CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (6 reports).
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport recalls
Loose Bolts Could Cause Loss of Vehicle Control
Certain chassis, brake system, and suspension bolts on these Volkswagen vehicles may not have been correctly tightened during manufacturing.
Front Passenger Airbag May Switch Off When Seat Is Occupied
The passenger occupant detection system, which decides whether the front passenger airbag should be active, may develop a wiring fault.
Loose Rear Suspension Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control
The driver-side rear trailing arm bolts on these vehicles may not have been tightened properly.
Engine May Fail and Stall, Raising Crash Risk
Connecting rod bearings in the engine may become damaged over time.
Brake Lines May Leak Fluid, Increasing Stopping Distance
Certain brake lines may leak brake fluid at their threaded connections.
Side Air Bag May Deploy Late in a Crash
Corrosion can develop on the electrical contacts in the front door wiring harness.
Most common 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport problems
Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
I have a 2023 Volkswagon Atlas cross sport. The vehicle day running light went out on both sides. On doing a little research, I came across that this is a common problem with this vehicle and the cost is 1800 per side. Should there be a mass amount of customers reporting this same issue, this replacement should be replaced free of charge. Please advise if this should be an option
Daytime Running Lights Failure - 2023 Model with 82,000 miles. Found numerous instances in online forums and social media post about problem. Daytime running light doesn't work which puts at risk Yes, problem has been confirmed. No component has not been inspected. No warnings or messages. Noticed daytime running light was not working.
After noticing an oil leak and blue smoke in my 23 VW atlas, I took it to my local dealership in Tupelo, MS. I realized there was an open recall for the PCV Valve / Oil separator under code 10LP. However, the bad PCV valve also caused the timing chain cover to go bad. The dealership called me back and said VW would not cover this issue. I then called VW to see if they would step in and provide some sort of Goodwill and they denied me. They would not transfer me to a supervisor or provide any written approval that they denied covering the new timing chain cover... the call was super unprofessional and the failing part was a corresponding issue to the page PCV valve. I would like any assistanc
The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while seated inside the parked vehicle, the contact became aware of a reflection and exited the vehicle and discovered that the daytime running lights were inoperable. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The headlight assembly was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 18,000.
Our VW Atlas Cross Sport 2023 was involved in an accident on August 3, 2025 where the Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning did not work. Firstly, we reported issues with our brakes several times and took the vehicle to Rick Case VW in Weston/Davie more than once to rectify this problem. However, the problem has never been fixed, and persisted up until the time of the accident. Secondly, the vehicle's navigation system stopped working during the week of July 28th, and this was reported to Rick Case VW on July 30th. Attempts to address the fact that the car's non-working features contributed to the accident remain unresolved with Rick Case VW (seller) and VW Corporate (ma
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport questions
Does the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: Loose Bolts Could Cause Loss of Vehicle Control; Front Passenger Airbag May Switch Off When Seat Is Occupied; Loose Rear Suspension Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control; Engine May Fail and Stall, Raising Crash Risk; Brake Lines May Leak Fluid, Increasing Stopping Distance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (6), Air Bags (5), Unknown Or Other (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.