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NHTSA recall 22V162000

Electrical System · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

March 16, 2022report date
356units affected
Vehicle recalltype
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What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 id4 vehicles. Incorrect soldering of the flexible printed circuit assembled (fpca), inside the high voltage (hv) battery, may cause an unreliable connection.

Why it matters: An unreliable battery connection may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the battery cell modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2021 Volkswagen Id.4.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 22V162000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.