NHTSA recall 20V712000
Steering · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. One or both steering knuckles may have been damaged during production.
Why it matters: A damaged steering knuckle can fail, causing a loss of steering, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2020.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2021 Volkswagen Atlas, 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V712000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.