Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.: 2023 ID4 Rear-Wheel Drive Vehicles Recalled for Battery Cable Short Circuit

Agency Publication Date: December 29, 2022

Summary

Volkswagen is recalling approximately 1,042 of its 2023 ID4 rear-wheel drive vehicles because a 12-Volt battery charging cable may rub against the steering column shaft. This contact can wear down the cable's insulation, potentially leading to a short circuit. If a short circuit occurs, the vehicle may lose drive power while in motion or experience a fire.

Risk

A short circuit in the high-voltage environment increases the risk of a vehicle fire even while parked. Owners are advised to park outdoors and away from structures to prevent potential fire spread to buildings.

What You Should Do

Park this vehicle outdoors and away from structures immediately — do NOT park in a garage or near your home due to the risk of a vehicle fire.
Verify if your vehicle is affected by checking your VIN on the NHTSA website or contacting a Volkswagen dealer to see if your 2023 ID4 rear-wheel drive model is included in recall 97HA.
Contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Arrange for an authorized Volkswagen dealer to inspect the 12-Volt battery charging cable and repair or replace it as necessary at no cost to you.
For further information or questions, call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Other Action

Precautionary parking measures

How to: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed.

Option 2: Free Repair

Inspection and repair or replacement of the charging cable

How to: Dealers will inspect the 12-Volt battery charging cable and repair or replace it, as necessary, free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2023 Volkswagen ID4 Rear-Wheel Drive

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22V956000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Sold By: authorized dealers

Units Affected: 1,042 vehicles(31% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: Yes — do not park in a garage due to fire risk

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: January 18, 2023

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 97HA

Agency Last Updated: January 19, 2023

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Park this vehicle outdoors and away from structures immediately — do NOT park in a garage or near your home due to the risk of a vehicle fire.

Verify if your vehicle is affected by checking your VIN on the NHTSA website or contacting a Volkswagen dealer to see if your 2023 ID4 rear-wheel drive model is included in recall 97HA.

Contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule a free inspection and repair.

Arrange for an authorized Volkswagen dealer to inspect the 12-Volt battery charging cable and repair or replace it as necessary at no cost to you.

For further information or questions, call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Other Action

Precautionary parking measures

How to: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed.

Option 2: Free Repair

Inspection and repair or replacement of the charging cable

How to: Dealers will inspect the 12-Volt battery charging cable and repair or replace it, as necessary, free of charge.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 22V956000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Sold By: authorized dealers

Units Affected: 1,042 vehicles(31% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: Yes — do not park in a garage due to fire risk

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: January 18, 2023

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 97HA

Agency Last Updated: January 19, 2023