NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Volkswagen Id.Buzz
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz is a retro-inspired all-electric SUV that blends the iconic silhouette of the classic VW Microbus with modern family-hauler practicality. Aimed at style-conscious buyers who want a spacious, zero-emission people mover, it competes in the growing electric SUV segment and carries strong brand nostalgia alongside genuine everyday utility.
The 2025 Volkswagen Id.Buzz earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 2 recalls 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 celebrate the ID.Buzz for its distinctive styling and emotional appeal, praising its spacious interior and smooth electric powertrain. Most note that driving dynamics are composed and confidence-inspiring for a vehicle this size. Some reviewers flag the premium price point and point out that cargo and feature packaging can feel limiting depending on configuration chosen.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20378
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY25V269000
Risk: In the event that more than two passengers sit in the rear bench seat, there would not be enough seat belts, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install trim to adjust the width of the third-row rear seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72LC.
Reported 2025-05-15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V233000
Risk: An incorrectly displayed warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90A2.
Reported 2025-04-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.