VOLKSWAGEN 2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 vehicles due to structure:body:door:handle:exterior issues. A vehicle door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A vehicle door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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 replaced by recall number 24V-651
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026