NHTSA · Vehicle · September 30, 2026

Volkswagen recall: 2023–2026 ID.4 – electrical system

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling 2023–2026 Volkswagen ID.4 because of a fire risk – 22,524 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on September 30, 2026. Distributed nationwide.

Serious A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.

A dealership service department
Illustration: A dealership service department – not the recalled product. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Product2023–2026 Volkswagen ID.4
BrandVolkswagen
CompanyVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
TypeVehicles
ClassificationVehicle
Report receivedSeptember 30, 2026
Published by NHTSASeptember 30, 2026
Quantity22,524 vehicles (potentially affected)
Recall ID26V630000
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

MakeModelModel years
VolkswagenID.42023–2026
Exactly as the agency lists them

Identifiers and details

NHTSA campaign number
26V630000
Manufacturer recall number
93EX
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Built
2023-01-01 to ?
Recalled part
HV Battery · HV Battery · 11K.915.599.A, 11K.915.599.D, 11K.915.592.D
Initiated by
Manufacturer

Why it was recalled

The problem: a fire risk.

NHTSA's defect summary: “Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2026 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail and lead to a vehicle fire.”

The consequence, according to NHTSA: “A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.”

What to do

NHTSA: “Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93EX. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 6, 2026.”

Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.

Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V630000.

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FAQ

About this recall

Is Volkswagen 2023–2026 Volkswagen ID.4 recalled?

Yes. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported the recall to NHTSA on September 30, 2026; NHTSA published it September 30, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.

Why was it recalled?

Because of a fire risk. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2026 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail and lead to a vehicle fire.

What should I do if I have it?

NHTSA says: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93EX. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall …

Where was it sold?

Nationwide.

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Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.

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