The German automaker Volkswagen has issued a recall for 271,330 of its Atlas SUV vehicles due to issues with the passenger-side airbags. This is not the first time that Volkswagen has recalled these vehicles for this issue. In March, the company announced a recall of 143,000 Atlas SUVs for a similar problem.
The recall affects certain Atlas vehicles produced between 2021 and 2024, as well as Atlas Cross Sport vehicles manufactured between 2020 and 2024. The recall was prompted by a wiring error that could cause the front passenger airbags not to deploy, according to a report from the US National Highway and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Volkswagen explained that the problem stems from a contact fault between the car’s seat heaters and weight sensors, which can lead to the passenger airbag being switched off even when the seat is occupied. When this occurs, a warning light and sound will alert the driver that the passenger airbag has been deactivated.
Owners of the affected vehicles will receive notification by mail on August 16. Once replacement parts are available, Volkswagen dealers will replace faulty components free of charge to ensure the safety of their customers and their families.
