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VW Atlas and Passat Front Wheel Bolts May Loosen
high How serious is it? About this label
Loose wheel bearing bolts can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V812000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Oct 15, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Part affected | Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs |
| Vehicles covered | 3 model/year combinations, model years 2021 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Volkswagen is recalling certain Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The bolts holding the front wheel bearings in place may not have been tightened correctly. If a bolt loosens, it can cause a loss of vehicle control. To fix this, dealers will inspect how tight the wheel bearing bolts are on the front wheels and replace any bolts that need it. This repair will be done free of charge to the owner.
What you should do
2. Contact a Volkswagen dealer to schedule an inspection (1-800-893-5298).
3. The repair is free.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 21V812000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (3)
Who to contact
Volkswagen — official Volkswagen recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-893-5298
The bigger picture
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Official notice
- Component
- WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.
- Safety risk
- The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the tightness of the wheel bearing bolts and replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40R7.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.