2020–2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Atlas recall: Exterior lighting: headlights
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V504000
- Reported
- August 26, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Exterior lighting: headlights
- Vehicles affected
- About 11
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Atlas Cross Sports and 2021 Atlas vehicles. The driver's side headlight may have been aimed too low during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
A headlight aimed incorrectly aimed reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the driver's side headlight, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94N7.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Volkswagen Atlas (2021); Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport (2020). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A headlight aimed incorrectly aimed reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the driver's side headlight, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94N7.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.