2021 Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport recall: relays/solenoids
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 6, 2021. It covers about 33 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 33
- reported
- Aug 6, 2021
- owners notified
- Aug 27, 2021
- related complaints
- 203
Electrical system: wiring: relays/solenoids
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. Damaged relays may have been installed in the engine compartment fuse box, which could inadvertently activate the horn or engine starter.
- Risk
- A horn or starter that remains activated for an extended period of time can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97FR.
Recall number 21V616000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 203 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 21V616000
Is there a recall on the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport relays/solenoids?
Yes. Recall 21V616000, reported on August 6, 2021, covers about 33 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V616000?
Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97FR.
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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