Volkswagen Recall 26V-473: Back over prevention – software

Affected: 2024–2026 Volkswagen Atlas, 2024–2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Filed with NHTSA on July 22, 2026, covering about 57,851 vehicles.

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling 2024-2026 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. The vehicles may experience a low-voltage electrical event that affects display screen functions. As a result, the rearview camera image may fail to display as intended.

The risk

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 28, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign26V-473 (26V473000)
Manufacturer number91TV
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentBack over prevention › Software
Report dateJuly 22, 2026
Owners notifiedAugust 4, 2026
Vehicles affected57,851
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the driver assistance

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-473 repair free?

Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91TV.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 57,851 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.