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2018 VOLKSWAGEN Atlas FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE issues.

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Safety Recalls

Critical #18V284000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel tank may have a manufacturing error that can cause it to leak fuel, which can lead to a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak near an ignition source could increase the risk of a vehicle fire, which can cause serious damage or injury.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will replace the fuel tank at no cost to you, and will notify you when the repair is ready. You can also contact them at 1-800-893-5298 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. The fuel tank on these vehicles may leak fuel due to a manufacturing error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AW. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V-766.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Critical #17V766000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your 2018 Atlas vehicle may have a fuel tank with a thin wall, which could leak gasoline if it's not fixed.
Risk if Unfixed
If your tank leaks and there's a spark, it could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will replace the fuel tank for free, and they'll contact you to set up the repair when it's time.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Atlas vehicles. The fuel tank may have been manufactured with insufficient wall thickness, potentially resulting in the tank leaking fuel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AQ.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other VOLKSWAGEN Atlas 2018 Recalls

AIR BAGS
4 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 recalls
TIRES
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other VOLKSWAGEN Atlas Years

2020
4 recalls
2019
11 recalls

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