Recall 20V504000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Report Date
20200826
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Atlas Cross Sports and 2021 Atlas vehicles. The driver's side headlight may have been aimed too low during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety Consequence

A headlight aimed incorrectly aimed reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the driver's side headlight, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94N7.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2020 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT
2021 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.