Transport Canada Recall - 2021635 - VOLKSWAGEN
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Summary
Product
SUV recalled by VOLKSWAGEN
Issue
Vehicle - Suspension
What to do
Please see corrective actions section below
Affected products
2021 | VOLKSWAGEN | ATLAS
Issue
Issue:
On a small number of vehicles, the front wheel bearing bolts may not have been tightened properly. Over time, the bolts could loosen and create an unusual noise while driving. This problem could also affect the driver's control of the vehicle.
Safety Risk:
A loose wheel bearing could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the front wheel bearing bolts. Any bolts that were not tightened properly will be replaced.
Additional information
Background
Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.
Details
Original published date:
Alert / recall type
Automotive recall
Category
Vehicles - SUV
Published by
Transport Canada
Audience
General public
Identification number
RA-65237
Transport Canada
ID
2021635