Recall 21V-616
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas and 1 other model: Electrical system (wiring, relays/solenoids); Electrical system (wiring, fuses and circuit breakers).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-616
- Reported
- August 6, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 33 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. Damaged relays may have been installed in the engine compartment fuse box, which could inadvertently activate the horn or engine starter.
The risk
A horn or starter that remains activated for an extended period of time can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97FR.
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