2021 Volkswagen Atlas SE w/ Tech R-Line w/ Sunroof Pkg.
2021 Volkswagen Atlas SE w/ Tech R-Line w/ Sunroof Pkg. — 3.6L 6 Cyl, Automatic. Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV].
Safety & Recall Score: High Risk
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20V712000: STEERING
View Full Recall Details on NHTSA.gov →VIN 1V2PR2CAXMC569171 identifies a sport utility vehicle — the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SE w/ Tech R-Line w/ Sunroof Pkg.. This specific unit was assembled at the CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Volkswagen's North American production plants.
This vehicle carries an unusually high 17 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include back over prevention: sensing system: camera, steering, wheels:rim. All recalls must be repaired by a Volkswagen dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway), which represents below-average for its class fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $3250 at national average gas prices. It scores 3/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 461 g CO₂/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SE w/ Tech R-Line w/ Sunroof Pkg. falls in an estimated used-market range of $19,100–$25,300. The high recall count may suppress resale value — factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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- Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
- Body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
- Plant: CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
17 Open Recalls- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain...
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain...
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain...
Owner Complaints
451 filed with NHTSA- Upon visual inspection of the car. Noticed driver’s side...
- Aluminum rear differential corroded, causing Haldex fluid to leak...
Fuel Economy
19 MPG Combined- City: 17 MPG
- Hwy: 23 MPG
- Combined: 19 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
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BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black...
Risk: A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact...
STEERING
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.
Risk: A fractured steering knuckle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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...
WHEELS:RIM
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.
Risk: An insufficiently attached wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four wheels, and as necessary, replace the wheels, lug bolts ,and wheel bearings, free of...
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.
Risk: The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tightness of the wheel bearing bolts and replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed...
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The air conditioning system drain tube could be blocked, causing water to leak inside the vehicle near the air bag control module.
Risk: A water leak may damage the air bag control module, causing an inadvertent air bag deployment and increasing the risk of injury or a...
Remedy: Dealers will repair the drain tube and replace the air bag control module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January...
SEATS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may...
Risk: In the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats, and, as necessary, replace the seatback frames, free of charge. The recall began...
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Atlas Cross Sports and 2021 Atlas vehicles. The driver's side headlight may have been aimed too low during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of...
Risk: A headlight aimed incorrectly aimed reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the driver's side headlight, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2020. Owners may contact...
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport and 2021 Atlas vehicles equipped with Continental Cross Contact LX Sport tires, size 255/50 R 20 105 T. The tires may have been over cured.
Risk: Over cured tires can result in a sidewall break causing a sudden loss of air pressure or the tread separating from the tire. Both...
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect DOT date code and mold number on the vehicle's tires to see if they are affected,...
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Upon visual inspection of the car. Noticed driver’s side...
Upon visual inspection of the car. Noticed driver’s side headlight outter light not working with no warning indicator. Have been pulled over since issue was first discovered by...
Aluminum rear differential corroded, causing Haldex fluid to leak...
Aluminum rear differential corroded, causing Haldex fluid to leak out resulting in Haldex pump, failure and loss of rear-wheel-drive ie.(4 motion) causing catastrophic failure of clutch pack.
I own a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas with approximately 61,000...
I own a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas with approximately 61,000 miles. After a software update prompted by the vehicle, saying it will be done in 3 parts.the infotainment screen...
Passenger side Daytime Running Light went out. The vehicle...
Passenger side Daytime Running Light went out. The vehicle had under 60k miles. Seems like a common problem. For now will not replace because of high price tag...
Hood release cable broken. Cannot open hood
Hood release cable broken. Cannot open hood
2021 Volkswagen Atlas, VIN [XXX], approximately 116,000 miles. Vehicle...
2021 Volkswagen Atlas, VIN [XXX], approximately 116,000 miles. Vehicle developed a cylinder failure requiring full cylinder replacement. Following replacement, compression remains abnormally low, specifically on cylinders #4 and...
DRLs went out after the vehicle being on lly...
DRLs went out after the vehicle being on lly a few years old.
The hood latch just randomly disconnected and all over...
The hood latch just randomly disconnected and all over forms and post and videos on YouTube. It sounds like it’s a very common issue with the Atlas.
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