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Volkswagen Atlas Cross 2024

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD Front-wheel (FWD)

Specifications

Engine
2,000 cc
4
Cylinders4
DrivetrainFront-wheel (FWD)
Body styleSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

Fuel economy

🇺🇸 Local data
City
11.8 L/100 km
Highway
8.7 L/100 km
Combined
10.2 L/100 km
Emissions
244 g/km
CO₂

Recalls

8 campaigns🇺🇸 Local data
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE 26V473000 · 2026-07-22 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 28, 2026.

SERVICE BRAKES 25V434000 · 2025-06-30 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42HX.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 25V334000 · 2025-05-21 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.

ENGINE 25V100000 · 2025-02-17 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER 24V723000 · 2024-09-27 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

An obstructed brake fluid port can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Additionally, vehicles that were added to the population on November 21, 2024, their letters were mailed on December 2, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen Customer Relations at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 471F.

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE 24V480000 · 2024-06-27 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER 24V464000 · 2024-06-20 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on October 18, 2024, December 10, 2024, December 20, 2024, and January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69PZ.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL 23V593000 · 2023-08-23 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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.

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 13i6.

Common problems

40 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES 2026-09-21 · NHTSA

. Brake Master Cylinder Failure: The brake pedal feels soft and spongy and produces hydraulic groaning noises, indicating a failure of the master brake cylinder consistent with NHTSA Recall 24V-723. The dealership has declined to replace it. 2. Suspension Defect and Improper Repair: The vehicle exhibits premature and …

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 2026-09-15 · NHTSA

The problem is the car has moments of stalls/not accelerating. From a stop, like at a stoplight, I have to press the gas pedal all the way to the floor, and even though the RPMs go up, the car doesn't move or barely moves for several seconds before it finally goes. The engine is clearly running and revving the power j…

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1 injured 2026-09-11 · NHTSA

Sunroof spontaneously imploded while driving down an empty highway. Glass fell down on us and our three kids in the backseat. Remaining glass is pointing upward and outward.

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 2026-08-27 · NHTSA

While accelerating, my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas hesitates and drags before responding to throttle input. The vehicle was brought to Volkswagen Cypress (Houston, TX) on 08/25/2026 for a scheduled service appointment that included this concern as well as recall 24V480. As of 08/27/2026 - two days later - the vehicle has no…

VISIBILITY/WIPER 2026-08-21 · NHTSA

I purchased this car brand new in 2024. As of today I have had 7 chips in my windshield. The first one which resulted in a replacement was February/ March 2025. I have replaced it once and filled 2 chips, but I currently have 4-5 chips in my windshield which needs to be replaced due to 2 of them being large. I am ho…

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2026-08-17 · NHTSA

I am writing to report a serious safety concern involving my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. This weekend, our vehicle unexpectedly began rolling backward while no one was seated in the driver’s seat. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the incident had the potential to cause severe injury or death. My daughter attempted to s…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER 2026-08-15 · NHTSA

The center infotainment/display screen in this 2024 VW Atlas repeatedly goes black, freezes, and reboots itself while the vehicle is being driven, including at highway speed (about 43-55 mph). When it fails, the screen collapses to a clock only and shows "Navigation not available," "Telephone not available," and "App-…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER 2026-08-15 · NHTSA

The center infotainment/display screen in this 2024 VW Atlas repeatedly goes black, freezes, and reboots itself while the vehicle is being driven, including at highway speed (about 43-55 mph). When it fails, the screen collapses to a clock only and shows "Navigation not available," "Telephone not available," and "App-…

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 2026-08-11 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine, exhaust system malfunction, and master warning lights were illuminated. The messages "Engine Control Malfunction" and "Transmission Overheated" were displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle …

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2026-07-27 · NHTSA

The light strip / brake light on the tailgate has water inside and stopped working. Error message "please check right tail light."

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2026-07-27 · NHTSA

My vehicle is experiencing error code C123B01 were water is getting into front emblem due to a malfunctioning seal stated in there Tech bulletin 94-23-01TT which requires changing the emblem and reprogramming it. I had shut down my Day time running lights and parking lights which is a safety hazard. My Drive easy warr…

ENGINE 2026-07-22 · NHTSA

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas suddenly lost all power and acceleration while driving at approximately 45 mph with a child passenger. There were no warning lights, messages, or abnormal symptoms prior to the failure. Pressing the accelerator pedal, including flooring it, produced no response, and the vehicle continued to d…

All 40 reports, grouped by component

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