Recalls & safety ratings

2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS

Every NHTSA recall campaign covering the 2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, and the crash-test ratings for the body styles that were tested.

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Recalls

Sourced from NHTSA recall and safety-rating data — last checked 6 September 2026.

Do not drive this vehicle until it has been repaired.

NHTSA has flagged at least one campaign below as a “do not drive” recall. Contact a dealer before using the car again — the repair is free.

2 recall campaigns

A campaign usually covers only part of a model year's production, so it may not apply to a particular car. Check the VIN to be certain.

7 October 2027

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

NHTSA campaign 26V473000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling 2024-2026 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. The vehicles may experience a low-voltage electrical event that affects display screen functions. As a result, the rearview camera image may fail to display as intended.

Consequence

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 28, 2026.

Do not drive12 March 2025

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

NHTSA campaign 25V835000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing.

Consequence

Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44BW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025.

NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS, so it has no 5-Star Safety Ratings.

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