NHTSA recall 21V812000
Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing
Volkswagen Atlas and 2 more
Reported Oct 15, 202130 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 40R7
The defect
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.
The risk
The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Suspension › Front › Wheel bearingWheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs