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US recalls (2)
Do not driveWheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44BW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025.
Back over prevention: software
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling 2024-2026 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. The vehicles may experience a low-voltage electrical event that affects display screen functions. As a result, the rearview camera image may fail to display as intended.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 28, 2026.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
Visual system
2026-07-22 · campaign 2026-357
Issue:
Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the rearview camera software.
Owner complaints (12)
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas (1 injuries reported). Among 9 model years of this model, it ranks #9 for the most complaints (median 176).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 4 | |
| Electrical system | 4 | |
| Unknown or other | 2 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | |
| Back over prevention | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT SUV N/A AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT SUV N/A FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS SUV N/A AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS SUV N/A FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2026 Volkswagen Atlas version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Atlas 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Atlas 4motion Peak Edition 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Atlas Cross Sport 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Atlas Cross Sport 4motion 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Atlas SE 4motion 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Atlas SEL 4motion 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.