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Volkswagen engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.

NHTSA campaign 23V-593 · Reported August 23, 2023 · 2,018 vehicles affected

AFFECTED MODELS
Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport
VEHICLES AFFECTED
2,018
REMEDY
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge.
COST
Free

The short version

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported a problem with the engine hard parts internal/mechanical. Here is what owners need to know.

WHAT

The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.

WHY IT MATTERS

A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, engine failure may cause an oil leak which can increase the risk of a fire.

WHAT TO DO

Take it to a dealer — they will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge.

Affected vehicles

These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 23V-593.

YEAR RANGEMODEL
2024Volkswagen Atlas
2024Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

What changed

Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.

  1. Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST

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What this record means

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