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Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

30 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V434000·2025-06-30

    Volkswagen chassis, brake and suspension bolts may be incorrectly tightened

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2023-2025 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles because bolts on the chassis, brake system and suspension may not have been correctly tightened in manufacturing.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ID.4, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V723000·2024-09-27

    Volkswagen Atlas brake master cylinder can block fluid port losing braking

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because the brake master cylinder may have an incorrect secondary piston spring retainer that can block the brake fluid port.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V215000·2023-03-29

    2018-2021 Volkswagen Atlas Front Passenger Air Bag Sensor Fault

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2018–2021 Atlas and 2020 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because a wiring fault in the passenger occupant detection system may deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V753000·2022-10-07

    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.

    Product
    AUDI — AUDI, VOLKSWAGEN Q5 SPORTBACK, Q5, ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V892000·2021-11-17

    2021 Volkswagen Atlas and 2020-2021 Cross Sport recalled for air bag water damage

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Cross Sport vehicles whose air conditioning drain tube can become blocked, allowing water to damage the air bag control module and potentially trigger inadvertent air bag deployment.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V812000·2021-10-15

    2021 Volkswagen Atlas front wheel bearing bolts may loosen and cause crash risk

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles because the front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened and could loosen, potentially causing loss of control and crash risk.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, PASSAT, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V026000·2021-01-27

    Volkswagen Atlas and Cross Sport steering knuckle fracture recall

    Front steering knuckles in certain Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles may fracture, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk. Volkswagen will inspect and replace affected knuckles free of charge.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V702000·2020-11-13

    2021 Volkswagen Atlas Tires Recalled for Over-Cure Defect

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles with potentially over-cured Continental Cross Contact LX Sport tires. Over-cured tires can cause sidewall breaks or tread separation, increasing crash risk.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V473000·2026-07-22

    2024–2026 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport Rearview Camera Software

    Volkswagen is recalling 2024–2026 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles due to a low-voltage electrical event that may cause the rearview camera display to fail, reducing rear visibility.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V835000·2025-12-03

    2026 Volkswagen ID.4 and Atlas vehicles recalled for incorrect wheel bolts

    Volkswagen is recalling 27 vehicles with potentially incorrect wheel bolts that could detach during driving. Owners should not drive their vehicles until bolts are inspected and replaced by a dealer at no cost.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ID.4, ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V334000·2025-05-21

    Volkswagen Atlas rearview camera image can become distorted in reverse

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because a software error may distort the rearview camera image when the vehicle is in reverse.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V100000·2025-02-17

    Volkswagen Atlas engine covers can come loose and contact hot surfaces

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because an engine cover improperly installed after service can come loose, contact hot engine surfaces and melt.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V081000·2025-02-12

    Volkswagen Atlas transmissions may have been manufactured incorrectly

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because the transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V480000·2024-06-27

    Volkswagen rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated in reverse

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R and Golf GTI, and 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because the rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R, GTI, ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V464000·2024-06-20

    Volkswagen Atlas occupant detection wiring may deactivate the passenger airbag

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2020-2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because a wiring fault in the passenger occupant detection system may deactivate the front passenger airbag.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V593000·2023-08-23

    Volkswagen Recalls 2024 Atlas Cross Sport for Engine Bearing Defect

    Volkswagen is recalling 2024 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because engine bearings may fail, causing engine stalls and increasing the risk of crashes and fires.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V815000·2022-10-31

    Volkswagen and Audi Vehicles Recalled for Tire Pressure Monitoring System Failure

    Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 296,044 Volkswagen and Audi vehicles (model years 2019-2021) because the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect simultaneous pressure loss in all four tires, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the TPMS software at no charge.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN, AUDI ATLAS CROSS SPORT, Q3, GOLF SPORTWAGEN, A3
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V807000·2022-10-26

    Volkswagen Atlas and Cross Sport trailing arm bolt defect recall

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2022 Atlas and 2022-2023 Cross Sport vehicles because driver-side rear trailing arm bolts may loosen and fall out, risking loss of vehicle control.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V718000·2022-09-26

