Recall 21V-132
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas and 1 other model: Wheels (lugs/nuts/bolts/studs); Wheels (rim).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-132
- Reported
- March 3, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 128 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44Q9.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Atlas 2021
- Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 2021