Volkswagen recalls 73,000 EVs worldwide over faulty battery cells

Volkswagen is remotely limiting charging to 80% capacity on roughly 73,000 electric vehicles globally until a permanent fix becomes available, affecting models including the ID.4.

First covered Oct 20, 2026 · 9:01 AM PT · 2 articles · no longer in the live window

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20d Electrek Volkswagen recalls nearly 73,000 EVs due to faulty batteries — Volkswagen issued a recall affecting nearly 73,000 EVs globally. Until a remedy is available, VW will limit charging on impacted vehicles to 80% of their…

21d Electrek Volkswagen tells ID.4 owners to limit charging to 80% as part of a recall, or it will do it for them — Volkswagen told certain ID.4 drivers to limit charging to 80% as part of a recall by October 21. Unless drivers opt out, VW will automatically “apply a…

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