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VehicleDec 29, 20221,042 affected

Volkswagen recall: Electrical system

Park outside. NHTSA and the maker advise parking these vehicles outside and away from buildings until they are repaired.

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.

What could happen

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.

The fix

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.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
22V956000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Reported to NHTSA
Dec 29, 2022
Owners notified
Jan 18, 2023
Vehicles or items affected
1,042
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
–
Part
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Maker's own recall number
97HA

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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