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NHTSARecalled Mar 3, 2021 · #21V132000

Incorrectly Machined Wheel Lug Bolt Holes

Hazard

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Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The lug bolt holes on the wheels may have been machined incorrectly, preventing the wheel bolt from sufficiently attaching to the wheel bearing hub. An insufficiently attached wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Incorrectly Machined Wheel Lug Bolt Holes
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four wheels, and as necessary, replace the wheels, lug bolts ,and wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44Q9.

View the official CPSC notice