repaired · 2026 Q3
Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk. Failure to display the gear position may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 Volkswagen ID.4Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 342 owner complaints about the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-312 the manufacturer reports only 79% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has problems
342 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
184Electrical system7 crash/fire/injury
40Forward collision avoidance16 crash/fire/injury
37Structure2 crash/fire/injury
36Vehicle speed control14 crash/fire/injury
34Service brakes10 crash/fire/injury
25Fuel/propulsion system
23Power train
18Back over prevention
17Engine
9416 other systems10 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 184 | 7 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 40 | 16 |
| Structure | 37 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 36 | 14 |
| Service brakes | 34 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 25 | 2 |
| Power train | 23 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 18 | 4 |
| Engine | 17 | 1 |
| 16 other systems | 94 | 10 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Handle: exterior
Risk. A vehicle door that opens unexpectedly while driving increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. Displays that do not show critical information, such as vehicle speed or the rearview camera image, increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Handle: exterior
Risk. A vehicle door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2024 Q4
Management system/energy control module (bms/becm): software
Risk. A reset or deactivation may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. An incorrectly folded air bag may not protect the occupant as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. An unreliable battery connection may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q4
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Risk. An incorrectly assembled or missing drive bushing may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Adjusting the horizontal headlight beam can increase glare, reducing visibility for the driver and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volkswagen.
Mileage at failure
When do electrical system problems start?
23kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 24 electrical system complaints. 96% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 11% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
13under 30k miles23under 100k miles1100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other ID.4 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the ID.4 median. How we score
'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 safety ratings
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
- Inadvertent Door OpeningNo recall
In owners' words
What ID.4 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On November 9, 2026, while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the main center infotainment display completely blanked out and went entirely black. The screen remained completely dead for approximately 5 minutes while the vehicle was in motion. This creates an immediate safety hazard as it cuts off…
pdate to my NHTSA complaints 11771852, 11772122 and 11775164, 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. Safety recall 24V-651 (Volkswagen 57J9, door handles) has not been remedied on my vehicle for 19 months because parts have not been available. Component: exterior door handles under recall 24V-651. Per the recall,…
Update to my NHTSA complaints 11772122 (battery, October 19, 2026) and 11771852 (door handle recall, October 17, 2026) for my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. What failed: the high voltage battery and charging. On November 1, 2026, the vehicle either did not charge or stopped charging with about 38 miles of…
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