repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross SportProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 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 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has problems
20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Engine
5Air bags
3Exterior lighting
3Electrical system
3Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Vehicle speed control
1Forward collision avoidance
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Air bags | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2023 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 · 2026 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
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.
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repaired · 2024 Q3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A brake fluid leak may increase the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2023 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
2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport safety ratings
2023 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 engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
After noticing an oil leak and blue smoke in my 23 VW atlas, I took it to my local dealership in Tupelo, MS. I realized there was an open recall for the PCV Valve / Oil separator under code 10LP. However, the bad PCV valve also caused the timing chain cover to go bad. The dealership called me back…
MY CAR SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. ALSO I HAVE HAD BRAKE ISSUES. GRINDING NOISE AND LOUD NOISE. THEY RELACED THE BRAKE PADS THAT I HAD TO PAY FOR BECAUSE MANUFACTUR PADS WOULD HAVE CAUSE THE SAME ISSUE. NOW MY CAR IS SHAKING WHILE I BRAKE. THEY SAID I NEED NEW ROTORS. WITH THE CAR SHUTTING OFF WHILE…
My car cuts off while driving. For instance, I was at a red light, in the left turning lane, and the light turned green. I pressed the gas and it started going and then just cut off. Luckily there was no car behind me. However, I was halfway in the intersection as cars were coming towards me. I had…
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