Front: wheel bearingRecall 21V-812 · Volkswagen vehicles
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 21V-812 covers 30 Volkswagen vehicles for a front: wheel bearing problem, reported to NHTSA on October 15, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 93% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V812000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.
The risk
The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the tightness of the wheel bearing bolts and replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40R7.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
93%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.