NHTSA Campaign Number
25V100000
ENGINE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 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.
Safety Consequence
A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
What This Recall Page Shows
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Affected Vehicles (4)
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Atlas |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Atlas |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Atlas Cross Sport |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Atlas Cross Sport |
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Affected Models
This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 25V100000. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA. Contact your dealer or call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.