# myVW — Your VW at your fingertips

> Volkswagen connected vehicle services and owner resources app. (iPhone/iPad app by Volkswagen of America Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myvw/id1481486650 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Volkswagen of America Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/464573979)
- Category: Lifestyle, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 297,089 App Store ratings · 1,908 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.5 · 350 MB
- Languages: Canadian English, Canadian French
- Released: 2019-10-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myvw/id1481486650/reviews.md

## What is myVW?

Welcome to myVW, a drive-changing app with connected vehicle services enabled through myVW+. The myVW app enables access to essential tools for most model year 2020 or newer VW vehicles, including service scheduling, finding a preferred Volkswagen dealer, viewing service history⁵, and other owner resources. Plus, subscribe to connected vehicle services plans to get access to additional available features (depending on vehicle model and equipment), such as:

• Remote start your engine¹
• Start and stop EV battery charging²
• Remote lock or unlock your doors³
• Remote honk and flash²
• Remotely access climate control for EVs²
• Manage EV battery settings⁶
• View last parked location⁴
• Create vehicle alerts, including speed, curfew, valet and boundary alerts²
• View fuel or EV battery status⁶
• Vehicle health reports⁷
• DriveView⁸ scores 

Use of the myVW app requires acceptance of myVW Terms of Service. Connected vehicle services enabled through myVW+ are available on most MY20 and newer vehicles and require an included or paid subscription, some of which may have their own terms and conditions. Paid subscription is required to continue services after included plan expires. Visit the shop tab in the myVW mobile app to see how much time is remaining on your subscriptions. All connected vehicle services require the myVW app and myVW account, cellular connectivity, network compatible hardware, availability of vehicle GPS signal, and acceptance of myVW and myVW+ Terms of Service. Not all services and features are available on all vehicles and some features may require the most recent software update. Services depend on connection to and continued availability of 4G LTE cellular service, which is outside of Volkswagen’s control. Services are not guaranteed or warranted in the event of 4G LTE network shutdowns, obsolescence, or other unavailability of connectivity due to existing vehicle hardware or other factors. All services are subject to change, discontinuation, or cancellation without notice. Certain connected vehicle services may require additional payment for emergency or other third-party services rendered such as towing or ambulance transport services. Message and data rates may apply for app and web features. Connected vehicle services are not available on most MY20 Passat vehicles or rental fleet vehicles. See Terms of Service, Privacy Statement, and other important information at vw.com/connected. Always pay careful attention to the road and do not drive while distracted. 

¹Requires active subscription to Remote Access plan and compatible factory-installed or dealer-installed remote start feature. See Owner’s Manual for further details and important warnings about the keyless ignition feature. Do not leave vehicle unattended with the engine running, particularly in enclosed spaces, and consult local laws for any limitations on use.
²Requires active subscription to Remote Access plan.
³Requires active subscription to Remote Access plan. See Owner’s Manual for further details and important warnings about locking and unlocking your vehicle remotely.
⁴Requires active subscription to Remote Access plan. Do not use feature to locate stolen vehicle.
⁵Service history is available as long as work was performed since January 2014 at a participating Volkswagen dealership.
⁶Requires active subscription to VW Vehicle Insights plan.
⁷Requires active subscription to VW Vehicle Insights plan. Refer to your vehicle's warning and indicator lights for the most current diagnostic information. Always consult owner's literature for maintenance guidelines and warnings. Vehicle Health Reports and Health Status may not be available on all EV models.
⁸Requires active subscription to VW Vehicle Insights plan and enrollment in DriveView. Use of your vehicle by multiple drivers may impact your driving score. Always obey all speed and traffic laws.

## Key features

- Service scheduling
- Dealer locator
- View service history
- Remote engine start
- Remote lock/unlock
- EV charging control
- Vehicle alerts

## Chart rankings

- #157 in Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

## What do users think of myVW?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Useful features like remote start, lock/unlock, and climate control
- 🚀 Mostly functional and responsive
- 📊 Provides vehicle status information

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent login issues and app crashes
- ⏱️ Slow response times for commands
- 🔍 Limited functionality compared to other car apps
- 🔔 Unreliable door/window status notifications
- 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive user interface

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incorrect battery/range information
- Charging status not updating properly
- Siri integration not working as expected
- Phantom unlock/open door notifications

**Most requested features**

- Ability to lock/unlock doors remotely
- Scheduled remote start functionality
- Integration with smart home/voice assistants
- Improved charge history and analytics
- Dark mode option

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,908)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myvw/id1481486650/reviews.md

### 4/5 — OK but Not Perfect

*2026-08-25, version 2026.8.13*

The App is not very effective in cold weather! The winter of 2025 - 2026 was quite harsh. I tried to rely on the App for starting my vehicle on frozen Minnesota mornings. However, the app would not connect to start my vehicle. Sadly, it only got worse as winter progressed on. It works great during the summer, but we’ll see what yet is to come this winter.

