NHTSA Campaign 21V616000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS

Issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported Aug 6, 2021 · 33 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. Damaged relays may have been installed in the engine compartment fuse box, which could inadvertently activate the horn or engine starter.

Consequence

A horn or starter that remains activated for an extended period of time can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97FR.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2021 33
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT 2021 33

Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V616000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.