2018 Volkswagen Atlas recalls

2018 Volkswagen Atlas

12 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas

Official recalls have been issued for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Volkswagen service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Volkswagen customer service.

  1. RECALL: Modifications To Vehicles Made Them Noncompliant

    Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 16, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    23

  2. RECALL: Incorrectly Manufactured Air Bag Sensor

    In the event of a crash necessitating frontal air bag deployment, a delayed or disabled airbag deployment can increase the risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 31, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    7

  4. RECALL: Headlights Can Be Adjusted/FMVSS 108

    Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 22, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    662,185

  5. RECALL: Rear Coil Springs May Fracture

    If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 19, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    6,322

  6. RECALL: No Warning When Key Is Left In Ignition/FMVSS 114

    If the driver is not notified by an audible noise that the key is left in the ignition, it can increase the risk of vehicle theft or crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 26, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    73,549

  7. RECALL: A/C Drain Tube Causing Air Bag Malfunction

    The wet air bag control module may result in an unintentional deployment of the air bags, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 20, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    9,685

  8. RECALL: Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts May Be Loose

    The loose brake bracket bolts can allow the caliper to move, reducing braking ability or causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 15, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    8,416

  9. RECALL: Certain Child Seats May Damage Seat Belt Buckles

    A damaged seat belt buckle can release unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 07, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    54,729

  10. RECALL: Passenger Frontal Air Bag May Deploy Improperly

    If the air bag were to tear or unfold incorrectly during deployment, it can increase the risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 06, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    821

  11. RECALL: Insufficient Coating On Brake Caliper Pistons

    A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 01, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    10,225

  12. RECALL: Fuel Leak From Fuel Tank/FMVSS 301

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 02, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    278

  13. RECALL: Fuel Tank May Leak Fuel

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 29, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    58

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