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VW ID.3, ID BUZZ — recall

Automotive · United Kingdom · 2026-03-12

Volkswagen ID.3, ID Buzz high-voltage battery cells have increased self-discharge

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-03-12
Manufacturer	VW
Models affected	ID.3, ID BUZZ
Units affected	9465
Defect	For affected vehicles battery cells were fitted in the high-voltage battery that can demonstrate an increased self-discharge due to a production fault. In the event of heavy self-discharge the yellow indicator lamps may light up.
Remedy	The affected battery modules must be checked and if necessary replaced. The vehicle may only be charged outdoors and up to maximum 80%.
Recall number	R/2026/150
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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