Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport: Tires — sidewall

Affects Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport · 2020–2021 — about 760 vehicles.

The hazard

Over cured tires can result in a sidewall break causing a sudden loss of air pressure or the tread separating from the tire. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect DOT date code and mold number on the vehicle's tires to see if they are affected, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44Q5.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational