NHTSA Recall # | 145603 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V712000 |
MFG Compaign # | 40Q6 |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | VOLKSWAGEN |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | ATLAS |
Model Year | 2021 |
Component | STEERING |
Date of notification | 19/11/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 29/06/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 29/06/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 17/11/20 |
Report created | 18/11/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 776 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 atlas and 2020-2021 atlas cross sport vehicles. One or both steering knuckles may have been damaged during production. |
Consequence summary | A damaged steering knuckle can fail, causing a loss of steering, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began november 19, 2020. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40q6. Note: owners are advised to do not drive the vehicle until the vehicle has been inspected and repaired if necessary. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |