VW to automatically cap ID.4 charging at 80% over fire risk

Volkswagen is recalling 22,524 U.S.-market ID.4 EVs from model years 2023–2026 over a battery fire risk. Starting October 27, the cars will automatically limit charging to 80% unless owners opt out by October 21; the root cause is still unknown.

• Recall covers 22,524 ID.4s in the U.S. with SK cells from Georgia
• 80% charging limit applies automatically on October 27 without opt-out by October 21
• VW estimates the defect affects about 0.1% of recalled cars, fewer than 25
• Pro S AWD's 263-mile EPA range may drop below 200 miles