Volkswagen Recalls 22,000-Plus ID.4 EVs Over Fire Risk
Volkswagen is recalling more than 22,500 examples of its ID.4 electric SUV over an issue with the high-voltage battery that may lead to a fire.
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Affected vehicles include model-year 2023-26 ID.4s. Due to an unknown cause, certain charging profiles combined with a charge over 80% may trigger thermal propagation within the high-voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
Until the repair is completed, owners are advised to only charge their battery to a maximum of 80%. The remedy for the issue is currently under development, but interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk will be sent out Nov. 27; additional letters will be mailed when the remedy is available. Those with further questions can contact VW customer service at 800-893-5298 (the automaker’s number for this recall is 93EX), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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