The 2022 Volkswagen ID.4's elevated safety profile includes 7 recall campaigns and 128 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

128

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

22V8230002022-02-11

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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 Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V7640002022-12-10

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

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."

A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V3120002023-03-05

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR

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.

A vehicle door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury.

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23V4360002023-21-06

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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 Visibility."

A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image may reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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24V3440002024-15-05

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

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 Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rear Visibility."

Displays that do not show critical information, such as vehicle speed or the rearview camera image, increase the risk of a crash.

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24V6510002024-04-09

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR

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.

A vehicle door that opens unexpectedly while driving increases the risk of injury.

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25V1200002025-27-02

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

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 Braking Effect."

Failure to display the gear position may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 has accumulated 128 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with unknown or other leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Unknown Or Other16

02Electrical System9

03Exterior Lighting5

04Structure5

05Vehicle Speed Control,forward Collision Avoidance5

128 total across 1 model years (2022–2022)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen ID.4 Fuel Economy

95–107mpg combined

100-116city

90-98hwy

$700-$800/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 ranges from 95 to 107 MPG combined. That's a 12 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

ID.4 Pro - Automatic (A1)

107mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

116 city98 hwy~$700/yr10/10 Clean

ID.4 Pro S - Automatic (A1)

102mpg

Rear-Wheel DriveEV

110 city93 hwy~$750/yr10/10 Clean

ID.4 AWD Pro - Automatic (A1)

101mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

106 city96 hwy~$750/yr10/10 Clean

ID.4 AWD Pro S - Automatic (A1)

95mpg

All-Wheel DriveEV

100 city90 hwy~$800/yr10/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2022 Volkswagen ID.4

24States

38%in top 3

If you're near California, you're in luck: 22% of listings are there. But with 24 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

CACalifornia

44922%

OROregon

1658%

COColorado

1568%

WAWashington

1548%

FLFlorida

1296%

DCWashington DC

975%

MNMinnesota

925%

AZArizona

925%

MDMaryland

884%

TXTexas

844%

ILIllinois

513%

GAGeorgia

482%

DE46

PA45

NM32

NV28

NC27

UT24

MO22

WI21

OK18

NY15

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2022.

2022 Volkswagen ID.4: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 a good car to buy?

The 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 7 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report unknown or other as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4?

Yes, 7 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4?

Depending on configuration, the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 delivers 95–107 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

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

Out of 128 owner complaints, unknown or other issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2022 compare to other Volkswagen ID.4 years?

Each Volkswagen ID.4 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Volkswagen ID.4 overview page.