NHTSA recall campaign
21V616000
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Reported2021-08-06Affected33 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. Damaged relays may have been installed in the engine compartment fuse box, which could inadvertently activate the horn or engine starter.
Risk
A horn or starter that remains activated for an extended period of time can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97FR.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →