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2019 Volkswagen Atlas recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas. The most recent was reported on September 11, 2026. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: ATLAS.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
26V590000September 11, 2026Steering
23V671000October 4, 2023Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain
23V215000March 29, 2023Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger
22V815000October 31, 2022Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
22V152000March 28, 2022Air Bags › Side/Window
22V086000February 16, 2022Equipment › Other › Labels
21V142000March 5, 2021Tires › Sidewall
19V614000August 21, 2019Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
19V389000May 22, 2019Exterior Lighting › Headlights
19V218000March 20, 2019Air Bags › Side/Window
18V904000December 19, 2018Suspension › Rear › Springs › Coil Springs
18V824000November 26, 2018Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

Systems involved: Air Bags (4) · Tires (2) · Electrical System (1) · Equipment (1) · Exterior Lighting (1) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1) · Steering (1) · Suspension (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 26V590000Manufacturer no. 48LG, 48VT

Steering

Report received by NHTSA
September 11, 2026
Owner notification
Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
208,724 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
Not reported – September 22, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.

Safety risk

A broken steering rack housing can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V590000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V671000Manufacturer no. 69FK

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain

Report received by NHTSA
October 4, 2023
Owner notification
October 19, 2023
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
2 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The driver's side impact air bag may be missing a weld at the side air bag housing.

Safety risk

The driver's side impact air bag could deploy improperly or detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the driver's side impact air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69FK.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V671000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V215000Manufacturer no. 69FB

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger

Report received by NHTSA
March 29, 2023
Owner notification
March 22, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
143,053 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Atlas and 2020 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.

Safety risk

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 22, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69FB.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V215000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V815000Manufacturer no. AU:45J7,VW:45J6,45J8

Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems

Report received by NHTSA
October 31, 2022
Owner notification
November 18, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
296,044 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Safety risk

An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi’s customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Audi) 45J7, and (VW) 45J6 and 45J8.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V815000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V152000Manufacturer no. 97GF

Air Bags › Side/Window

Report received by NHTSA
March 28, 2022
Owner notification
June 22, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
222,892 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Atlas, 2020-2023 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021-2023 Atlas FL vehicles. The door wiring harness electrical contacts may corrode, disrupting the electrical connection and delaying the deployment of the driver or passenger front side air bag during a side impact crash.

Safety risk

A delayed air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will secure and, as necessary, replace any the front door wiring harnesses showing a fault code, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97GF.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V152000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V086000Manufacturer no. 09D9

Equipment › Other › Labels

Report received by NHTSA
February 16, 2022
Owner notification
March 31, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
3,648 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles equipped with accessory side steps. The reduced Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) label, reflecting the additional weight of the side steps, was not installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Safety risk

Without the reduced GVWR label, the vehicle could be overloaded, leading to a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install the reduced GVWR label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 09D9.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V086000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V142000Manufacturer no. 44R1

Tires › Sidewall

Report received by NHTSA
March 5, 2021
Owner notification
March 24, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
2,535 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V142000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V614000Manufacturer no. 20BU

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

Report received by NHTSA
August 21, 2019
Owner notification
August 30, 2019
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
6 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
July 23, 2019 – July 25, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The suction jet in the fuel tank may have been welded in the incorrect position allowing fuel to leak. Additionally, the vehicle may stall due to uneven fuel distribution.

Safety risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BU.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V614000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V389000Manufacturer no. 94L9

Exterior Lighting › Headlights

Report received by NHTSA
May 22, 2019
Owner notification
July 16, 2019
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
662,185 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
November 17, 2016 – February 12, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Volkswagen Passat and 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles. The blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L9.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V389000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V218000Manufacturer no. 69Y8

Air Bags › Side/Window

Report received by NHTSA
March 20, 2019
Owner notification
April 24, 2019
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
3 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
October 31, 2018 – February 12, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles. An incorrect driver and/or front passenger side impact air bag may have been installed.

Safety risk

In an event of a side impact crash, an incorrect side airbag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen has inspected and replaced the side air bags, free of charge. The recall was completed in April 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y8.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V218000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V904000Manufacturer no. 42J2/42J3

Suspension › Rear › Springs › Coil Springs

Report received by NHTSA
December 19, 2018
Owner notification
January 31, 2019
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
6,322 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
May 14, 2018 – October 26, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

Safety risk

If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J2/42J3.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V904000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V824000Manufacturer no. 90L3 / 90L4

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

Report received by NHTSA
November 26, 2018
Owner notification
December 13, 2018
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Units potentially affected
73,549 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
December 22, 2016 – November 10, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
ATLAS

Defect summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas and Tiguan and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles that do not have keyless entry. The instrument cluster may not provide an audible warning to let the driver know that the key is still in the ignition when the door is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."

Safety risk

If the driver is not notified by an audible noise that the key is left in the ignition, it can increase the risk of vehicle theft or crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 90L3 and 90L4.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V824000, filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 14, 2026.