Recall 22V858 affects 55 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles for an incorrectly folded passenger air bag. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 55 2021 ID.4 vehicles under recall 22V858 because the passenger air bag was incorrectly folded. In a crash, the defect can keep the air bag from protecting the passenger as intended, which raises the risk of injury; Volkswagen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger air bag in the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is built into the passenger side of the dashboard. In a crash, it inflates in a controlled shape to help protect the passenger's head and upper body. That protection depends on the fabric being folded exactly as designed inside the module.
On the affected ID.4 vehicles, the passenger air bag was assembled after an interruption at the supplier. The required work instructions were not followed during that time, and 3 air bag modules were assembled incorrectly. Because the bag was folded the wrong way, it does not match the design Volkswagen certified for occupant crash protection.
There is no warning sign before failure. The air bag is hidden inside the dashboard, so an owner will not see the folding problem during normal driving.
Who's affected?
| 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 55 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrectly folded passenger air bag can reduce crash protection for the occupant and increase injury risk. Keep using seat belts and schedule the passenger air bag module replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free passenger air bag module replacement that fixes the incorrectly folded air bag.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V858 when you call.
- Call Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with questions, and mention Volkswagen recall 69EH.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician replaces the passenger air bag module covered by recall 22V858. The module contains the passenger air bag, and replacement corrects the folding issue identified in the recall. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Volkswagen says it will not offer reimbursement for this campaign, so prior out-of-pocket repairs are not covered through a recall reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| November 2, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| January 1, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 1, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 1, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 14, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V858?
Recall 22V858 covers 55 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles with a passenger air bag that was incorrectly folded, reducing occupant protection during a crash and increasing injury risk. Volkswagen will replace the passenger air bag module for free at a franchised dealer.
What should I do if my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific ID.4 is included in recall 22V858. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the passenger air bag module replacement. Reference recall number 22V858 and Volkswagen recall number 69EH when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volkswagen will replace the passenger air bag module free of charge at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 before the air bag repair?
This recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction. The safety risk is reduced passenger protection during a crash, so confirm your VIN and schedule the free passenger air bag module replacement if your vehicle is included.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 22V858?
Volkswagen mailed owner notification letters on February 14, 2023. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN and contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer with recall number 22V858 or Volkswagen recall number 69EH.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V858000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V858 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V858000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →