The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·22V753000·Announced 2022-10-07

Volkswagen Atlas Engine Bearing Defect Recall 2022 through 2023

Volkswagen is recalling 2022 and 2023 Atlas and Cross Sport vehicles because engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, causing engine failure and stalling. This increases crash and fire risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This is a structural defect affecting critical engine components. Damaged connecting rod bearings cause engine failure, stalling, and crash risk. Potential oil leaks pose a fire risk. This meets the Severe classification for structural vehicle defects with documented safety consequences.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling certain 2022 and 2023 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles, as well as 2021–2023 Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback models. The engine connecting rod bearings in these vehicles may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.

A damaged engine can cause the vehicle to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure is accompanied by an oil leak, it increases the risk of a fire. Affected owners are being notified by mail, and dealers will inspect and replace the engine free of charge.

Owners who have questions should contact Volkswagen customer service at 1–800–893–5298 or Audi customer service at 1–800–253–2834. Additional information is available through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY 1–800–424–9153) or www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
AUDI, VOLKSWAGEN Q5 SPORTBACK, Q5, ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
Brand
AUDI
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Engine and Powertrain
Hazard
Affected units
76,515

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (4)

  • Q5 SPORTBACK
  • Q5
  • ATLAS CROSS SPORT
  • ATLAS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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