NHTSA Recall 25V081000: Automatic transmission (power train)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Atlas.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V081000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 38CX |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | February 12, 2025 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Safety risk
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38CX.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V081000
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.