Volkswagen recalls 60K electric cars in US

German carmaker Volkswagen is recalling more than 60,000 electric cars in the United States, affecting both Volkswagen and Audi models.

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday the recalled vehicles fail to display some gear positions, which could lead to the cars rolling away if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

The recall impacts Audi Q4 e-tron and Volkswagen ID.4 — both fully electric models.

Volkswagen ID.4 fully electric vehicle is one of the vehicles involved in the recall. — Volkswagen launched the ID.4, an all-electric vehicle, in 2021. Cars made between 2021 and 2023 are being recalled. AFP via Getty Images

Audi Q4 e-tron compact luxury crossover is one of the cars impacted by the recall. — The recall also impacts Audi Q4 and Q4 sportback all-electric vehicles made in 2022 and 2023. Getty Images

The problem with the gear indicator stems from a software issue, according to Volkswagen’s safety recall report.

The carmaker became aware of the issue in August, after five cases outside the US.

Earlier this month, Volkswagen issued another recall, that one affecting some 30,000 vehicles in the US because the rearview camera didn’t display properly.

The recall mostly impacted Audi Q3, and some Volkswagen Tiguan and Arteon cars.

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