Air Bags:side/window
NHTSA campaign 22V152000 · 2022 · reported 03/28/2022
A delayed air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2022 Volkswagen Atlas Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.2× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
170Complaints
7Recalls
3Crashes
2Fires
2Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Engine (27.6% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Engine complaints here are 2.2× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 47 · 27.6% | Recalled | Recall 22V753000 |
| Service Brakes | 44 · 25.9% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 38 · 22.4% | No official action | — |
| Air Bags | 30 · 17.6% | Recalled | Recall 22V152000 · Recall 24V464000 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 12 · 7.1% | Investigation closed | PE23017 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 · 7.1% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 170 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 7 campaigns
Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:injectors
NHTSA campaign 22V245000 · 2022 · reported 04/13/2022
Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
NHTSA campaign 22V514000 · 2022 · reported 07/20/2022
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Trailer Hitches
NHTSA campaign 22V657000 · 2022 · reported 08/31/2022
Loose bolts may fall out, causing the remaining bolts to break, which could lead to separation of the trailer hitch and trailer, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
NHTSA campaign 22V753000 · 2022 · reported 10/07/2022
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Suspension:critical Fasteners
NHTSA campaign 22V807000 · 2022 · reported 10/26/2022
Unsecured bolts may cause the trailing arm to fracture, resulting in a sudden loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification:front Passenger
NHTSA campaign 24V464000 · 2024 · reported 06/20/2024
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“Vehicle was left parked over the weekend and on Tuesday I went to start the car and got errors of a low coolant. Vehicle suffered…”NHTSA complaint 11618630 — filed 10/08/2024 · ENGINE
“I discovered my car was leaking a small amount of oil on 08/26/2024. I made a service appointment to get it looked at and found…”NHTSA complaint 11615140 — filed 09/18/2024 · ENGINE
“Charcoal fuel filter system - I purchased my vehicle brand new. This went out the first 10 months I had the vehicle. There are numerous…”NHTSA complaint 11613105 — filed 09/06/2024 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas?
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 47 of 170 NHTSA complaints (27.6%), followed by service brakes (44), electrical system (38), air bags (30). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas have?
170 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 3 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 2 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 22V152000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas's reported problems?
2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
