2024 Volkswagen Atlas, Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign 23V593000 · 2,018 units potentially affected · filed Aug 23, 2023
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas PA2 and Atlas Cross Sport PA vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.
Why it matters
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, engine failure may cause an oil leak which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 13i6.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V593000
- Manufacturer no.
- 13i6
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Units affected
- 2,018
- Report received
- Aug 23, 2023
- Owner letters
- Sep 28, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
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