Recall 22V657000: 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport and 1 other model
- Report received
- Aug 31, 2022
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 3,184vehicles
- Model years
- 2022
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The trailer hitch bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Possible consequence
Loose bolts may fall out, causing the remaining bolts to break, which could lead to separation of the trailer hitch and trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N8.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2022 Volkswagen Atlas185 complaints
- 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport75 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.