The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been assembled with an incorrect secondary piston spring retainer, which can block the brake fluid port.
The risk
An obstructed brake fluid port can cause a loss of brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Additionally, vehicles that were added to the population on November 21, 2024, their letters were mailed on December 2, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen Customer Relations at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 471F.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-723 (24V723000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 471F |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder |
| Report date | September 27, 2024 |
| Owners notified | October 21, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,591 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-723 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Additionally, vehicles that were added to the population on November 21, 2024, their letters were mailed on December 2, 2024.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,591 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.