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Volkswagen tells ID.4 owners to limit charging to 80% as part of a recall, or it will do it for them

Source: ElectrekPeter JohnsonOctober 20, 2026
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Volkswagen issued a recall affecting certain ID.4 owners, requesting they voluntarily limit charging to 80% by October 21. If owners do not opt out, VW will remotely apply a temporary vehicle setting that enforces the 80% charging limit automatically. The recall appears linked to battery longevity or safety concerns, though specific details were not provided in the excerpt.

Key points

  • Volkswagen ID.4 recall requires 80% charging limit by October 21.
  • Non-compliant vehicles will face automatic remote restrictions.
  • Owners can opt out of mandatory remote setting application.

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