2021 Volkswagen Atlas

16 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas

Official recalls have been issued for the 2021 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:

    A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 29, 2023
    Vehicles Affected
    143,053

  2. RECALL:

    An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 31, 2022
    Vehicles Affected
    224,704

  4. RECALL:

    A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 20, 2022
    Vehicles Affected
    43,091

  5. RECALL:

    Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 13, 2022
    Vehicles Affected
    1,382

  6. RECALL:

    A delayed air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 28, 2022
    Vehicles Affected
    222,892

  7. RECALL:

    Without the reduced GVWR label, the vehicle could be overloaded, leading to a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 16, 2022
    Vehicles Affected
    3,648

  8. RECALL: Blocked Drain Tube May Cause Air Bag Deployment

    A water leak may damage the air bag control module, causing an inadvertent air bag deployment and increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 17, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    54,429

  9. RECALL: Improperly Tightened Front Wheel Bearing Bolts

    The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 15, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    30

  10. RECALL: Damaged Relays In Fuse Box May Cause Fire

    A horn or starter that remains activated for an extended period of time can overheat, increasing the risk of fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 06, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    33

  11. RECALL: Incorrectly Machined Wheel Lug Bolt Holes

    An insufficiently attached wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 03, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    128

  12. RECALL: Loss Of Steering Due To Knuckle Failure

    A fractured steering knuckle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 27, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    10,303

  13. RECALL: Black Or Frozen Rear View Camera Image/FMVSS 111

    A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 18, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    32,048

  14. RECALL: Loss Of Steering Due To Knuckle Failure

    A damaged steering knuckle can fail, causing a loss of steering, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 17, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    776

  15. RECALL: Overcured Tires Can Fail

    Over cured tires can result in a sidewall break causing a sudden loss of air pressure or the tread separating from the tire. Both conditions increase the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 13, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    760

  16. RECALL: Driver's Side Headlight Aimed Too Low/FMVSS 108

    A headlight aimed incorrectly aimed reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 26, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    11

  17. RECALL: Front Seat Backrest Frame Not Welded Properly

    In the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 26, 2020
    Vehicles Affected
    5,376

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