r/VolkswagenID4

I'm nearing the end of a 36-month lease on my 2023 ID4. Here are 5 reasons why I'll never buy or lease another ID4:

1. The car violently slams on the brakes every time I back into my garage. I called the dealer and they assured me that there's no way to permanently disable the ID4's whiplash feature. It has to be turned off in the settings menu every time the car is put into reverse.
2. Android Auto randomly disconnects every few days while driving, so I lose music and directions in the middle of my trip. To reconnect it, I need to pull over and take 5-10 minutes to reinstall it, which is fantastic when I'm running late for an appointment. I realize the car has its own navigation and radio, but I want to use android apps because it’s not 1995.
3. There's no button to open the rear window. To open it, you need to take your eyes off the road and touch the button that toggles between front and rear windows. My 8-year-old threw up all over the rear door and seat because I couldn't open the window fast enough.
4. The automatic windshield wipers refuse to activate when it's pouring outside, while randomly activating in dry weather, scaring the #*&% out of everyone in the car (they're extremely loud against dry glass).
5. The driver controls are touch activated. It's fine when the car is stopped, but try to precisely tap or slide your finger while driving at 65 mph and tell me that's better than a simple button or dial. Why add this extra challenge to my drive? I don’t get it.

Hi everyone,

I recently bought a 2019 Jetta. Before this, I was driving a Lexus (hybrid/electric), so I’m not really used to how regular gas engines sound and I’m not very knowledgeable about cars in general.

I’ve noticed the engine noise on the Jetta seems a bit louder/different than what I’m used to, especially at idle and during acceleration. I’m not sure if this is just how these cars normally sound or if it’s something I should be concerned about.

For those who own or have driven a similar Jetta, does this sound normal to you? Any input would be really appreciated!

Also there's squeeking noise coming from tires when applying breaks and i called dealership they said they changed the pads before delivering so it might be due to new pads, but i am sure new pads don't make any noise, i asked for bill and they didn't reply. Should i report it OMVIC if they will not fix it? It almost 2months since i bought the car

Thanks in advance.

I'm a truck driver and my fob let go of the physical key while I was hooking up, and I ran over my fob and cracked it, breaking the metal spar. It still works, but I fear it won't last in this condition.
VW says the shell is non-replaceable, but I'd rather not buy another fob. Does anyone sell a replacement housing/shell?