Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport: Brakes

Affects Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport · 2024 — about 181 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake master cylinder may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, there could be reduced braking. Note: This problem could cause the brake pedal to feel soft and/or spongy and a brake warning light could turn on in the instrument cluster. Safety Risk: Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the brake master cylinder.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

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