NHTSA recall 22V-086 (22V086000)
equipment recall reported February 16, 2022 - about 3,648 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V086000
- Also written as
- 22V-086
- Manufacturer number
- 09D9
- Reported
- February 16, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~3,648
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Atlas and 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles equipped with accessory side steps. The reduced Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) label, reflecting the additional weight of the side steps, was not installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Why it is dangerous
Without the reduced GVWR label, the vehicle could be overloaded, leading to a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will install the reduced GVWR label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 09D9.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-086 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.