Model year
2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 16 complaints for the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3), SERVICE BRAKES (2). NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 80–83 MPGe combined and 40.8–42.0 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $900–$950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
Recalls
25V269000 · May 15, 2025
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 ID. BUZZ vehicles. The third-row rear bench is wide enough for three passengers, but is designed for two passengers and equipped with two seat belts. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
25V233000 · Apr 10, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 ID. Buzz vehicles. The brake system warning light on the instrument panel display may be the incorrect symbol and color. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor…
Complaints
16 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 3, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Volkswagen ID.BUZZ SUV AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.13 | NHTSA photo |
| 2025 Volkswagen ID.BUZZ SUV RWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.13 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ID. Buzz · Automatic (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 90 | 75 | 83 | 40.8 | 234 | $900 |
| ID. Buzz 4motion · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 87 | 74 | 80 | 42.0 | 231 | $950 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.