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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-VOLKSWAGEN-ID-4
2021 · volkswagen

volkswagen ID.4 problems

6 safety recalls. 311 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.0 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
148 reports · avg $850
severe
body
19 reports · avg $1,500
severe
powertrain
16 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
16 reports · avg $700
severe
brakes
15 reports · avg $450
severe
cruise control
14 reports · avg $600
severe
tires
8 reports · avg $150
moderate
airbags
5 reports · avg $1,100
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 ID.4 · electrical
The onboard system for connecting the car to the 4g data has failed. Many many people online are reporting this issue. It is a safety issue because there is a loss of the SOS system that alerts authorities that the car has crashed. It also controls the onscreen road sigh…
12/31/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11708027.0
2021 ID.4 · steering
My Id 4 Pro S has this problem more going back almost 3 years with 8k miles when first reported to the dealership and [XXX] [XXX], [XXX],[XXX]. The correspondences are there as proof. Dealership never fixed this issue or diagnoses this properly since it only happens in wet…
12/31/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11708124.0
2021 ID.4 · electrical
The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel went dark for one minute displayed different colors, and then independently changed. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V344000 (BACK OVER…
12/31/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11633390.0
2021 ID.4 · other
The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that the tailgate of the vehicle would not fully open or fully close when engaged by pressing the button on the tailgate or by pressing the release button inside the vehicle. The tailgate warning light was illuminated.…
12/30/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11445600.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 6

severe NHTSA 22V162000 16/03/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

An unreliable battery connection may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the battery cell modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 9302.
severe NHTSA 21V607000 04/08/2021

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear outboard seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CQ.
severe NHTSA 21V852000 03/11/2021

Volkswagen Group of American, Inc

An incorrectly assembled or missing drive bushing may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: A dealer will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48Q7.
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Common questions

Is the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 311 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 148 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Volkswagen ID.4 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 311 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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