NHTSA recall 24V-723 (24V723000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported September 27, 2024 - about 1,591 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 24V723000
- Also written as
- 24V-723
- Manufacturer number
- 471F
- Reported
- September 27, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,591
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been assembled with an incorrect secondary piston spring retainer, which can block the brake fluid port.
Why it is dangerous
An obstructed brake fluid port can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Additionally, vehicles that were added to the population on November 21, 2024, their letters were mailed on December 2, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen Customer Relations at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 471F.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-723 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.