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Volkswagen Atlas by model year
We have EPA fuel economy for 10 model years of the Volkswagen Atlas (2018–2027). The 2027 model is rated 23–25 mpg combined. Across these years NHTSA's file lists 48 different recall campaigns.
Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026
Compare Volkswagen Atlas years
Pick a year for trim-by-trim fuel economy, every recall with its remedy, the components owners complain about most and NHTSA crash-test scores.
| Model year | Versions | EPA combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Atlas | 4 | 23–25 mpg | — | — | — |
| 2026 Atlas | 6 | 21–23 mpg | 2 | 12 | 5/5 |
| 2025 Atlas | 6 | 20–23 mpg | 5 | 76 | 5/5 |
| 2024 Atlas | 6 | 20–23 mpg | 8 | 277 | 5/5 |
| 2023 Atlas | 8 | 20–23 mpg | 6 | 160 | 5/5 |
| 2022 Atlas | 8 | 19–23 mpg | 7 | 263 | 5/5 |
| 2021 Atlas | 8 | 18–22 mpg | 17 | 647 | 5/5 |
| 2020 Atlas | 7 | 19–22 mpg | 11 | 135 | 5/5 |
| 2019 Atlas | 3 | 19–22 mpg | 12 | 484 | 5/5 |
| 2018 Atlas | 3 | 19–24 mpg | 17 | 466 | 5/5 |
Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov (DOE/EPA). Recalls and complaints: NHTSA files. A dash means we could not match that year to NHTSA records by name or no rating is published.
Complaint counts grow as a model ages, so older years usually show more complaints than newer ones.
What the numbers mean
EPA combined is the Environmental Protection Agency's blended city and highway estimate from standardized lab tests; ranges cover all engines and drivetrains sold that year. Recalls counts NHTSA safety recall campaigns that name that model year. Complaints counts unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA since 2015. Overall rating is the best NHTSA 5-Star score among the tested versions.
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Latest Volkswagen Atlas recalls
The most recent recall campaigns covering any Volkswagen Atlas year we list. Open a model year for the full description and remedy.
- 26V590000 — Steering, reported Sep 11, 2026; model years 2018, 2019
- 26V473000 — Back over prevention: Software, reported Jul 22, 2026; model years 2024, 2025, 2026
- 25V835000 — Wheels: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs, reported Dec 3, 2025; model years 2026
- 25V434000 — Suspension, reported Jun 30, 2025; model years 2023, 2024, 2025
- 25V334000 — Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera, reported May 21, 2025; model years 2024, 2025
- 25V100000 — Engine, reported Feb 17, 2025; model years 2024, 2025
- 25V081000 — Power train: Automatic transmission, reported Feb 12, 2025; model years 2025
- 24V723000 — Service brakes, hydraulic: Foundation components: Master cylinder, reported Sep 27, 2024; model years 2024
- 24V480000 — Back over prevention: Software, reported Jun 27, 2024; model years 2024
- 24V464000 — Air bags: Sensor: Occupant classification: Front passenger, reported Jun 20, 2024; model years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether your car is affected with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
- NHTSA recall and consumer complaint flat files, dated Oct 28, 2026; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
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