The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The driver's side impact air bag may be missing a weld at the side air bag housing.
The risk
The driver's side impact air bag could deploy improperly or detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's side impact air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69FK.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-671 (23V671000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 69FK |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window › Curtain |
| Report date | October 4, 2023 |
| Owners notified | October 19, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 2 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-671 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver's side impact air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69FK.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2 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.