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Propulsion system: traction battery
NewRisk. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
2026 Volkswagen ID.4Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4, most often about the back over prevention. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2026 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
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Do not driveNewRisk. Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, 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.
Best & worst years
2026 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
2026 Volkswagen ID.4 safety ratings
2026 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 SUV BEV RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (10.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What ID.4 owners report
Recent back over prevention complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2026 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that while reversing at approximately 3 MPH to park the vehicle, the vehicle stopped abruptly. The contact stated that the automatic system braking had activated and stopped the vehicle with a loud audible alert. The contact stated that…
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