Research · Minivan - 2WD
2025 Volkswagen Id.buzzRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 16 owner complaints for the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz. Most complaints involve electrical system (3) and back over prevention (2). The EPA rates it 80–83 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
80–83mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
16
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$900est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
16 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2025 – Oct 2026
- Electrical system3
- Back over prevention2
- Vehicle speed control2
- Structure2
- Service brakes2
- Service brakes, hydraulic1
- Fuel/propulsion system1
- Forward collision avoidance1
- Other / unknown4
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.buzz model year we’ve synced.
Only one model year synced so far.
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
3 reports
“2nd time this week that the entire infotainment system crashed, leaving a black screen. Unable to adjust climate control or see navigation or see car settings. Very dangerous in the middle of driving.”
Back over prevention
2 reports1 crash
“I am reporting a safety concern involving my 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro S RWD. While reversing at approximately 3 mph out of a parking spot, the vehicle suddenly and automatically applied the brakes with extreme force even though there was no obstacle behind the vehicle and no apparent reason for emergency braking. The stop was so abrupt that it felt as though the vehicle had struck a solid object and caused the occupants to experience whiplash-like movement. The braking appears to have been caused by the vehicle's Maneuver Braking/parking collision-avoidance system. This was not simply a warning or normal parking-assistance intervention; the vehicle unexpectedly brought itself to a violent stop. I am concerned that false activation of this system creates its own safety hazard. An unexpected full-force stop while maneuvering could injure occupants, cause a driver to lose control of the situation, or create a collision risk with another vehicle or road user who is not expecting the vehicle to stop suddenly. There was no visible obstacle that would explain the intervention. It's possible the camera system was confused by some shade during a sunny day. I believe…”
Vehicle speed control
2 reports2 crashes
“The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz. The contact stated that while driving and stopping at a stoplight for approximately 20 seconds, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The vehicle crashed into the other vehicle approximately three times, causing the other vehicle to crash into another vehicle. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond as intended. The vehicle was turned off and later restarted and driven to the residence. The manufacturer, Volkswagen Group of America, was contacted by phone. The contact attempted to obtain the data from the EDR. The failure mileage was approximately 6,600.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
2 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Minivan - 2WD, Minivan - 4WD
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Transmissions
- Automatic (A1)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Electricity
- EV range
- 234 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 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ID. Buzz Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | 90 | 75 | 83 | $900 | — |
| ID. Buzz 4motion Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | 87 | 74 | 80 | $950 | — |
- 83mpg comb.
- 80mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Volkswagen ID.BUZZ SUV AWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 13.0%
Overall
5 / 5
Volkswagen ID.BUZZ SUV RWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 13.0%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tire rotation | 6,000–8,000 mi | 6–12 months | EVs wear tires faster (weight, torque) |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–4 years | Regen braking spares the pads, not the fluid |
| Battery coolant | Per manual | Per manual | Intervals 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.
2025 Id.buzz questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
What are the most common 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz problems?
Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (3), back over prevention (2), vehicle speed control (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz at 80–83 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
How safe is the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026