repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2025 Volkswagen AtlasProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 51 owner complaints about the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-434 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 22, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas has problems
51 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
13Power train
7Engine
7Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
5Service brakes
4Back over prevention
4Lane departure
3Visibility/wiper
2Vehicle speed control
96 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 18 | 1 |
| Power train | 13 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 7 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 9 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2025 Volkswagen Atlas 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
Service brakes
Risk. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine
Risk. A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
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
2025 vs. every other Atlas 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 median. How we score
'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Volkswagen Atlas safety ratings
2025 Volkswagen Atlas 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 (15.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Atlas owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Multiple occasions back up camera and entire screen not working when vehicle in reverse. Parking distance control and Maneuver braking function not working.
Even after the most recent recall “update” has been completed, my reverse cameras freeze. Infotainment system crashed and goes black. Infotainment system had been issue ever since buying car. Has to be hard reset every other week to make functions work. Dealer says “no issues”.
I have had several malfunctions in the past year with my brand new 2025 atlas. It started 6 months into my lease when it threw 7 different lights while driving down the street. I stopped at a light and put the car in park. After that it would not go back in drive. I had to get pushed out of the…
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