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CriticalCampaign #23V593000Engine / Powertrain

Volkswagen Recalls Multiple Models: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Volkswagen Atlas
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Vehicle engine bay — representative photo for NHTSA engine/powertrain recall
A vehicle engine bay (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain).

Affected Vehicles

  • 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
  • 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

Recall Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas PA2 and Atlas Cross Sport PA vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.

Consequence

A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, engine failure may cause an oil leak which can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 13i6.

411 Press Analysis

A critical vehicle safety recall has been issued for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. NHTSA received the recall report on August 23, 2023 involving engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical. A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. This recall carries the highest urgency rating. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is advising owners to park their vehicles and contact an authorized dealer immediately. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. All owners can check their recall status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

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