Recall
Volkswagen Atlas — 18V904000
NHTSA ID
18V904000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Atlas
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-12-19
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Units Affected
6,322
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
42J2/42J3
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Consequence
If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J2/42J3.