Assist Systems -> Rear Traffic Alert for Your Volkswagen ID.5 SUV First Generation (2021-2025)

Rear Traffic Alert monitors crossing traffic at the rear when reversing out of a parking space or manoeuvring.  
Function  
Monitored area around the vehicle leaving the parking space  
(illustration).  
Radar sensors behind the rear bumper cover monitor the area behind the rear and side area of the vehicle.  
The system detects approaching moving objects and warns the driver about the obstacle → Fig. 2, . A warning signal is issued  
and the obstacle area is shown in colour in the Infotainment system → Fig. 2.  
An automatic braking intervention can take place if the driver does not react (→ Automatic braking intervention).  
WARNING  
Rear Traffic Alert is not a substitute for the full attention of the driver and operates only within the limits of the system. Not all  
approaching objects may be detected, e.g. pedestrians or rapidly approaching objects. If you do not pay due attention, there is a risk  
of accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.  
Always pay due attention and do not rely exclusively on the system. The driver is always responsible for all driving tasks.  
Pay attention to the traffic situation and the area around the vehicle when driving out of a parking space.  
React promptly to the visual and acoustic warnings of Rear Traffic Alert.  
Switching on and off  
1. Tap the  
2. Tap the  
function button on the Infotainment system.  
Settings function button.  
3. Switch Rear Traffic Alert on or off.  
Rear Traffic Alert can also be switched on and off in the vehicle settings (→ Vehicle settings menu).  
Depending on country, Rear Traffic Alert is always switched on when the ignition is switched on.  
Depending on country, this setting can be saved in the user accounts of the personalisation function and can therefore change  
automatically when the user account is changed.  
Display  
Infotainment system: Rear Traffic Alert display (illustration).  
Red image segment: close obstacle. The vehicle is at risk. Drive carefully out of the parking space and brake if necessary.  
Yellow image segment: other road users in the vicinity of the vehicle.  
Driving with a trailer  
If a trailer is electrically connected to a factory-fitted towing bracket, Rear Traffic Alert is switched off. After disconnecting the  
electrical trailer connection, Rear Traffic Alert is automatically switched on again.  
Rear Traffic Alert must be switched off and on manually if a non-factory-fitted towing bracket is used.  
WARNING  
Loose objects may be flung through the vehicle interior in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre. This can lead to loss  
of control over the vehicle and cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.  
Stow objects only in closed stowage compartments.  
Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is in motion.  
Do not place mobile devices or similar objects in the stowage system of the rear centre armrest while the vehicle is in motion.  
The coat hooks in the vehicle should only be used for lightweight clothing weighing max. 2.5 kg (approx. 5.5 lbs).  
Never leave any heavy, hard or sharp objects in the pockets of clothing.  
WARNING  
Incorrect use of the drink holders can cause injury. While driving, in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or in the event of an  
accident, objects located in the drink holder can be flung about the vehicle and hot drinks spilled. This can cause serious injuries and  
serious scalding.  
Place only soft, break-proof and closed containers in the drink holder.  
Integrated stowage systems in the rear centre armrest must always be used in the locked end positions.  
Never place hot drinks in a drink holder.  
Make sure that only drinks of the appropriate size are placed in the drink holder. Drinks must always be stored securely in the drink  
holder.  
WARNING  
If the glove box is open while driving, objects could be flung through the vehicle interior. This can lead to loss of control over the  
vehicle and cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.  
Always keep the glove box closed while the vehicle is in motion.  
WARNING  
Any lighters in the vehicle could be damaged or lit without being noticed, for example by high surface temperatures. This could lead  
to serious burns and other injuries.  
Before closing stowage areas or compartments always make sure that there is no lighter in the way.  
Never stow lighters in stowage areas or compartments or on other surfaces in the vehicle.