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, a 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.