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2024 Volkswagen

ID.4

Auto (A1)

Volkswagen ID.4: best and worst years
2024 Volkswagen ID.4 (photo 1 of 5)
2024 photoS5A-0043CC BY 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Engine & performance

HP
201
Power to weight
0.044 hp/lb
Axle ratio
9.99

Efficiency

Smog score
10/10
Range per hour (240V)
34 mi/hr
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1D (5,001 to 6,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
9
Owner complaints
49 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
1

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlPart of IQ.DRIVE.
    Standard
  • Automatic emergency braking
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standard
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlights
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM32%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER16%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE8%
  • STRUCTURE8%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM7%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 87 total.

Volkswagen ID.4: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

221 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERV0026012081638_1

    Difference between Component fluid leakage and seepage

  • May 8, 2026SEATSV7226022081746_1

    Update Programming for Memory Seat Module

  • May 8, 2026SEATSV7226012081745_1

    Update Programming of Seat Module

  • Apr 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMV9326022080102_3

    Replace Battery Regulation Control Module Kit -J840- / -SX7- / -SX8-

  • Apr 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMV9324062074770_3

    Important Step when replacing Battery Cell Modules

  • Apr 2, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGV9422012066639_6

    Condition is normal due to cold fresh air and humidity

  • Mar 30, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGV9419012011521_21

    Moisture Accumulation

  • Mar 27, 2026ENGINEVOS-26-21

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software configuration, SVM updates for any control module(s) etc.

  • and 213 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.vw.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.