The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has 4 recalls, with the most serious involving a transmission that can suddenly lose drive power and chassis bolts that may not have been tightened correctly, either of which can cause a loss of vehicle control.
The loose or undertightened bolts span multiple systems including suspension, brake, and subframe components, meaning the car may not handle or stop as expected. On the engine side, an improperly installed engine cover can work loose, contact hot engine surfaces, and melt, raising the risk of an engine compartment fire. There is also a software issue that can distort the rearview camera image while reversing, reducing what the driver can see behind the vehicle.