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2024 Volkswagen Atlas

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 24 on record.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas — representative photo
Representative photo

2024 Volkswagen Atlas at a glance

Safety recalls8
Owner complaints171
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas recalls 8

Back Over Prevention:software NHTSA Campaign #26V473000 · manufacturer #91TV · 22/07/2026

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling 2024-2026 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. The vehicles may experience a low-voltage electrical event that affects display screen functions. As a result, the rearview camera image may fail to display as intended.

Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall becam…

Service Brakes NHTSA Campaign #25V434000 · manufacturer #42HX · 30/06/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport and 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles. Certain bolts on the chassis, brake system and/or suspension (such as bolts for certain cross member, engine mount, control arm, subframe, rear brake carrier, etc.) of affected vehicles may not have been correctly tightened during the manufacturing process.

Fix: Dealers will replace the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42HX.

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #25V334000 · manufacturer #91QE · 21/05/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to become distorted when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Fix: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.

Engine NHTSA Campaign #25V100000 · manufacturer #10X5 · 17/02/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose and contact hot engine surfaces.

Fix: Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #24V723000 · manufacturer #471F · 27/09/2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been assembled with an incorrect secondary piston spring retainer, which can block the brake fluid port.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Additionally, vehicles that were added to the population on November 21, 2024, their letters were mailed on December 2, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen Customer Relations at…

Back Over Prevention:software NHTSA Campaign #24V480000 · manufacturer #91US · 27/06/2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger NHTSA Campaign #24V464000 · manufacturer #69PZ · 20/06/2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Atlas and 2020-2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.

Fix: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on October 18, 2024, December 10, 2024, December 20, 2024, and January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswa…

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical NHTSA Campaign #23V593000 · manufacturer #13i6 · 23/08/2023

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 171 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 13.6% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SUV FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,900
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Volkswagen Atlas costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,500
Fuel only$14,500
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
195.7–200.8 in
Width
78.0–78.3 in
Height
67.7–68.9 in
Wheelbase
117.3 in
Curb weight
4,442–4,594 lb
Front track
67.3–67.7 in
Rear track
67.7 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 312

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 312.

Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states error for Dynamic Cornering Light in MFI; Customer states no start conditi…

Bulletin VIN4APIN20260923 · Sep 2026

Heat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation.

Bulletin TT 96 26 01 · Lane Departure · Sep 2026

Suggested fuel additive

Bulletin V0116152014815_20 · Engine · Sep 2026

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

Bulletin SM 39-2026 · Sep 2026

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct airbag basic settings programming.

Bulletin VOS-26-52 · Air Bags · Sep 2026

Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states error for Dynamic Cornering Light in MFI; Customer states no start conditi…

Bulletin VIN4APIN20260902 · Sep 2026

Brake rotor resurfacing

Bulletin V4619022015173_35 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Repair or Replace Information

Bulletin V4622022067177_5 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no…

Bulletin VIN4APIN20260826 · Aug 2026

Oil leak from Cylinder Head Cover; Customer states MIL-on, Transmission warning light on, harsh shifting; Coolant leak from the cylinder head gasket, Low coolant level, Visible coolant leak, or Coolant warning message in instrument cluster; Customer states no…

Bulletin VIN4APIN20260819 · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ATLAS AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 7

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Visual System

Issue: Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by…

Transport Canada #2026357 · Jul 2026

Suspension

Issue: On certain vehicles, certain bolt(s) on the chassis, brake system and/or suspension may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the bolt(s) could loosen and cause a loss of control. Safety Risk: A loss of control could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to repl…

Transport Canada #2025355 · Jun 2025

Visual System

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display properly. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display properly when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display properly could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This co…

Transport Canada #2025272 · May 2025

Engine

Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine cover may come loose after service. If this happens, the engine cover could contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt. Safety Risk: An engine cover that melts onto a hot surface could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to rem…

Transport Canada #2025079 · Feb 2025

Brakes

Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake master cylinder may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, there could be reduced braking. Note: This problem could cause the brake pedal to feel soft and/or spongy and a brake warning light could turn on in the instrument cluster. Safety Risk: Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash…

Transport Canada #2024568 · Sep 2024

Visual System

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image to be delayed or not to appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. Thi…

Transport Canada #2024365 · Jun 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Volkswagen Atlas

The Volkswagen Atlas is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen since 2017. Developed mainly for the American, Chinese, and Middle Eastern markets, the vehicle is based on the MQB platform. In China, Mexico, the Middle East, and Vietnam the vehicle is marketed as the Volkswagen Teramont. It is positioned above the Tayron and in China, below the Tavendor and Talagon.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles on record

Other Volkswagen Atlas model years

2024 Volkswagen Atlas — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas?

Across all 171 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, engine.

What is the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas get?

The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas has a U.S. EPA estimate of 23 mpg combined (20 city / 27 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.