rollover risk) |
| 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV RWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (10.3% rollover risk) |
2023 Volkswagen ID.4 questions
Does the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls for the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4: High-voltage battery may fail and cause a fire; Battery Cells May Cause Fire; Park Outside After Charging; High-Voltage Battery May Overheat, Raising Fire Risk; Battery May Overheat and Cause a Fire; Loose Bolts Could Cause Loss of Vehicle Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4?
Based on 466 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (233), Unknown Or Other (119), Forward Collision Avoidance (100).
How safe is the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 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.