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Volkswagen Atlas Recall 22V245: Fuel Injectors May Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 22V245, reported April 13, 2022, 1,382 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some fuel injectors in these vehicles may have been assembled without filters. The long fuel injectors could leak fuel, which increases the risk of a fire.

Dealers will replace the long fuel injectors free of charge. Owners were notified by mail beginning July 20, 2022. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and reference recall number 24iD. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether yours is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V245Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters.
Risk
Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the long fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24iD.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Volkswagen Atlas20212022
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport20212022