The problem
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.
The risk
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised to park outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight until the recall repair is complete. Also, owners are advised not to use Level 3 DC chargers and to limit the maximum charge of the battery to 80% until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93EW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 23, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-028 (26V028000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 93EW |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction battery |
| Report date | January 21, 2026 |
| Owners notified | March 18, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 670 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-028 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised to park outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight until the recall repair is complete.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 670 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Is it safe to drive?
Owners are advised to park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of a fire risk.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.