Warning
Volkswagen Recalls Multiple Models: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This recall involves a potential crash or injury risk. Schedule service with your dealer promptly.
Source: NHTSA
WarningCampaign #24V723000Brakes
Volkswagen Recalls Multiple Models: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Affected Vehicles
- 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
- 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Recall Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been assembled with an incorrect secondary piston spring retainer, which can block the brake fluid port.
Consequence
An obstructed brake fluid port can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Additionally, vehicles that were added to the population on November 21, 2024, their letters were mailed on December 2, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen Customer Relations at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 471F.
411 Press Analysis
NHTSA has issued a recall for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas involving service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder, reported on September 27, 2024. An obstructed brake fluid port can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners of affected vehicles should contact their dealer to schedule the recall repair. Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Use your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls to verify whether your vehicle is affected by this recall.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database