Structure Problems of Volkswagen Atlas

Volkswagen Atlas owners have reported 42 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (40 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Volkswagen Atlas

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
40
Structure problems
1
Interior Panels Door problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Volkswagen Atlas

The Body problem

Hood release cable either lost tension, broke, or came loose from the clamp in the junction box and cannot open the hood. I was stopped on the side of the road, unable to open the hood. I and my family were put in excessive danger on the side of the road as I could not correct the issue without   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud grinding and squeaking sound coming from the vehicle. There was an abnormal sound of rushing water underneath the floorboard.   Read details...

The Interior Panels Door problem

2018 Volkswagen Atlas. Consumer stated that there is water in the passenger side floorboard. The consumer stated that the condensation drain tube that was connected to the a/c evaporator coil was twisted at the drain pan. This caused the water to pool under the floorboards.   Read details...




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