Recall 26V028 affects 670 2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles for battery electrode defects. Park outside immediately after charging. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Battery-cell defects can lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving, increasing the risk of injury. Park outside immediately after charging, avoid indoor overnight charging, avoid Level 3 DC chargers, and limit the battery charge to 80% until the recall repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 670 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles because misaligned electrodes in high-voltage battery cell modules can start a battery fire while parked or driving. Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete; Volkswagen dealers will perform the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The high voltage battery in the 2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 stores the energy that powers the electric drive system. Inside that battery are cell modules, and each module contains individual battery cells with electrode layers that move electrical energy in and out of the cell during charging and driving.
On included ID.4 vehicles, certain battery cells were built with misaligned electrodes from a supplier quality deviation. Those electrodes are supposed to line up inside the cell. When they are shifted out of position, the cell is not built as designed, and Volkswagen says that condition can lead to a battery fire.
An owner can notice reduced driving range or reduced performance if the condition exists in the vehicle. If either shows up, have the vehicle diagnosed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on January 23, 2026.
| 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 670 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 5 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Battery-cell defects can lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving, increasing the risk of injury. Park outside immediately after charging, avoid indoor overnight charging, avoid Level 3 DC chargers, and limit the battery charge to 80% until the recall repair is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free high-voltage battery cell-module replacement that addresses the fire risk from misaligned battery electrodes.
- Park outside immediately after charging, and do not leave the ID.4 charging indoors overnight until the recall repair is complete.
- Avoid Level 3 DC chargers and limit the maximum battery charge to 80% until the dealer completes the repair.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen mailed one, or reference recall number 26V028 and Volkswagen recall 93EW when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician checks the high voltage battery and replaces battery cell modules that need replacement. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Until the repair is complete, park outside immediately after charging, do not leave the ID.4 charging indoors overnight, avoid Level 3 DC chargers, and limit the battery charge to 80%. Volkswagen is not offering a separate reimbursement plan because the recalled vehicles are within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Period. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| January 21, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 23, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| January 23, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 23, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 18, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V028?
Recall 26V028 covers 670 2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles with high voltage battery cell modules that contain misaligned electrodes. That defect can result in a battery fire while parked or driving. Volkswagen dealers will replace affected battery cell modules free of charge.
What should I do if my 2023-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific ID.4 is included in recall 26V028. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer and reference recall 26V028 or Volkswagen recall 93EW. Until the repair is complete, park outside after charging, avoid indoor overnight charging, avoid Level 3 DC chargers, and limit charging to 80%.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Volkswagen dealers will inspect the high voltage battery and replace affected battery cell modules free of charge under recall 26V028.
Is it safe to charge my Volkswagen ID.4 before the recall repair?
Follow Volkswagen's charging limits until the repair is complete. Park outside immediately after charging, do not leave the vehicle charging indoors overnight, do not use Level 3 DC chargers, and limit the battery charge to 80%. The concern is a battery fire while parked or driving.
When were owners notified about recall 26V028?
Volkswagen mailed owner notification letters on March 18, 2026. VINs became searchable on January 23, 2026. If you bought the vehicle used or missed the letter, Check your VIN and call a franchised Volkswagen dealer with recall 26V028 or Volkswagen recall 93EW.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V028000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V028 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V028000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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