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NHTSA Recall 22V718000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 555 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Atlas.

555
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2022
owners notified (November 22)
NHTSA campaign22V718000
Manufacturer campaign47T2
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedSeptember 26, 2022
Owner notificationNovember 22, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 model year Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. Certain brake lines may leak at the threaded connections.

Safety risk

A brake fluid leak may increase the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 23, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T2.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V718000

Make and modelModel years
Volkswagen Atlas2023
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport2023

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.