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1 open safety recall recorded with NHTSA. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer, whatever the age of the vehicle.

  1. WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.

    Risk
    The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the tightness of the wheel bearing bolts and replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40R7.

    NHTSA campaign 21V812000 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported 15/10/2021

Is your 2021 Volkswagen Passat affected?

A recall applies to a range of vehicles, not to every one built that year. Check your VIN to see which of these are open on yours.

Source: NHTSA public recall database.

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Recall information comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, last updated 2021-10-15. DriveDocket is not affiliated with NHTSA, Volkswagen, or any vehicle manufacturer. Confirm any recall with a franchised dealer before relying on it.

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