2021 Volkswagen Atlas | 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport — Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Published March 3, 2021 · Recall initiated: March 3, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V132000, published March 3, 2021. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2021 Volkswagen Atlas | 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport — Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44Q9.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- ATLAS
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2021 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS | 2021 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Volkswagen Atlas | 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport — Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V132000 on March 3, 2021. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44Q9.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: ATLAS.