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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 22V657000

2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | 2022 Volkswagen Atlas — Trailer hitches

Published August 31, 2022 · Recall initiated: August 31, 2022

Summary

NHTSA records recall 22V657000, published August 31, 2022. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | 2022 Volkswagen Atlas — Trailer hitches.

What's the hazard

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The trailer hitch bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.

What to do

Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N8.

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Recall details

Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
ATLAS CROSS SPORT
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Lot
2022 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT | 2022 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | 2022 Volkswagen Atlas — Trailer hitches recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V657000 on August 31, 2022. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The trailer hitch bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N8.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: ATLAS CROSS SPORT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)