CarRecallWatch- Component
- TIRES:SIDEWALL
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
- Risk
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44R1.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some tires on these vehicles may have been cured (baked) for too long during manufacturing. Over-cured tires can develop a break in the sidewall, causing sudden air loss, or belt edge separation, which can lead to tread or belt loss.
Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control and increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the tires and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Volkswagen will notify owners directly.
If you have a Volkswagen Atlas with Continental tires, contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 (recall 44R1) and check your VIN for open recalls. Schedule the free tire inspection at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Atlas | 20182019 |
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