Safety Recall NHTSA · 22V657000 Reported August 31, 2022

Loose hitch bolts may allow trailer to separate

Q: What is recall 22V657000?

NHTSA recall 22V657000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on August 31, 2022. It addresses: Loose hitch bolts may allow trailer to separate. The recall affects approximately 3,184 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · N/A · 3,184 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

22V657000

Manufacturer Campaign

66N8

Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

3,184

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 31, 2022

Completion Rate

95.29

Defect Summary

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.

Safety 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.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 22V657000 or campaign 66N8.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 22V657000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V657000?

NHTSA recall 22V657000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on August 31, 2022. It addresses: Loose hitch bolts may allow trailer to separate. The recall affects approximately 3,184 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V657000 or the manufacturer campaign number 66N8. 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.