Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V142000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V142000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2018-2019 atlas vehicles equipped with continental tires Includes 2,535 affected units, Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss, component: TIRES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018-2019 atlas vehicles equipped with continental tires

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V142000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-03-05T00:00:00
Subject: Tire failure may cause sudden air loss
Component: Tires
Potentially Affected Units: 2,535

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 44R1
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 94.4

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NHTSA ID: 21V142000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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