2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz recalls 2
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 ID. BUZZ vehicles. The third-row rear bench is wide enough for three passengers, but is designed for two passengers and equipped with two seat belts. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Fix: Dealers will install trim to adjust the width of the third-row rear seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72LC.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 ID. Buzz vehicles. The brake system warning light on the instrument panel display may be the incorrect symbol and color. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems" and 101, "Control and Displays."
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90A2.
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.
2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz safety ratings
Rollover risk: 13.0% — 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 2025 Volkswagen ID.BUZZ SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz efficiency & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Canadian recalls 2
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2025 Volkswagen Id.buzz. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain vehicles, the third-row bench seat may be wide enough for three passengers but is only equipped with two seat belts. As a result, the seat may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations. Safety Risk: Not wearing a seat belt can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, Volkswagen advises that you shouldn'…
Transport Canada #2025221 · Apr 2025Lights And Instruments
Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake system malfunction tell-tale may be the wrong colour. Canadian regulations require certain colours for the brake system malfunction tell-tale. Safety Risk: A tell-tale that's the wrong colour could create confusion and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle…
Transport Canada #2025191 · Apr 2025Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.