Volkswagen ID.4 Complaints

991 consumer complaints on file.

#11629216December 6, 2024
STRUCTURE, BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V651000 (Structure) and 24V344000 (Back Over Prevention, Equipment, Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The main control panel blacked out and the contact was unable to accelerate. The contact coasted to the side of the road and the vehicle regained power and was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that a software update was needed; however, update was unavailable. The failure occurred approximately 15 more times while driving at various speeds. There were no warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the front passenger’s door made a clicking sound and slightly opened while driving approximately 30 MPH and had to be manually closed. The contact also stated that the door ajar light illuminated and remained illuminated despite pulling over and properly closing the door. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the software update needed to be performed. The software update was not performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11629051December 5, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Both main panel and infotainments system of the vehicle are inoperable. No information on the vehicle is available when operating it such as speed/charge remaining/safety information such as engine lights/cameras, etc.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628996December 5, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, SERVICE BRAKES
On December 4, 2024, I left a Volkswagen ID.4 electric car in for service of Volkswagen due to software and door locking issues. The service manager confirmed the problems but stated that the vehicle has not yet received any repairs from Volkswagen and that there is no solution available. I have been given ongoing, negligent responses, such as being told that the only option is to buy another car or that there is nothing they can do. 1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The software system and door locking mechanism are malfunctioning. Both issues are related to unrepairable recalls from Volkswagen. The software issues are causing electrical faults, stopping problems, and unsafe braking performance. The door locking issue prevents proper functionality, likely due to a malfunction in the locking system, which also impacts the security and safety of the vehicle. The car is experiencing significant issues related to software, electrical faults, stopping problems, and, most concerning, unsafe brakes. These issues present a serious safety risk. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The brake system has become unsafe due to electrical and software failures, which could result in an inability to stop the vehicle properly or in a timely manner, presenting a significant safety hazard. Additionally, the malfunctioning door locks compromise the vehicle's security, which could lead to unauthorized access. The combination of these issues not only poses a risk to the driver but also to passengers and others on the road, especially if the braking system fails unexpectedly.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628854December 4, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
The car's turtle light was on, and the car started moving slowly with instructions to part the car immediately. I brought the car to the service on 10/18/2024, and they could not diagnose it after 3 hours. I returned the vehicle on 10/21/2024 with the same complaint, and the car has been at the dealership service since then. VW instructed the service to replace one battery module, which did not solve the problem. Now, the service is waiting on different back-ordered parts, and there is no timeline for the arrival of the parts, nor are they sure this is the resolution.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628605December 3, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION, EQUIPMENT, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owned a 2021 Volkswagen ID4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V6510009 (Structure) and 24V344000 (Back Over Prevention, Equipment, Electrical System) would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628198December 2, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
From purchase this vehicle’s passenger door/door handle have not function properly. One time the door opened without manipulating the door handle. Too many times to count the door handle is used to open the door, however, the door doesn’t open. The door opening spontaneously is obviously a safety concern. The door not opening when attempting to open it, could also be a safety concern if needing urgent egress. The second issue has been with the electrical system. Greater than five times the monitor and seemingly the entire electrical system goes blank. On two occasions this sent the car to “limp mode “. This is the safety concern due to it occurring in traffic.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628122December 1, 2024
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
While driving on the freeway at approximately 65 MPH using adaptive cruise control (ACC) the steering column display changed from MPH to kilometers per hour (KPH). See attached photo and description. The change of cruise control setting distracted the driver and caused confusion since the ACC speed setting changed from 65 MPH to 104 KPH. It took a minute for the driver to realize the units of measure caused this change. The dealer has not confirmed this failure, since it is intermittent and has provided not resolution. Several communications to Volkswagen customer service provided no solution.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627964November 29, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Car door opened on its own. Sometimes infotainment display goes black and becomes unusable.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627847November 28, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The screen turns black and from my understanding disconnects all the safety features
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627795November 27, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Every few days, the doors unlock on their own when parked. It recent as late as 15 minutes ago. It has been happening for a few weeks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627793November 27, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
On 3 different occasions in the last 2 weeks, everything mechanical shutdown accept for the ability to drive. This means all lights, computer systems, dashboards, etc. It was everything electrical accept for the ability to press on the gas, brake, and steer as these 3 things were fine though I could not see my speed either. It, meaning all 3 occurrences, were a total blackout. Ciocca Volkswagon in Flemington tried to give me an appointment 1 month out. I got the manager and he said I will be in the shop 1 week and should get a call. No call to date.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627441November 26, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
