NHTSA Campaign Number
25V081000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Reported to NHTSA: December 2, 2025
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Safety Consequence
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38CX.
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Affected Vehicles (2)
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Atlas |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Atlas Cross Sport |
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This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 25V081000. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA. Contact your dealer or call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.