Volkswagen 12-Volt battery charging cable may contact the steering column shaft and cause the cable insulation to wear, possibly resulting in a short circuit.
The short version
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported a problem with the 12v/24v/48v battery cables. Here is what owners need to know.
The 12-Volt battery charging cable may contact the steering column shaft and cause the cable insulation to wear, possibly resulting in a short circuit.
A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. A short circuit also increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Take it to a dealer — they will inspect the 12-Volt battery charging cable and repair or replace it, as necessary, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 22V-956.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Volkswagen ID.4 |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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