I have a Manufacturer Compliance Recall and a Manufacturer Safety Recall outstanding, neither of which the manufacturer can fix. I have called the dealership multiple times to make an appointment to have them fixed, but they do not yet have the remedies available. I have had multiple problems with this car from the day I got it on November 6, 2023. I get errors that pop up constantly on the screen, but they come and go so quickly while I'm driving that I can barely read them, much less take a photo. One of them says maneuver braking is not available. My screen goes out and flashes constantly, but again, it happens so quickly that I can't get photos while I'm driving. I have tried many times, but I'm not going to risk my safety to get a photo of my failing software. This car has no TPMS sensors, so I never have any idea of the status of my tires or if they're low. The car brakes suddenly, going forward and in reverse, and it has happened going at a high speed on the tollway. It was very scary and thankfully no one was behind me. I have trouble getting the charger out of the port on a regular basis. I have to unlock the vehicle on the fob about 5 times before the charger will come out. When I plug in the charger, it is hit or miss whether it will actually charge. I always have to check it later to see if it actually did. It charges on the first try about 50% of the time, and this car has put me in a bind multiple times when I have a long drive the next day. I believe Volkswagen hired the least competent engineers to build this car. It is the most frighteningly terrible car I've ever driven, and I believe Volkswagen should buy this car back from me at the current market value.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627387November 25, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1.What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The screen failed and went completely black while driving. It would not turn on again. The component is still installed in the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. 2.How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? My wife and 1-year-old child were in the car with me on the freeway when the screen failed. This created a dangerous situation that could have led to a serious accident. 3.Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? The issue is known to the manufacturer, but there is currently no remedy for it. 4.Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or others? Yes, the vehicle has been inspected by the dealer, but they are unable to provide a solution at this time. 5.Were there any warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No, there were no warning lamps, messages, or symptoms before the failure occurred.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627303November 25, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Center display sporadically resets while driving causing loss of speedometer information and loss of rearview camera image and parking sensors. This vehicle fails to comply with regulatory requirements. There is an increase risk of crash or injury when driving or backing up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627062November 24, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Multiple times over the weekend of 11/16/2024 I attempted to put my vehicle into reverse as normal and the backup camera failed to initiate. I had to restart the car to remedy the situation. This is a different glitch than what I previously experienced with the screens going blank. I have contacted VW about these issues and thus far they have been unwilling to remedy the situation. This issue is a CLEAR safety risk as my son or other children playing in the driveway or street near this car are in danger without a functioning back up camera. In my case I refused to move the car until I was able to get the backup camera to engage. Sometimes this required multiple restarts of the car to stop the glitch.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11626925November 22, 2024
POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
So our door handles have not been working to the point where my kids are stuck in the car and they can’t open the door and from the outside we are not able to open the door. We have safety warnings that pop up often then disappear and also we have our screens turn black and take a mom to turn back on. We have called VW corporate and they told us to keep taking it in then we take it for service and they can’t do anything due to them not having a solution to fix these issues because their under recalls and were physically having the issues they can’t do anything. It’s annoying and it’s a huge safety issue for us and our kids!!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11626770November 22, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
There are 2 recalls on my vehicle that have been out there for many months with no resolution or updates from VW. 1 involves all screens locking up or going blank. the other involves the door opening on it's own. both are serious safety concerns
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11626680November 21, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WHEELS
I have been leasing vehicles from VW since 2009, I leased every model they have from cars to SUVs. This is my first time leasing their first electric vehicle, ID.4. Since leasing this vehicle, we've faced multiple issues. First time was the second day after I leased it, the air conditioning wasn’t working at all. This issue was repaired. Then all sort of electrical problems started occurring when braking, including the back window lowering itself, the radio turning on and off by itself, interior lights flickering, the backup camera failing, and rear sensors not working. Additionally, the brakes have twice failed to respond properly, requiring multiple pumps to stop. Despite reporting these problems to the dealership and having inspections performed, no resolution has been found. Also 2 days ago, the rear tire unexpectedly blew out while driving, potentially due to a magnetic field beneath the vehicle pulling metal debris from the road, which may have caused a sidewall puncture. This incident occurred at just 3,221 miles of tire usage. Although it is a known issue, the dealership made me pay to replace the tire, which cost $546. Additionally, a recent safety recall about doors unexpectedly opening while driving greatly adds to all safety concerns mentioned above. These compounded issues make this vehicle very unsafe, and I’m deeply anxious about driving it, and very concerned for my safety and that of others on the road. I urge immediate resolution to these safety and potentially dangerous problems.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11626675November 21, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to slow immediately. The contact stated that his wife was able to bring the vehicle to a complete stop by pump the brake pedal. The contact stated that while his wife was depressing the brake pedal, the radio volume was not working as designed, the windows were rolling up and down independently, and the headlamps were not functioning as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 3,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11626486November 20, 2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that while merging onto the highway at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly came to a complete stop. The contact started pumping the accelerator to avoid being struck from behind. The contact stated that there was message displayed on the instrument panel that the vehicle was about to crash. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was performing as designed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 14,038.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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