How many fuel system complaints does the 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport have?

NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, which is 10% of the 165 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2021 Atlas Cross Sport?

Yes. Recall 22V245000, reported April 13, 2022, covers 2021-2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles where long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters. Dealers replace the injectors free of charge.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear?

NHTSA data shows a median failure mileage of 47,000 for fuel system complaints on this model year.

Have fuel system complaints caused crashes or fires?

No. NHTSA records zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries linked to these 17 fuel system complaints.

How does the 2021 model compare to other Atlas Cross Sport years for fuel system issues?

The 2021 model's fuel system share is 10%, matching 2022 at 10%, and higher than 2020's 4% and 2024's 5%, though 2023 and 2025 report higher shares at 11% and 13% respectively.

2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 10% of its 165 total complaints, with median failure mileage of 47,000. A related recall (22V245000) covers long fuel injectors assembled without filters.

Fuel System complaints: 17; 10% of 165
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 47,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicle stalls unexpectedly at highway speeds, sometimes accompanied by steering wheel and gas pedal vibrations.
Engine shuts off while driving and requires manually restarting the vehicle by shifting into park, occurring multiple times over a short span.
Remote start stops functioning, which owners link to fuel pump or fuel injector problems.
Vehicle sputters and stalls at low speeds, including while pulling in or out of parking spots and driveways.
Fuel door fails to open when attempting to refuel, forcing the owner to force it open manually.
Strong gasoline odor and a fuel leak reported after a dealer replaced faulty fuel injectors.

When 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint May 21, 2021, latest Jul 27, 2026.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2021 to Jul 2026; peak Aug 2024 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

NHTSA 22V245000Apr 13, 2022Fuel System1,382 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
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.
Risk: Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.

Fuel System complaints by Atlas Cross Sport model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20204 (4%)
202117 (10%)
20227 (10%)
20232 (11%)
20245 (5%)
20253 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport have?: NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, which is 10% of the 165 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2021 Atlas Cross Sport?: Yes. Recall 22V245000, reported April 13, 2022, covers 2021-2022 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles where long fuel injectors may have been assembled without filters. Dealers replace the injectors free of charge.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear?: NHTSA data shows a median failure mileage of 47,000 for fuel system complaints on this model year.
Have fuel system complaints caused crashes or fires?: No. NHTSA records zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries linked to these 17 fuel system complaints.
How does the 2021 model compare to other Atlas Cross Sport years for fuel system issues?: The 2021 model's fuel system share is 10%, matching 2022 at 10%, and higher than 2020's 4% and 2024's 5%, though 2023 and 2025 report higher shares at 11% and 13% respectively.