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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published December 10, 2022

VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 (2022) recall — Back Over Prevention

Volkswagen recalls 2022 ID.4 vehicles with rearview camera delays that may cause crashes. Owners must update software free of charge by January 17, 2023.

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What happened, in plain English

Volkswagen is recalling certain 2022 ID.4 electric vehicles because their rearview cameras may delay or deactivate, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. This affects vehicles that fail to meet federal safety standards for rear visibility. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81172-volkswagen-id-4-2022-recall-rearview-camera-delay-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81172-volkswagen-id-4-2022-recall-rearview-camera-delay-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V764000

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“Volkswagen ID.4 (2022) Recall: Rearview Camera Delay Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81172-volkswagen-id-4-2022-recall-rearview-camera-delay-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #22V764000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V764000).

Why it’s dangerous

The rearview camera may delay or deactivate its image, meaning the driver doesn't see what's behind the vehicle. This increases the risk of crashing, especially when reversing or changing lanes.

Who’s affected

Owners of 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles are affected. Drivers most at risk are those who rely on the rearview camera for safe reversing.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 was mailed a notification letter by January 17, 2023. The recall number is 91EG.

  • Brand
    Volkswagen
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Update Software

    Dealers will update the vehicle's software for free to fix the rearview camera issue.

  2. Contact Customer Service

    Call Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to confirm your vehicle is affected.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EG.

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Questions people ask

Why is my rearview camera dangerous?

The rearview camera may delay or deactivate its image, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Check if your 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 was mailed a notification letter by January 17, 2023. The recall number is 91EG.

Is there a deadline to fix this?

The recall was notified on January 17, 2023, but dealers will update software free of charge without a specific deadline.

Take action

Contact Volkswagen

We’ve drafted a message you can send Volkswagen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 22V764000 — Volkswagen Volkswagen

Hello,

I own a Volkswagen that is covered by recall 22V764000 from Volkswagen.

The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023.  Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EG.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V764000 (December 10, 2022)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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