2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas Fuel Injectors Recall (22V245)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 1,382 vehicles · Reported April 13, 2022
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling 1,382 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas; 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters. Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V245 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V245000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 24iD |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 13, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas; 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport |
| Units affected | 1,382 |
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline > Fuel Injection System > Injectors |
| Safety risk | Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas in recall 22V245?
The long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Atlas FL and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Atlas with recall 22V245?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Atlas shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the injectors, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V245?
Recall 22V245 covers 1,382 vehicles: 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas; 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
NHTSA lists 1,382 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Volkswagen | Atlas |
| 2021-2022 | Volkswagen | Atlas Cross Sport |
What is the fix for the Atlas fuel injectors recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the long fuel injectors, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the long fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24iD.
When was recall 22V245 announced?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported recall 22V245 to NHTSA on April 13, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as July 20, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 13, 2022 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V245000. |
| July 20, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 54 months ago. If your Atlas was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Atlas is part of recall 22V245?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V245 is open on your Atlas, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2022 Atlas vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Atlas owners do about recall 22V245?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V245000 applies to your Atlas.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Volkswagen dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any injectors symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Atlas owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 893 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 80 of them about the fuel system.
Since recall 22V245 was reported on April 13, 2022, owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 17 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the fuel system and were received on or after April 13, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related fuel system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 893 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 80 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Volkswagen Atlas: 473 complaints in total, 42 about the fuel system
- 2022 Volkswagen Atlas: 183 complaints in total, 14 about the fuel system
- 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: 165 complaints in total, 17 about the fuel system
- 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: 72 complaints in total, 7 about the fuel system
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle, the fuel door failed to open. The contact physically broke open the fuel door to refuel the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined.
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11609886, filed August 21, 2024
Start stop error on 7/15/25. Engine light on 7/16/25. Drove the car to AutoZone and the diagnostic code was P0496 EVAP System High Purge Flow. VW dealership said it was okay to drive vehicle with engine on until my appointment on 7/24/25.
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport owner, IL, NHTSA complaint 11674641, filed July 18, 2025
The Car has Stalled at Stoplights 3 different times. There was a message on the dashboard that told me to "manually restart the engine". I put the car in park and restarted the engine. Note: I don't use the "Eco Stop Start" mode.
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport owner, WA, NHTSA complaint 11681814, filed August 20, 2025
Can recall 22V245 make my Atlas a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 22V245000 does not automatically make your Atlas a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Fuel pump and fuel line defects can cause the 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas to stall without warning. If it happens again after the recall repair, document it and return to the dealer.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2022 Volkswagen Atlas has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Atlas went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V245
Did the recall 22V245 fix work?
Since recall 22V245 was reported on April 13, 2022, owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 17 of them (25%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed July 20, 2022.
Is the 22V245000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Atlas is part of recall 22V245000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V245000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Volkswagen. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.