Is the 2024 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 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2024 Volkswagen ID.4

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2024 Volkswagen ID.4
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:20.137Z

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: 53
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2024: 53 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

55% · 29 reports

CRASHFIRE

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5/22/2025, Thursday morning I unplugged my car that was parked inside my garage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-23

Dealer canceled my scheduled recall service twice arguing backlog. Indicated they have no solution but did not provide any alternative arrangements.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-08

Forward collision avoidance

15% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.

CRASH

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I am filing this formal complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding a critical safety failure involving my 2024 Volkswagen ID.4.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-30

Also filed under Back over prevention

Service brakes

13% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Structure

13% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Fuel/propulsion system

11% · 6 reports

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2023-12-15Structure23V750000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The interior sunshade for the panoramic glass roof may be insufficiently fire retardant.

Remedy: Dealers will apply flame retardant to the sunshade fabric, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60G3.

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2024-10-10Air bags24V643000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID4 vehicles. The fasteners securing the passenger frontal air bag inflator may be loose.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VolkswagenÂs number for this recall is 69E8.

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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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2025-05-20Electrical system25V125000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 AUDI Q4 E-Tron SUV, AUDI Q4 E-Tron Sportback, and 2024 ID.4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the OCDC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 20, 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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2025-07-25Service brakes, suspension25V434000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42HX.

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2026-02-11Electrical system25V836000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery cell modules may contain misaligned electrodes that can result in a battery fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight until the recall repair is complete.

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2026-03-18Electrical system26V028000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery cell modules may contain misaligned electrodes that can result in a battery fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight until the recall repair is complete.

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2026-03-18Electrical system26V030000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2025 ID.4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.

Remedy: Dealers will update the high-voltage battery software, and replace the high-voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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Buy-smart checklist

2024 Volkswagen ID.4 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 29 reports on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 8 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 23V750000 · Structure
Recall 24V643000 · Air bags
Recall 24V651000 · Structure
Recall 25V125000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V434000 · Service brakes, suspension
Recall 25V836000 · Electrical system
Recall 26V028000 · Electrical system
Recall 26V030000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2024 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 2024 Volkswagen ID.4?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 have?: 8 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.