VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2019: TIRES:SIDEWALL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V142000

Make Model Year
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-03-24 2021-03-05 2021-03-05

Production Dates: 2018-05-14 - 2018-10-26

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 44R1

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2535

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.

Consequence

Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44R1.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.