NHTSA Recall 22V718000
Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Reported 2022-09-26. An estimated 555 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 model year Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. Certain brake lines may leak at the threaded connections.
Risk
A brake fluid leak may increase the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 23, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T2.
Manufacturer campaign number: 47T2
Notes
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.