2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 High Voltage Battery Fire Recall

Why This Matters

A vehicle fire, whether while parked or driving, significantly increases the risk of injury to occupants and others. This recall addresses a critical safety concern related to the high voltage battery system in affected vehicles.

What's Being Recalled

This recall impacts certain 2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles. The core issue lies within the high voltage (HV) battery cell modules, which may contain misaligned electrodes. This manufacturing defect can lead to a battery fire.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

Owners of 2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles should verify if their specific vehicle is included in this recall. You can do this by entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the NHTSA.gov website. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 11, 2026. For further assistance, you may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, referencing Volkswagen's internal recall number 93EV.

Manufacturer's Remedy

Volkswagen dealers will address the issue by inspecting and, if necessary, replacing the affected high voltage battery cell modules. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner.

Important Safety Advisory: Park Outside and Charging Restrictions

"PARK OUTSIDE advisory issued (fire risk)": Volkswagen has issued a critical safety advisory for owners of affected vehicles. You are strongly advised to park your vehicle outside immediately after charging.

Do not leave your vehicle charging indoors overnight until the recall repair has been completed. Additionally, owners should avoid using Level 3 DC chargers and limit the maximum charge of the battery to 80% until the remedy has been implemented. These precautions are essential to mitigate the risk of a battery fire associated with the 2023 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 recall.

Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 25V836000