Is the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2022 Volkswagen ID.4

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2022 Volkswagen ID.4
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:59:29.138Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 137
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2022: 137 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2021	338
2022	137
2023	465
2024	53
2025	31
2026	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

42% · 57 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASHFIREINJURY

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Vehicle Information: Year / Make / Model: 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 VIN: [XXX] Current Mileage: ~58,000 miles Affected Component(s): Electrical System, Power Steering, Structure: Door Assembly (NHTSA Recall 24V-651 / VW Recall 57J9) Incident...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-06

Also filed under Power train and steering

A center brake light module burned up, contaminating the passenger compartment with toxic fumes and making the vehicle undriveable. The fumes caused burning throat, headache, and nausea with potential worse long-term health implications.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29

PRIMARY SAFETY DEFECT â SUDDEN STOP IN ACTIVE TRAFFIC: The vehicle suffers from severe, uncommanded electrical/drive-system shutdowns.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-04

Also filed under Power train

Forward collision avoidance

26% · 35 reports

Most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.

CRASHINJURY

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After using adaptive cruise control, driver pulled into a spot to pick up a pizza. Car was parked then lurched forward without pedal input, jumping over parking parking block and then crashed through front window of a store.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-06-19

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Vehicle speed control

15% · 20 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Two days ago I was pulling into a parking spot in a shopping center. The car suddenly accelerated forward and I hit a concrete parking block.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-15

I was slowly pulling into a parking space at the beach. Pulling into the space the car accelerated, fast. It crashed in to the two cement barriers at front of parking space.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-10

Structure

10% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing body.

FIRE

Power train

9% · 13 reports

CRASH

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2023-01-17Back over prevention22V764000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated.

Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EG.

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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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2023-02-14Back over prevention22V823000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available.

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2023-08-18Back over prevention23V436000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 ID.4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93S7.

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2023-09-13Structure23V312000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 ID.4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, and inspect the door handles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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2024-05-16Recall queryClosed 2024-11-04 Inadvertent Door Opening
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2024-12-20Back over prevention, electrical system, equipment24V344000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ID.4 vehicles. Due to a software issue, affected vehicles may experience center displays and instrument panel displays that do not boot, or that sporadically reset.

Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 20, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 919A.

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2024-12-27Structure24V651000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The door handles may allow water to enter the circuit board assembly, which can cause the doors to open unexpectedly.

Remedy: Volkswagen dealers will inspect and replace the door handles as necessary, and update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 27, 2024.

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2025-03-14Power train, service brakes, hydraulic25V120000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ID.4, 2022-2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron, and Q4 e-Tron Sportback vehicles. The instrument panel may not properly display the transmission gear lever indicator.

Remedy: Dealers will update the brake control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

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Buy-smart checklist

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 57 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 35 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 20 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 22V764000 · Back over prevention
Recall 22V823000 · Back over prevention
Recall 23V436000 · Back over prevention
Recall 23V312000 · Structure
Recall 24V344000 · Back over prevention, electrical system, equipment
Recall 24V651000 · Structure
Recall 25V120000 · Power train, service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 have?: 7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.