Component
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The critical fasteners, also known as the driver-side rear trailing arm bolts, hold your Atlas's rear suspension in place. In some 2022-2023 models, these bolts might not have been tightened correctly, which could cause them to come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolts fall out, your rear suspension could break, making your vehicle unstable and hard to control. This could lead to a sudden loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will tighten the existing bolts or replace them with new ones, free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Volkswagen Atlas FL and 2022-2023 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The driver-side rear trailing arm bolts may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to loosen and fall out.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Unsecured bolts may cause the trailing arm to fracture, resulting in a sudden loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver side rear trailing arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 25, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42M2.
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