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NHTSA Recall 25V835000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)

Do not drive Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volkswagen Atlas.

27
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2025
owners notified (December 12)
NHTSA campaign25V835000
Manufacturer campaign44BW
ComponentWHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Report receivedDecember 3, 2025
Owner notificationDecember 12, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing.

Safety risk

Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44BW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V835000

Make and modelModel years
Volkswagen Atlas2026
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport2026
Volkswagen ID.42026

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.