VW is recalling 2023 ID.4 fashions in the USA due to a difficulty with the 12V battery charging cable.

A recall discover reveals that the 12V battery charging cable may are available contact with the steering column shaft, inflicting the cable insulation to put on by way of. If that is to occur, a brief circuit could possibly be triggered, resulting in a lack of energy whereas driving, clearly growing the danger of a crash. Moreover, a brief circuit will increase the danger of a automobile fireplace, though VW notes that as a result of it’s a low-voltage cable, there isn’t any threat of a high-voltage electrical shock to occupants or service technicians engaged on impacted autos.

VW additionally notes that there’s a threat that the steering system is also broken if {an electrical} present passes by way of it.

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The Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration (NHTSA) reveals that the bend within the affected half was not made to manufacturing specs. Homeowners of autos impacted by the difficulty will discover warning messages figuring out low 12V battery cost. They could additionally discover a burning odor, smoke, sparks, or a fireplace close to the left entrance of the automobile. VW is advising house owners to park their autos away from buildings and different constructions resulting from this fireplace threat.

Impacted ID.4 fashions had been manufactured between October 18, 2022 and December 15, 2022, totaling 1,042 models.

The automaker will notify sellers and house owners of the recall on or earlier than February 27. Homeowners might be informed to take their automobile to a seller the place the 12V battery charging cable might be inspected and repaired or changed if mandatory.