Recall
Volkswagen Atlas — 20V057000
NHTSA ID
20V057000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Atlas
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2020-01-31
Component
AIR BAGS
Units Affected
7
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
69AL
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Atlas vehicles. The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrectly manufactured air bag sensor, which can delay or disable air bag deployment when necessary.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating frontal air bag deployment, a delayed or disabled airbag deployment can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag crash sensor, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69AL.