### 3/5 — App is OK

*2026-08-25, version 2026.8.13*

The App is merely OK.  It is not intuitive and you have to dig to fine even basic operations.  It’s somewhat glitchy and buggy, and updates don’t address all glitches and bugs.  When questioning the dealer you often just ge a shoulder shrug

### 1/5 — Remote start stopped working

*2026-08-25, version 2026.8.13*

Remote start from the app stopped working. Ios updated, app up to date, tried from scratch, removed cehicle from the app, removed app, reinstalled app, added vehicle. No avail. Developers take a look into this please. Car starts remotely from fob and I can stop it from app. But start from app is unavailable. ‘26 Tiguan SEL R-line Turbo

### 4/5 — Subscription Problems

*2026-08-25, version 2026.8.13*

Trying to get internet radio, speech recognition and wifi for over a month  and has not been resolved.

### 1/5 — Works half the time

*2026-08-25, version 2026.8.13*

The app works half the time it’s not consistent and the features are lackluster

### 3/5 — Often loses connection

*2026-08-24, version 2026.8.13*

More often than not, I lose the connection between the app and my vehicle.  I find myself often bring unable to use the app to lock/open my doors or start my vehicle.  Frustrating.

### 5/5 — Love the new update

*2026-08-24, version 2026.8.13*

I’m loving the new VW app update. There has been too many times where I walk away from my id.4 thinking that its was charging only to come back to find a charging error. Now it sends a ping every 1% it charges. It also has a climate countdown timer too.

### 5/5 — Remote start does not work

*2026-08-24, version 2026.8.13*

I own a Taos 2022 VW. Over the past several months the reliability of the remote start has been significantly better.. After playing 18 holes of golf in 95° heat it’s very nice to use the remote start at the last hole and  a nice cool car waiting for me. They definitely have made improvements over the past year. Thank you.

### 5/5 — Love Volkswagen

*2026-08-24, version 2026.8.13*

Love you Volkswagen

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2026-08-24, version 2026.8.13*

It’s decent it’s okay

## Frequently asked questions about myVW

### What does the myVW app do?

The myVW app provides connected vehicle services for most 2020 or newer Volkswagen models. It allows you to schedule service appointments, locate your preferred dealer, view your vehicle's service history, and access owner resources. With a subscription to myVW+, you can also utilize remote features like starting your engine, controlling EV charging, locking/unlocking doors, and setting vehicle alerts.

### What are the key features of the myVW app?

Key features include service scheduling, finding a Volkswagen dealer, viewing service history, and accessing owner resources. Subscription-based features through myVW+ offer remote engine start, EV battery charging control, remote door lock/unlock, remote honk and flash, climate control for EVs, and the ability to view the last parked location.

### Is the myVW app free to use?

The myVW app itself is free to download and use for basic owner resources. However, many of the advanced connected vehicle services, such as remote start or EV charging control, require an active subscription to myVW+. Some subscription plans may be included with the purchase of a new vehicle, but will require payment to continue after the included period expires.

### What vehicles are compatible with the myVW app?

The myVW app is designed for most model year 2020 or newer Volkswagen vehicles. Certain connected vehicle services enabled through myVW+ require specific vehicle models and equipment. It's important to note that the app and its services are not available on most MY20 Passat vehicles or rental fleet vehicles.

### What are the common use cases for the myVW app?

Common use cases include easily scheduling your next service appointment without calling the dealership, quickly locating the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer, and checking your vehicle's maintenance history. For those with subscription plans, it's used for remotely starting the car on a cold morning, ensuring your car is locked, or managing your EV's charging schedule.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.8.13 — 2026-08-13

We continuously work to improve app performance and customer experience. This version contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2026.8.11 — 2026-08-13

We continuously work to improve app performance and customer experience. This version contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2026.7.28 — 2026-07-30

We continuously work to improve app performance and customer experience. This version contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2026.5.11 — 2026-05-14

We continuously work to improve app performance and customer experience. This version contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2026.3.25 — 2026-03-30

We continuously work to improve app performance and customer experience. This version contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

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