Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 27, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Atlas

Recall number

24V723000

Brand / firm

Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,591 units

Why it was recalled

An obstructed brake fluid port can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.