2025 Volkswagen Atlas recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 5 2025 Volkswagen Atlas recalls, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Back Over Prevention, SoftwareVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling 2024 to 2026 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. The vehicles may experience a low voltage electrical event that affects display screen functions. As a result, the rearview camera image may fail to display as intended.
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 28, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V473000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Jun 30, 2025Service BrakesVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 to 2025 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and 2023 to 2024 ID.4 vehicles. Certain bolts on the chassis, brake system and/or suspension (such as bolts for certain cross member, engine mount, control arm, subframe, rear brake carrier, etc.) of affected vehicles may not have been correctly tightened during the manufacturing process.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1 800 253 2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42HX.
NHTSA campaign 25V434000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
May 21, 2025Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 to 2025 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to become distorted when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.
NHTSA campaign 25V334000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Feb 17, 2025EngineVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 to 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose and contact hot engine surfaces.
Risk: A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.
NHTSA campaign 25V100000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Feb 12, 2025Power Train, Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1 800 893 5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38CX.
NHTSA campaign 25V081000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2025 Volkswagen Atlas has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.