2021 Volkswagen ID.4 recall: Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V162000
- Reported
- March 16, 2022
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
- Vehicles affected
- About 356
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 ID4 vehicles. Incorrect soldering of the flexible printed circuit assembled (FPCA), inside the high voltage (HV) battery, may cause an unreliable connection.
Safety risk
An unreliable battery connection may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the battery cell modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 9302.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Volkswagen ID.4 (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An unreliable battery connection may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the battery cell modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 9302.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.