Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross
— Recall Campaign #21V892000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The air conditioning system drain tube could be blocked, causing water to leak inside the vehicle near the air bag control module.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 54,429 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V892000
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 17, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V892000 |
| Units affected: | 54,429 |
- Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The air conditioning system drain tube could be blocked, causing water to leak inside the vehicle near the air bag control module.
- Consequeces:
- A water leak may damage the air bag control module, causing an inadvertent air bag deployment and increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will repair the drain tube and replace the air bag control module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 87H4.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.