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2026 Volkswagen ID.4Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4. The EPA rates it 102–113 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
102–113mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Oct 2026
Owner complaints
1
Filed with NHTSA
Fuel cost / yr
$650est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Wheels: lugs

Park It: do not driveFree remedy

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing.

WheelsReported Dec 4, 2025NHTSA 25V835000

Electrical system: traction battery

Remedy pending

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2026 ID.4 vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail and lead to a vehicle fire.

Electrical systemReported Oct 1, 2026NHTSA 26V630000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 1, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each ID.4 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2023466
202453
202531
20261
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 1, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
291 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 1, 2026EPA listing
04 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
ID.4
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
122104113$650—
ID.4 AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
10896102$750—
  • ID.4
    Auto (A1)
    122 city · 104 hwy · $650/yr
    113
    mpg comb.
  • ID.4 AWD
    Auto (A1)
    108 city · 96 hwy · $750/yr
    102
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 1, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
05 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 SUV BEV RWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
10.3%
Overall
5 / 5
VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 SUV BEV AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
10.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 1, 2026Vehicle 21037Vehicle 21036
06 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
08 —FAQ

2026 ID.4 questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 1, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are . Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 at 102–113 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 1, 2026