2022 Volkswagen Atlas
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 453 |
| 2019 | 462 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 442 |
| 2022 | 169 |
| 2023 | 115 |
| 2024 | 157 |
| 2025 | 36 |
| 2026 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
28% of complaints: engine — 47 distinct reports on file.
FIRE26% of complaints: service brakes — 44 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
My atlas forward collision system malfunctioned causing the automatic emergency braking to turn on when there was no one and nothing in front of me. I was then rear ended. Which ultimately totaled my vehicle. My car said airbag error as well.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250724
22% of complaints: electrical system — 38 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
While driving, the steering wheel warning light briefly flashed on my dashboard and then disappeared. Later, it came back on and stayed illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241119
18% of complaints: air bags — 30 distinct reports on file.
CRASH7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Atlas, 2020-2023 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021-2023 Atlas FL vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will secure and, as necessary, replace any the front door wiring harnesses showing a fault code, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Campaign 22V152000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the long fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24iD.
Campaign 22V245000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Campaign 22V514000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The trailer hitch bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the trailer hitch bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66N8.
Campaign 22V657000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022.
Campaign 22V753000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Volkswagen Atlas FL and 2022-2023 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver side rear trailing arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 25, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Campaign 22V807000 — check if this car was fixed
Inadvertent Automatic Emergency Braking
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Atlas and 2020-2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2024.
Campaign 24V464000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Volkswagen Atlas — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (47 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (44 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V152000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V245000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V514000 (back over prevention, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V657000 (trailer hitches) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V753000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V807000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V464000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.