Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V026000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V026000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2021 atlas and 2020-2021 atlas cross sport vehicles Includes 10,303 affected units, Loss of Steering Due To Knuckle Failure, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2021 atlas and 2020-2021 atlas cross sport vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 atlas and 2020-2021 atlas cross sport vehicles. the front steering knuckle may fracture in the area of the strut mounting.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace one or both steering knuckles, free of charge. the recall began february 16, 2021. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 40q7.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V026000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-01-27T00:00:00
Subject: Loss of steering due to knuckle failure
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 10,303

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 40Q7
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 atlas and 2020-2021 atlas cross sport vehicles. the front steering knuckle may fracture in the area of the strut mounting.
Consequence Summary: A fractured steering knuckle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace one or both steering knuckles, free of charge. the recall began february 16, 2021. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 40q7.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 98.42

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NHTSA ID: 21V026000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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