Volkswagen is experiencing significant issues with its ID.4 electric vehicle due to defective flush-set door handles. This defect does not meet waterproofing standards, resulting in moisture intrusion that compromises the door controller's circuit board. The design flaw could lead to the doors inadvertently opening while the vehicle is in motion, posing a serious safety risk. As a precaution, VW has initiated a recall of nearly 100,000 units and halted production in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration had opened an investigation into the ID.4 after receiving 12 reports of doors unexpectedly opening while driving. This troubling situation is compounded by the fact that VW had previously attempted to rectify this issue with another recall in May 2023 for over 35,000 units, which had seemingly failed as the same problem persisted. Such reliability concerns place additional scrutiny on VW’s manufacturing and quality assurance processes.
Currently, while no crashes or injuries have been reported linked to these door issues, VW is aware of at least 293 warranty claims. It's an uncomfortable position for the manufacturer, one that raises questions about their oversight and testing standards prior to launch. Owners are expected to be notified of the recall by November 1, and VW is under pressure to develop a reliable fix soon, a plan which remains in the works.
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