Volkswagen Atlas recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 29, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2018 Volkswagen Atlas

Recall number

17V766000

Brand / firm

Volkswagen

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 58 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Atlas vehicles. The fuel tank may have been manufactured with insufficient wall thickness, potentially resulting in the tank leaking fuel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AQ.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.