NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Volkswagen ID.4
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Volkswagen ID.4 is a fully electric compact SUV that has been VW's primary entry into the mainstream American EV market since its 2021 debut. Positioned against rivals like the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E, it targets tech-forward family buyers who want a familiar, practical crossover form factor paired with zero-emission driving. MotorCaliber covers the 2021 through 2025 model years for safety.
The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally appreciate the ID.4 for its composed, comfortable ride and well-resolved interior for an early-generation electric SUV. Most praise its straightforward controls and spacious cabin while acknowledging that early software and build-quality growing pains tempered enthusiasm. The consensus tends to position it as a solid but imperfect pioneer in VW's EV lineup rather than a class benchmark.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20374
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY26V030000
Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the high-voltage battery software, and replace the high-voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93EA. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 23, 202
Reported 2026-01-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
23 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.