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2020 VOLKSWAGEN Atlas Cross Sport STEERING Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for STEERING issues.

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STEERING Safety Recalls

Critical #21V026000 Plain English
Component

STEERING

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's front steering knuckle may break, which is a critical part that helps steer your car.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose control of your vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You'll get a free inspection and replacement of the steering knuckle(s) at a Volkswagen dealership, if necessary, starting February 16, 2021.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The front steering knuckle may fracture in the area of the strut mounting.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fractured steering knuckle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace one or both steering knuckles, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40Q7.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Critical #20V712000 Plain English
Component

STEERING

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a damaged steering knuckle that wasn't caught during production, which can cause steering problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering knuckle fails, you could lose control of your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You should have your vehicle inspected and the steering knuckle replaced for free, and you should not drive your vehicle until it's been fixed.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. One or both steering knuckles may have been damaged during production.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A damaged steering knuckle can fail, causing a loss of steering, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40Q6. Note: Owners are advised to DO NOT DRIVE the vehicle until the vehicle has been inspected and repaired if necessary.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other VOLKSWAGEN Atlas Cross Sport 2020 Recalls

AIR BAGS
3 recalls
TIRES
2 recalls
VISIBILITY
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
SEATS
1 recall

Other VOLKSWAGEN Atlas Cross Sport Years

2026
1 recall
2025
4 recalls
2024
7 recalls
2023
6 recalls
2022
7 recalls
2021
14 recalls

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