Volkswagen recall: 2018–2019 Atlas and 2 more – steering
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling 2018–2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2019–2021 Audi Q3 because of a crash risk – 208,724 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on September 11, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Most serious A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.
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| Product | 2018–2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2019–2021 Audi Q3 |
| Brand | Volkswagen |
| Company | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Vehicle |
| Report received | September 11, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | September 11, 2026 |
| Quantity | 208,724 vehicles (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26V590000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | Q3 | 2019–2021 |
| Volkswagen | Atlas | 2018–2019 |
| Volkswagen | Tiguan | 2018 |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V590000
- Manufacturer recall number
- 48LG, 48VT
- Component
- STEERING
- Recalled part
- Bolt · Steering · N.105.524.02
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
Why it was recalled
The problem: a crash risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.”
The consequence, according to NHTSA: “A broken steering rack housing can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.”
What to do
NHTSA: “Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V590000.
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About this recall
Is Volkswagen 2018–2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, 2019–2021 Audi Q3 recalled?
Yes. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported the recall to NHTSA on September 11, 2026; NHTSA published it September 11, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of a crash risk. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.