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2026 Volkswagen ID.4 Problems, Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.

Written by Amir Guerami, Attorney· Last reviewed

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NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.

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Data last refreshed (Eastern time)

November 6, 2026

The bulk complaint records for the 2026 ID.4 are being verified. Complaint counts and the component chart are withheld while the download contains fewer records than a valid live count, or the download is unavailable. You can search the complaints directly at NHTSA.

Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.

2026 ID.4 Recall Records

Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY · 26V630000

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.

Remedy: 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.

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS · 25V835000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44BW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025.

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2026 ID.4 Service Bulletins

A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.

Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.

NumberDateComponentSummaryNHTSA record
V9422012066639_7Oct 27, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGCondensation11039326
V9419012011521_22Oct 27, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGCondensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses11039325
V0019012040590_16Oct 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERWater Migration under RAPGARD® during PDI11039305
V9326032083367_2Oct 7, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMInstallation of Battery Regulation Control Module -J840-, -SX7-, -SX8-.11039322
V0018092053065_8Oct 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERSafety Related Inquiry and Reporting11039304
V9326032083367_1Sep 23, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSteps to take if DTC P0AA500 (DA:008C)11038153
TT 96 26 01Sep 17, 2026LANE DEPARTURE: ASSISTHeat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation.11038145
SM 39-2026Sep 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERThis special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.11038143
V9326062082403_2Aug 31, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMBattery charger control unit software update11036883
V4619022015173_35Aug 27, 2026SERVICE BRAKESBrake rotor resurfacing11036877
V4619012010245_33Aug 27, 2026SERVICE BRAKESResurfacing Rotors during Perfect Delivery Inspection11036876
VOS-26-50Aug 26, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERThis is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct vari…11036887
V9326062082403_1Aug 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMBattery charger control unit software update11036882
V9326052081829_2Aug 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMDiagnosis of low insulation resistance in the High-Voltage (HV) wiring.11036881
V2724012073810_7Aug 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMBattery Checking Procedure before replacement11036872
V4418012043620_10Aug 11, 2026STEERINGWarranty Alignment Worksheet11036875
V4015022033347_8Aug 10, 2026POWER TRAINReplacement instruction11036874
TT 96-26-01Jul 30, 2026LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTIONChecking Installation and calibration11035760
V9326052081829_1Jul 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMDiagnosis of low insulation resistance in the High-Voltage (HV) wiring.11035768
VOS-26-42Jul 15, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the…11035772
All 2026 ID.4 records at NHTSA

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