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NHTSA recall 26V028000

Electrical System · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

January 21, 2026report date
670units affected
Vehicle recalltype
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What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: 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…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2023 Volkswagen Id.4, 2024 Volkswagen Id.4.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 26V028000.

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