NHTSA recall 21V-132 (21V132000)
wheels recall reported March 3, 2021 - about 128 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V132000
- Also written as
- 21V-132
- Manufacturer number
- 44Q9
- Reported
- March 3, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~128
- Component
- wheels
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The lug bolt holes on the wheels may have been machined incorrectly, preventing the wheel bolt from sufficiently attaching to the wheel bearing hub.
Why it is dangerous
An insufficiently attached wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four wheels, and as necessary, replace the wheels, lug bolts ,and wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44Q9.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-132 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.