Recent Recalls: VW ID4, Taos, Atlas

Volkswagen is recalling certain 2023 ID4 vehicles.  The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with door handles that allow water to enter the circuit board assembly, which can cause the door to open unexpectedly when the vehicle is subject to high lateral forces at speeds below 9 mph/15 kmh.

The remedy is currently under development.  Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 57J4.

VW Taos

Volkswagen is recalling certain 2022 TAOS vehicles.  The fuel delivery pump may break, which could cause a sudden engine stall.

Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023.  Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DV.

VW Atlas

Volkswagen is recalling certain 2018-2021 Atlas and 2020 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles.  The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may experience a fault in the wiring and deactivate the front passenger air bag when the seat is occupied.

Owners are advised not to use the front passenger seat until the remedy has been completed.  The remedy is currently under development.  Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023.  Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available.  Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69FB.