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2020-2021 Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport recall: steering

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 27, 2021. It covers about 10,303 vehicles.

vehicles affected
10,303
reported
Jan 27, 2021
owners notified
Feb 16, 2021
related complaints
23

Steering

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The front steering knuckle may fracture in the area of the strut mounting.
Risk
A fractured steering knuckle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace one or both steering knuckles, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40Q7.

Recall number 21V026000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 23 complaints about steering problems.

2021 Volkswagen Atlas2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

Questions about recall 21V026000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2021 Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport steering?

Yes. Recall 21V026000, reported on January 27, 2021, covers about 10,303 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V026000?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace one or both steering knuckles, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40Q7.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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