The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The trailer hitch bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
The risk
Loose bolts may fall out, causing the remaining bolts to break, which could lead to separation of the trailer hitch and trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N8.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-657 (22V657000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 66N8 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Trailer hitches |
| Report date | August 31, 2022 |
| Owners notified | September 16, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,184 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-657 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N8.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,184 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.