Table 1 shows seven common electrical system related problems of the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (68 problems). The second most common problem is related to the battery dead (21 problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Battery Dead problems | |
| Car Will Not Start problems | |
| Software problems | |
| O2 Sensor problems | |
| Ignition Switch problems | |
| Starter problems |
Both low beam headlights went out within two weeks of each other and the vehicle just hit 100,000 miles. Dealership states that replacing the entire headlight assembly is the only fix and will cost $3,000. So now both headlights (safety issue) are out and the vehicle cannot be driven safely. Read details...
Atlas is on its 3rd battery in 30,000 miles. When the battery fails it will die in an intersection during auto start stop. After boosting electronic steering, brakes, adaptive lighting, regular lighting, blinkers all fail and often limits to 15 mph Read details...
Car was purchased new 2/15/2018. Has 41000 miles and dealer maintained. My wife was at an intersection with a 1 year old and 4 year old in the car when auto shutoff occurred. Vehicle would not restart in a busy intersection. Read details...