Blocked drain tube may cause air bag deployment
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 atlas and 2020-2021 atlas cross sport vehicles. the air conditioning system drain tube could be blocked, causing water to leak inside the vehicle near the air bag control module.
Safety Consequence
A water leak may damage the air bag control module, causing an inadvertent air bag deployment and increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the drain tube and replace the air bag control module, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 14, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 87h4.
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FAQ: Recall 21V892000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V892000?
NHTSA recall 21V892000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on November 17, 2021. It addresses: Blocked drain tube may cause air bag deployment. The recall affects approximately 54,429 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V892000 or the manufacturer campaign number 87H4. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.