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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

ENGINE — Loose Engine Cover May Melt and Cause Fire · February 17, 2025

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose and contact hot engine surfaces.

Risk

A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

What owners should do

Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.

Units 177493

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