NHTSA recall 21V-026 (21V026000)
steering recall reported January 27, 2021 - about 10,303 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V026000
- Also written as
- 21V-026
- Manufacturer number
- 40Q7
- Reported
- January 27, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~10,303
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The front steering knuckle may fracture in the area of the strut mounting.
Why it is dangerous
A fractured steering knuckle can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace one or both steering knuckles, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40Q7.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-026 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.