A fractured steering knuckle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Steering

Date Announced

JAN 27, 2021

Vehicles Affected

10,303

Volkswagen Recall #

40Q7

NHTSA Campaign #

21V026000

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The front steering knuckle may fracture in the area of the strut mounting.

Actions

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace one or both steering knuckles, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40Q7.

Documents (14)

• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Chronology
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: February 04, 2021 Repair Available Safety Recall 40Q7 / Steering Knuckle(s)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - PRI
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• 40Q7 Recall FAQ_12012021
• 40Q7 Recall FAQ
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4