Volkswagen is recalling 22,524 ID.4 EV SUVs because the high-voltage battery could catch fire.
The recall covers 2023-2026 models. The cause of the issue is under investigation. Volkswagen says that certain charging profiles, and charging beyond 80%, could “trigger a thermal propagation internal to the high-voltage battery,” according to a filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This chain reaction may lead to overheating between battery cells, increasing fire risk.
VW is working on a remedy. The important thing to know is that, until then, owners should keep the vehicles’ charge limit at 80% or lower.
Owners can expect notification by mail starting Nov. 27. Another notice will go out when the fix is available.
To check whether your VW ID.4 EV might be included in the recall, check your VIN, license plate, or year, make, and model of your car at our recall center.
