Its Shop Time Mondays: VW Is Recalling 177,000 Newer Model Atlas And Atlas Cross Sports

Loose Engine Cover May Melt and Cause Fire

A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V100000

Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Components ENGINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 177,493

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose and contact hot engine surfaces.

Remedy

Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 18, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.