Recall Alert: High-Voltage Battery Fire Risk in 2023–2024 Volkswagen ID.4

Volkswagen has issued a serious safety recall affecting certain 2023–2024 Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles. A defect in the high-voltage battery cell modules may cause overheating, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Owners of affected vehicles must follow immediate safety precautions until Volkswagen completes the recall repair.

What’s Causing the Recall?

Certain ID.4 vehicles contain faulty high-voltage battery cell modules that can overheat under specific charging conditions. This can lead to smoke or fire, even when the vehicle is parked.

Safety Instructions for ID.4 Owners

Volkswagen advises owners to follow these steps immediately:

1. Park Outside After Charging

Do not park inside a garage or enclosed area after charging, park outdoors.

2. Do Not Charge Indoors Overnight

Avoid leaving the car charging indoors unattended, especially overnight.

3. Avoid Level 3 DC Fast Charging

Do not use DC fast chargers until the recall repair is completed.

4. Limit Battery Charge to 80%

Set your charging limit to 80% to minimize battery stress.

What Volkswagen Will Do

Volkswagen will:

– Replace the high-voltage battery cell modules as necessary

– Perform all repairs free of charge

Key Recall Details:

– Recall Number: 93EV

– Owner Letters Mailed: Expected January 30, 2026

– VIN Lookup Live: December 5, 2025 at NHTSA.gov/recalls

https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2023/VOLKSWAGEN/ID.4/SUV/RWD#recalls

Does This Mean Your ID.4 Is a Lemon?

Not automatically. California Lemon Law is not based on recalls, it’s based on repeated repair attempts, excessive days in the shop, or defects that impact safety, value, or use.

However, if your ID.4 has experienced:

– Charging failures

– Battery overheating

– Repeated dealership visits

– Reduced range or warning messages

you may still qualify for a buyback or compensation.