This page covers 2 recalls and NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has two recalls, both covering the same issue: incorrect wheel bolts that can loosen and allow a wheel to detach while driving, raising the risk of a crash and creating a hazard for other vehicles on the road.
At a glance
What can fail
Some vehicles have incorrect wheel bolts installed. These bolts can loosen over time, potentially causing a wheel to detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the wheel bolts and replace any incorrect ones before the vehicle is delivered to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
At a glance
What can fail
Incorrect wheel bolts were installed during manufacturing on certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles, which may fail to properly secure the wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect all wheel bolts and replace them as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
