ID: #18V380000
MFR: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
SYSTEM_COMPONENT
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
EVENT_SUMMARY
Your Volkswagen Atlas's owner's manual doesn't mention that the middle seat's seat belt buckle can get damaged if you use a child seat that's wider than 12.6 inches.
RISK_ASSESSMENT
If the buckle gets damaged, it might release unexpectedly in a crash, which could lead to injury.
RESOLUTION_PROTOCOL
Volkswagen will inspect and replace the middle and left seat belt buckles if needed, and give you an updated owner's manual with child safety information, all for free.