2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Recall: Steering gear may have an incorrectly assembled or missing drive bushing
NHTSA campaign 21V852000 · Steering · filed Nov 3, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
An incorrectly assembled or missing drive bushing may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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's number for this recall is 48Q7.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen | ID.4 | 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V852000 (manufacturer number 48Q7). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.