Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V616000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V616000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2021 atlas and atlas cross sport vehicles Includes 33 affected units, Damaged Relays In Fuse Box May Cause Fire, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2021 atlas and atlas cross sport vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V616000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2021-08-06T00:00:00
Subject: Damaged relays in fuse box may cause fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 33

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 97FR
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: A horn or starter that remains activated for an extended period of time can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 21V616000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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