VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2021: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V812000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLKSWAGEN | ATLAS | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-11-02 | 2021-10-15 | 2021-10-18 |
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 40R7
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 30
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.
The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the tightness of the wheel bearing bolts and replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40R7.
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.nhtsa.gov.
