repaired · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 77 owner complaints about the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-464 the manufacturer reports only 76% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 26, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has problems
77 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
22Service brakes
21Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
20Engine
11Air bags
11Forward collision avoidance
8Fuel/propulsion system
4Exterior lighting
2Engine and engine cooling
2Steering
66 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 22 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 21 | 2 |
| Engine | 20 | 0 |
| Air bags | 11 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 11 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 6 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Suspension: critical fasteners
Risk. Unsecured bolts may cause the trailing arm to fracture, resulting in a sudden loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk. A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Trailer hitches
Risk. Loose bolts may fall out, causing the remaining bolts to break, which could lead to separation of the trailer hitch and trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2024 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Fuel injection system: injectors
Risk. Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Air bags: side/window
Risk. A delayed air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volkswagen.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Atlas Cross Sport year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Atlas Cross Sport median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport safety ratings
2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Atlas Cross Sport owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Front brakes make scratching sound, dealer alleged brakes and rotor are fine after inspection. Steering wheel shakes at times when braking down hill. Cabin too noisy, air and sauna enter cabin by driver side door. Reported issue to dealer, they alleges the seal may need to be replaced; but not…
There is a metallic rattle in the driver's side b-pillar (similar to the issue in the 2018 Tiguan LWB). Every component in the pillar has been replaced and the rattle persists. The first time I complained about it to the dealership the car only had 1,500 miles on it. 3 years and several months of…
When I start driving the vehicle after it has been sitting for a little while (anywhere between a couple hours to overnight), the first few times I use the brakes, it sounds and feels like the brakes. are grinding. There is a loud metallic grinding noise until I come to a full stop. This will last…
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