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2023 Volkswagen ID.4 recall: cables

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 29, 2022. It covers about 1,042 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,042
reported
Dec 29, 2022
owners notified
Jan 18, 2023
related complaints
234

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 ID4 rear-wheel drive vehicles. The 12-Volt battery charging cable may contact the steering column shaft and cause the cable insulation to wear, possibly resulting in a short circuit.
Risk
A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. A short circuit also increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect the 12-Volt battery charging cable and repair or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97HA.

Recall number 22V956000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 234 complaints about electrical problems.

2023 Volkswagen ID.4

Questions about recall 22V956000

Is there a recall on the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 cables?

Yes. Recall 22V956000, reported on December 29, 2022, covers about 1,042 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V956000?

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect the 12-Volt battery charging cable and repair or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97HA.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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