2023 Volkswagen Atlas recalls and problems
The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas has 5 safety recalls and 146 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2023 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2023 Volkswagen Atlas recalls
Recall 25V-434: Service Brakes, Suspension
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. Certain bolts on the chassis, brake system and/or suspension (such as bolts for certain cross member, engine mount, control arm, subframe, rear brake carrier, etc.) of affected vehicles may not have been correctly tightened during the manufacturing process.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42HX.
Recall 24V-464: Air Bags
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Atlas and 2020-2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.
Risk: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on October 18, 2024, December 10, 2024, December 20, 2024, and January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69PZ.
Recall 22V-753: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.
Risk: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 13i4 (VW) and 13i5 (Audi).
Recall 22V-718: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 model year Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. Certain brake lines may leak at the threaded connections.
Risk: A brake fluid leak may increase the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 23, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T2.
Recall 22V-152: Air Bags
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Atlas, 2020-2023 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021-2023 Atlas FL vehicles. The door wiring harness electrical contacts may corrode, disrupting the electrical connection and delaying the deployment of the driver or passenger front side air bag during a side impact crash.
Risk: A delayed air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will secure and, as necessary, replace any the front door wiring harnesses showing a fault code, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97GF.
2023 Volkswagen Atlas problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 40 | |
| Engine | 37 | |
| Unknown or Other | 25 | |
| Air Bags | 22 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 18 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | |
| Service Brakes | 15 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 12 | |
| Power Train | 8 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | |
| Steering | 3 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 5
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 5
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 4
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 3
- Lane Departure › Warning — 2
- Lane Departure › Assist — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
- Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 33,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2023 Volkswagen Atlas complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Volkswagen Atlas years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas: 25V-434 (service brakes, suspension), 24V-464 (air bags), 22V-753 (engine and engine cooling), 22V-718 (service brakes, hydraulic), 22V-152 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (40 reports), followed by engine (37). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 33,000 miles.
Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.