    2023 Volkswagen Atlas Models Recalled for Brake Line Leaks

    Volkswagen is recalling 2023 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport models due to brake lines that may leak at threaded connections. A brake fluid leak can increase stopping distance, raising crash risk.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V657000·2022-08-31

    2022 Volkswagen Atlas trailer hitch bolts may loosen and separate

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because trailer hitch bolts may be insufficiently tightened. Loose bolts could fall out and cause the trailer hitch to separate, increasing crash risk.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V514000·2022-07-20

    Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Rearview Camera Software Defect Recall

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles due to an infotainment system defect that may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. This loss of rear visibility increases crash risk.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN TAOS, ATLAS, TIGUAN, JETTA
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V245000·2022-04-13

    2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas Fuel Injector Fire Risk Recall

    Volkswagen is recalling 2021-2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because some fuel injectors lack filters, potentially causing fuel leaks and increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace affected injectors at no cost.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V152000·2022-03-28

    Certain Volkswagen Atlas vehicles recalled for airbag deployment delay

    Volkswagen is recalling certain Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles because corroded electrical contacts in the front door wiring harness may delay airbag deployment during side impacts, increasing the risk of injury.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V086000·2022-02-16

    2019 Volkswagen Atlas: Missing GVWR Label on Side-Step Models

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2018-2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles equipped with side steps due to a missing GVWR label that reflects the additional weight, increasing overloading risk.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V616000·2021-08-06

    2021 Volkswagen Atlas Relays Pose Fire Risk, Recall Issued

    Volkswagen is recalling 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles with damaged relays that may activate the horn or starter indefinitely, creating a fire hazard. Dealers will replace affected relays free of charge.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V132000·2021-03-03

    2021 Volkswagen Atlas Wheels May Separate Due to Machining Defect

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles due to improperly machined wheel lug bolt holes that may prevent wheels from attaching properly, risking wheel separation and crashes.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V716000·2020-11-18

    2021 Volkswagen Atlas and Select Models: Rear Camera Malfunction Risk

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and related models because the rear view camera may malfunction during startup, showing a black screen or frozen image, reducing visibility when reversing and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON, GOLF, JETTA, TIGUAN
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V712000·2020-11-17

    Volkswagen Atlas Vehicles Recalled for Steering Knuckle Damage

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles with damaged steering knuckles that may fail during operation. A failed steering knuckle can cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, ATLAS CROSS SPORT
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V505000·2020-08-26

    2020 Audi SQ5 and Volkswagen vehicles recalled for defective seat welds

    Certain 2020 Audi SQ5 and Q5 vehicles and 2020-2021 Volkswagen models have improperly welded front seat frames. In a rear-end crash, the defective welds could fail and reduce occupant restraint, increasing the risk of injury.

    Product
    AUDI — AUDI, VOLKSWAGEN Q5, SQ5, ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V504000·2020-08-26

    Volkswagen headlights recalled for misalignment defect in 2020-2021 Atlas models

    Volkswagen is recalling 2020 and 2021 Atlas vehicles due to driver's side headlights that may have been aimed too low during production. This misalignment fails to meet federal safety standards and reduces driver visibility.

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    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT, ATLAS
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

  • 20255/5

    2 trims tested for 2025; overall ratings can differ by trim.

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  • 20245/5

    2 trims tested for 2024; overall ratings can differ by trim.

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  • 20235/5

    2 trims tested for 2023; overall ratings can differ by trim.

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  • 20225/5

    2 trims tested for 2022; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 1 open

  • PE21008 Preliminary Evaluation · fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
  • DP19003 Defect Petition · engine
  • EA18003 Engineering Analysis · open · air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette
  • RQ17009 Recall Query · air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette
  • PE15010 Preliminary Evaluation · air bags:frontal

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2020 · electrical 32 complaints
  • 2024 · electrical 26 complaints

Technical service bulletins

453 manufacturer service bulletins across 7 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.8/5
  • 2025: 3.8/5 · 19 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2024: 3.1/5 · 92 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2023: 3.7/5 · 18 complaints · most complained-of: airbags
  • 2022: 3.3/5 · 70 complaints · most complained-of: electrical

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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