NHTSA recall 23V-593: Engine and Engine Cooling

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported August 23, 2023 · 2 affected model years

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

23V-593
August 23, 2023 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas PA2 and Atlas Cross Sport PA vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.
Safety risk
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, engine failure may cause an oil leak which can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 13i6.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V593000
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Report dateAugust 23, 2023
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2024 Volkswagen Atlas8 recalls total2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport8 recalls total