Volkswagen ID recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

January 21, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2023–2025 Volkswagen ID.4

Recall number

26V030000

Brand / firm

Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 43,881 units

Why it was recalled

A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2025 ID.4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.

What to do

Dealers will update the high-voltage battery software, and replace the high-voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93EA. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 23, 2026.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.