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VOLKSWAGEN 2023-2024: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Reported: January 21, 2026 Initiated: January 21, 2026 #26V028000

Product Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery cell modules may contain misaligned electrodes that can result in a battery fire.

Reason for Recall

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery cell modules may contain misaligned electrodes that can result in a battery fire.

Hazard

A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight until the recall repair is complete. Also, owners are advised not to use Level 3 DC chargers and to limit the maximum charge of the battery to 80% until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell modules as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 10, 2026. Additional letters wil

Details

Recalling Firm
VOLKSWAGEN
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery cell modules may contain misaligned electrodes that can result in a battery fire.. Recalled by VOLKSWAGEN.
Why was this product recalled?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery cell modules may contain misaligned electrodes that can result in a battery fire.
What should consumers do?
Owners are advised to park outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight until the recall repair is complete. Also, owners are advised not to use Level 3 DC chargers and to limit the maximum charge of the battery to 80% until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell modules as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 10, 2026. Additional letters wil
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on January 21, 2026. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 26V028000.