Volkswagen Recalls Several Thousand EVs Including the ID.4
Owners are urged to limit charging to 80% due to potential thermal propagation risks in high-voltage battery cells.
Volkswagen is preparing to recall several thousand electric vehicles globally, including the ID.4 and ID. Buzz, after an internal quality check revealed that some high-voltage battery cells do not meet quality requirements.
What Happened
A Volkswagen spokesperson confirmed to German newspaper Handelsblatt that the recall affects models produced between 2023 and 2026, specifically the ID.3, ID.4, ID.7, ID. Buzz, and Cupra Born. The issue stems from high-voltage battery cells that may trigger thermal propagation, a condition that can lead to a fire within the battery if charged above 80% capacity. This announcement follows a separate NHTSA recall earlier this month for 22,524 ID.4 SUVs in the United States.
Why It Matters
Volkswagen has advised owners to limit charging to 80% battery capacity until a permanent fix is available, citing potential safety risks. The company has received 22 claims in the US between January 18, 2024, and August 07, 2026. Volkswagen Group’s Product Safety Committee is currently seeking additional clarifications from battery cell supplier SK Battery America regarding specific production dates. Notification letters warning owners of these risks are expected to be mailed on November 27, 2026.
The Bottom Line
Owners of affected Volkswagen and Cupra EVs should restrict charging to 80% and contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with questions. The recall number is 93EX, and further updates will be provided once a remedy is finalized.
