Power train: automatic transmissionRecall 25V-081 · Volkswagen vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 25V-081 covers 19 Volkswagen vehicles for a power train: automatic transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on February 12, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.

100%
Vehicles repaired19 of 19 · 2026 Q3
Vehicles affected192 models
ReportedFeb 12, 2025Owners notified Mar 12, 2025
Complaints since21Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 25V081000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The transmission may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in a loss of drive power.

The risk

A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38CX.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

100%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2025 Q12026 Q3