Volkswagen ID.4 Battery Fire Risk Recall (2023-2025)
2025 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Updated January 21, 2026
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2023 to 2025 ID.4 electric vehicles because the high-voltage battery can overheat, raising the risk of a fire. Dealers will update the battery software and replace the battery if needed, at no cost to you.
Is the Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on January 21, 2026. Details below.
What is recalled
Certain 2023, 2024, and 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles. Volkswagen's internal recall reference number is 93EA. Check whether your specific VIN is included by searching at NHTSA.gov (VINs became searchable on January 23, 2026).
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2023, 2024, or 2025 Volkswagen ID.4. Look up your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (found on your dashboard near the windshield or on your registration) at NHTSA.gov to confirm your vehicle is included in recall 93EA.
What to do right now
Take your ID.4 to a Volkswagen dealer for a free high-voltage battery software update, and a battery replacement if needed. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2026. If you haven't heard from Volkswagen yet, call their customer service line at 1-800-893-5298 and reference recall number 93EA.
Contact: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
The hazard
A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-26V030000
- Recalled
- January 21, 2026
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