NHTSA recall 25V-081 (25V081000)
power train recall reported February 12, 2025 - about 19 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V081000
- Also written as
- 25V-081
- Manufacturer number
- 38CX
- Reported
- February 12, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~19
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Why it is dangerous
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38CX.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-081 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.