Recall 21V132000: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas, 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 3, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 128
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The lug bolt holes on the wheels may have been machined incorrectly, preventing the wheel bolt from sufficiently attaching to the wheel bearing hub.
The risk
An insufficiently attached wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four wheels, and as necessary, replace the wheels, lug bolts ,and wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44Q9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V132000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 44Q9
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 12, 2021
- Components
- Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (Wheels & Tires); Wheels:rim (Wheels & Tires)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology