Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Tires — Sidewall

Date Announced

MAR 05, 2021

Vehicles Affected

2,535

Volkswagen Recall #

44R1

NHTSA Campaign #

21V142000

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.

Actions

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44R1.

Documents (15)

• IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE Reference to: Continental Product Service Information Bulletin PSIB 01-21
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - VOLKSWAGEN Date: March 18, 2021 Repair Available Safety Recall 44R1 / Continental Tires
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - 44R1_VW Customer PRI
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) -44R1_VW Customer
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• Recall Acknowledgement
• U.S. DEALERS ONLY Reference to: Continental Product Service Information Bulletin PSIB 01-21 NHTSA recall 20V142
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• 44R1 Recall FAQ_12012021
• 44R1 Recall FAQ
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4