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2026 Volkswagen Atlas Wheel Bolts Recall

2026 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Updated December 3, 2025

Incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed on certain 2026 Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles, allowing a wheel to detach while driving. This can cause a crash.

Is the Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on December 3, 2025. Details below.

What is recalled

Certain 2026 Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles equipped with incorrect wheel bolts installed during manufacturing. Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov to confirm if your vehicle is affected.

Am I affected

You're affected if you own a 2026 Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, or ID.4. Check whether your vehicle's VIN is on the recall list at NHTSA.gov (searchable as of December 5, 2025). An owner notification letter was mailed December 12, 2025.

What to do right now

Do not drive your vehicle until it has been inspected and repaired. Contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule a dealer appointment. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bolts at no charge. Reference recall number 44BW.

Contact: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

The hazard

Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Brands affected

Source
NHTSA
Category
Vehicles
Recall ID
nhtsa-25V835000
Recalled
December 3, 2025
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