NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV Safety Ratings
The 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV scores 96 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 BEV achieved a perfect score in its overall NHTSA crash test rating. This performance, combined with a clean recall record and an absence of owner complaints, contributes to its NHTSA Safety Index of 96/100, positioning it firmly in the Exceptional band for safety. Its federal ratings consistently demonstrate a robust safety profile.
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 BEV SUV received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100, based on NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV ranks 21 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 96 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 21 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV?
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 BEV achieves a 96/100 Safety Index, driven by perfect sub-scores in defect record and avoidance technology. A full 10 out of 10 for avoidance technology reflects the standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The defect record component scores 20 out of 20, consistent with zero recalls and zero owner complaints on file with NHTSA. Crash protection contributes 66 out of a possible 70 points, based on five-star frontal and side impact ratings. The four-star rollover rating and 10 percent rollover risk prevented a higher crash protection score; this outcome aligns with typical SUV body styles and does not indicate a specific engineering flaw for this model year. No prior-year Safety Index is available for comparative analysis. This model year begins its federal safety record with a profile among the strongest in its class, marked by an absence of defect campaigns and consumer allegations.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 BEV achieved a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, demonstrating strong performance in crash protection. The vehicle earned a full five stars in both frontal and side impact assessments. However, its rollover performance was rated four out of five stars, with a calculated 10 percent rollover risk. There is no dynamic tip test result on file for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21037
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 BEV. There are zero active recall notices, meaning no park-outside advisories and no do-not-drive warnings have been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA's recall database, as new campaigns can be opened at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV?
Zero owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 BEV. There are no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities on file. Because this vehicle is a current model year, the complaint record is expected to be sparse, and any future submissions would represent unverified consumer allegations only.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV?
No remedies are currently pending for this model year, though recall status can change after a vehicle leaves the lot. Shoppers are advised to run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase to confirm no new campaigns have opened since this data was compiled.
- The 2026 ID.4 BEV holds a perfect defect sub-score of 20 out of 20 in the NHTSA Safety Index, reflecting zero recall campaigns and zero NHTSA complaints on file for this specific model year.
- NHTSA's rollover assessment assigns this model year a four-star rating and a 10 percent rollover risk, the only star rating below five across all NHTSA crash-test categories for this vehicle.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by NHTSA, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are standard equipment on this model year, contributing a full 10 out of 10 in the avoidance tech sub-score.
- No prior-year NHTSA Safety Index is on file, so the 96 out of 100 Exceptional rating represents this model year's standalone federal safety standing rather than a measured improvement over a previous version.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV places
The 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 96 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 10.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Volkswagen Id.4 BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21037), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volkswagen Id.4 BEV 2026.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 21 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.