NHTSA 25V100000 United States
Volkswagen Atlas recall: Engine
Official safety recall 25V100000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign25V100000
ComponentEngine
Report date2025-02-17
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | 2024 | United States |
| Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport | 2025 | United States |
| Volkswagen Atlas | 2024 | United States |
| Volkswagen Atlas | 2025 | United States |
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose and contact hot engine surfaces.
A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
The official remedy
Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.