Volkswagen recalls 2023–2026 ID.4: High-Voltage Battery May Catch Fire, Charge to 80% Until Fixed

What is wrong

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

Why it matters

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

The fix

Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93EX. Vehicle Identification Numbers involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 6, 2026.

Recall repairs are free at the brand's dealers, no matter who owns the car now.

What to do now

1. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls – it shows whether this recall is open on your exact car. Your VIN is on the driver-side dashboard (look through the windshield) and on your registration.
2. If it is open, call a Volkswagen dealer to book the free repair. Ask how long parts will take if the remedy is not ready yet.
3. A mobile mechanic cannot do recall work – only the brand's dealers can. A mobile mechanic can still check other problems on the car where it is parked.