Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 ID.4.
The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 enters the reference record carrying a substantial reliability burden, defined by 319 owner complaints and 11 separate recalls. The electrical system stands out as the top complaint area, establishing a clear pattern of concern for the model's early production. When situated against the broader 2021–2026 model history, this inaugural year registers below the 442-complaint peak of 2023 but far exceeds the 24-complaint low of 2025. For researchers, this positions the 2021 ID.4 at the onset of a troubled reliability arc, meaning these early examples carry inherent vulnerabilities that would continue to escalate before eventually being mitigated.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI The OEM uses various batteries during production based on vehicle options. PR codes will denote factory installed options for this vehicle. Refer to the appropriate service information for options and battery usage. battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Battery | 000915089C |
| Front wiper blades | 11B998002 |
| Cabin air filter | 1EA819669 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 180.3 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 64.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4559 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.6 / 61.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the ID.4 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Pro S Elec 80+150-kW 77-kWh | 5.40 sec | 14.10 sec | 295 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Pro S Elec 80+150-kW 77-kWh | 5.50 sec | 14.30 sec | 295 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | Pro Elec 150-kW 77-kWh | 7.30 sec | 15.80 sec | 201 hp | RWD |
| 2021 | 1st Edition Elec 150-kW 77-kWh | 7.40 sec | 15.90 sec | 201 hp | RWD |
| 2021 | Pro S Elec 150-kW 77-kWh | 7.40 sec | 15.80 sec | 295 hp | RWD |
| 2021 | 1st Edition Elec 150-kW 77-kWh | 7.60 sec | 16.00 sec | 201 hp | RWD |
| 2022 | Pro Elec 150-kW 77-kWh | 7.30 sec | 15.80 sec | 201 hp | RWD |
| 2024 | Pro S Elec 105+209-kW 77-kWh | 4.80 sec | 13.50 sec | 282 hp | AWD |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 10,000 mi | Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect) · Universal Vehicle Operation (read dtcs) |
| Every 20,000 mi | Battery (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) |
| Every 40,000 mi | Cabin Air Filter (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2021 ID.4, as the first model year of Volkswagen’s electric SUV, logged 319 complaints and 11 recalls—the second-highest complaint count and the second-highest recall count across the generation, behind only the 2023 model year (442 complaints, 14 recalls). The 2021 year also leads in technical service bulletins (387), and its top complaint area is Electrical System (73 reports), with 26 crash complaints and 1 fire complaint. The overall trend shows a sharp drop in complaints after 2021 (to 133 in 2022), then a spike in 2023, followed by a sustained decline to near-zero by 2026. This pattern suggests that the 2021 model absorbed many early-production teething issues, while later years (especially 2024–2026) benefited from iterative fixes. **Verdict: The 2021 ID.4 is a risky buy due to its high complaint and recall volume as a first-year model; you are better off seeking a 2024 or later example, which shows far fewer reported problems.**
All 319 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 11 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Volkswagen Group of American, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling one 2021 ID.4 vehicle. The steering gear may have an incorrectly assembled or missing drive bushing. Remedy: A dealer will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298…
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 ID4 vehicles. Incorrect rear outboard seat belt assemblies without an automatic locking retractor (ALR) function may have been installed, which… Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear outboard seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact…
Showing 5 of 387 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOS-26-39 | 2026-06-26 | Electrical System | This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the… |
| V6919012010479_17 | 2026-06-11 | Air Bags | Inquiries |
| SM 23-2026 | 2026-05-08 | Structure | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the… |
| V9324062074770_3 | 2026-04-13 | Electrical System | Important Step when replacing Battery Cell Modules |
| V9326022080102_3 | 2026-04-13 | Electrical System | Replace Battery Regulation Control Module Kit -J840- / -SX7- / -SX8- |
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