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2022 Volkswagen ID.4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2,199 on record.

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 — representative photo
Representative photo

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 at a glance

Safety recalls7
Owner complaints136
Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 recalls 7

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) NHTSA Campaign #25V120000 · manufacturer #Audi: 454R VW: 97H3 · 27/02/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ID.4, 2022-2023 Audi Q4 e-Tron, and Q4 e-Tron Sportback vehicles. The instrument panel may not properly display the transmission gear lever indicator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Brak…

Fix: Dealers will update the brake control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97H3. Audi's number for thi…

Structure:body:door:handle:exterior NHTSA Campaign #24V651000 · manufacturer #57J9 · 04/09/2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 ID.4 vehicles. The door handles may allow water to enter the circuit board assembly, which can cause the doors to open unexpectedly.

Fix: Volkswagen dealers will inspect and replace the door handles as necessary, and update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 27, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 57J9. T…

Equipment:electrical:infotainment:software NHTSA Campaign #24V344000 · manufacturer #919A · 15/05/2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 ID.4 vehicles. Due to a software issue, affected vehicles may experience center displays and instrument panel displays that do not boot, or that sporadically reset. This can result in loss of speedometer information or loss of rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standa…

Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 20, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 919A.

Back Over Prevention:display Function NHTSA Campaign #23V436000 · manufacturer #93S7 · 21/06/2023

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 ID.4 vehicles. The replacement infotainment central control unit (CCU) installed in the vehicle during a repair contains incorrect software that can cause the rearview camera image to be delayed or deactivated when reversing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear …

Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93S7.

Structure:body:door:handle:exterior NHTSA Campaign #23V312000 · manufacturer #57J5/57J8 · 03/05/2023

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 ID.4 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with door handles that allow water to enter the circuit board assembly, which can cause the doors to open unexpectedly when the vehicle is subject to high lateral forces at speeds below 9 mph/15 kmh.

Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, and inspect the door handles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall are 57J5 and 57J8. This recall was repl…

Back Over Prevention:display Function NHTSA Campaign #22V823000 · manufacturer #VW: 91EK, Audi: 91EL · 02/11/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safe…

Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and A…

Back Over Prevention:software NHTSA Campaign #22V764000 · manufacturer #91EG · 12/10/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EG.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 10.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Dimensions & weight

Length
180.3 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
64.6 in
Wheelbase
109.1 in
Curb weight
4,339–4,828 lb
Front track
62.6 in
Rear track
61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

Inadvertent Door Opening Closed

On May 16, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Recall Query (RQ) RQ24010 to investigate the remedy and scope of recalls 23V-213 and 23V-312. The affected vehicles by these recalls included model years (MY) 2021 through 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles. ODI received reports of the vehicle’s doors opening while the vehicle was in motion post recall remedy.  ODI, also, received similar allegations on ve…

NHTSA #RQ24010 · Latches/locks/linkages · opened May 2024 · closed Nov 2024

Pedestrian alert sounds Closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that…

NHTSA #DP22005 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 329

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 329.

range reduction / battery cell replacement

Bulletin V9324012073298_4 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Steps to take if DTC P0AA500 (DA:008C)

Bulletin V9326032083367_1 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Heat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation.

Bulletin TT 96 26 01 · Lane Departure · Sep 2026

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

Bulletin SM 39-2026 · Sep 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct various flash programming errors.

Bulletin VOS-26-50 · Aug 2026

Diagnosis of low insulation resistance in the High-Voltage (HV) wiring.

Bulletin V9326052081829_2 · Electrical System · Aug 2026

Warranty Alignment Worksheet

Bulletin V4418012043620_10 · Steering · Aug 2026

Replacement instruction

Bulletin V4015022033347_8 · Power Train · Aug 2026

Checking Installation and calibration

Bulletin TT 96-26-01 · Lane Departure · Jul 2026

Diagnosis of low insulation resistance in the High-Voltage (HV) wiring.

Bulletin V9326052081829_1 · Electrical System · Jul 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ID.4 RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 6

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Lights And Instruments

Issue: Under certain circumstances, a software problem could cause the ''N'' (Neutral) gear position not to display on the instrument cluster. As a result, you may not be aware when the transmission is in neutral. If this happens, and brakes or parking brake aren't used, the vehicle could roll away. Note: For the Q4 e-tron model, this recall affects both SUV and Sportback model…

Transport Canada #2025099 · Feb 2025

Structure

Issue: On certain vehicles, water could leak into the door handle(s). If this happens, the door(s) could open unexpectedly while driving. Note: This problem could cause a clicking noise that sounds like a door being locked or unlocked. Safety Risk: A door that opens while driving could create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise…

Transport Canada #2024502 · Sep 2024

Visual System

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument cluster and center display to reset or not to work. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer and certain warning lights and/or messages. In addition, the rearview camera image may not display when the transmission is shifted into the reverse…

Transport Canada #2024275 · May 2024

Structure

Issue: On certain vehicles, water could leak into the door handle(s). If this happens, the door(s) could open unexpectedly while driving at speeds below 15 km/h. Note: This problem could cause a clicking noise that sounds like a door being locked or unlocked. Safety Risk: A door that opens while driving could create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify o…

Transport Canada #2023263 · May 2023

Visual System

Issue: On certain vehicles, after shifting into reverse or manually activating the parking function, the rearview camera image may not display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing…

Transport Canada #2022630 · Nov 2022

High Voltage

Issue: On a small number of vehicles, a problem with the high-voltage battery may cause the electric motor to shut down. If this happens, there would be a loss of power to the wheels. Safety Risk: A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to re…

Transport Canada #2022123 · Mar 2022

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Volkswagen ID.4

The Volkswagen ID.4 and Volkswagen ID.5 are battery electric compact crossover SUVs produced by Volkswagen. Based on the MEB platform, the ID.4 is the second model of the Volkswagen ID. series. The production version of the ID.4 debuted in September 2020 as the first fully-electric crossover SUV under the Volkswagen brand, while the coupe-shaped variant of the ID.4 is marketed as the Volkswagen ID.5 and was presented in November 2021.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles on record

Other Volkswagen ID.4 model years

2022 Volkswagen ID.4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4?

Across all 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, forward collision avoidance, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.