Many people who are happy brand new VW car owners are not so happy in 2025. There’s a major recall of certain models from this manufacturer.
What is Happening
This recall is for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport that were sold in the USA and Canada. This was originally issued in August 2023.
The recall was issued because of a faulty EA888 engine. It was noticed in July of 2023 when there were reports of engine noise that were not consistent with normal running of the Atlas engine. It appears this is a rod bearing issue.
Here is a description that appears on the recall notice:
“Contamination during the bearing production process may have caused an increased particle occurrence in the engine oil circuit, which may lead to extensive wear and play and result in damage to the connecting rod bearings. A connecting rod bearing with continuously rising bearing play leads to excessive engine noise. If the excessive engine noise and engine warning light are ignored, and the vehicle continues to be driven, this condition may result in engine failure, potentially causing a loss of motive power while driving and, in rare cases, a loss of engine oil, which may pose a risk of a vehicle fire.”
See if Your Car Has Been Recalled
Checking your vehicle to see if it is on the recall list for this particular problem is very easy. Go to the NHTSA website and enter your VIN or license plate number. You’ll get results that let you know if your vehicle is affected by this recall or any other recall. Additionally, you’ll be able to see lists of complaints, investigations and manufacturer’s communications on those issues.
What To Do
Search the NHTSA website and enter your VIN or license plate number to see if your car is being recalled. Contact your local VW dealer and make an appointment to have your vehicle inspected. If your car is one of the 2000+ vehicles affected, they will advise you on the next steps.
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