2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 19 engine complaints for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 20% of all complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 16,580 miles. Two related recalls exist, covering connecting rod bearing damage and a loose engine cover.
- Engine complaints
- 19
- 20% of 96
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 16,580 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Vehicle stalls or loses power unexpectedly while driving, in some cases tied to the connecting rod bearing recall (23V593000).
- Sudden loss of acceleration or engine RPM drop when trying to pass another vehicle, sometimes feeling like a near stall before power returns.
- Warning lights and reduced-power or limp mode activate, with the accelerator pedal depressed but the vehicle failing to speed up as expected.
- Repeated engine malfunction lights paired with start/stop failures, leaving the vehicle unable to start or requiring a tow.
- Overheating alerts followed by loss of steering assist and power while driving, in one case recurring after a thermostat sensor repair.
- Owners report the engine cover recall remedy left the engine exposed without a replacement cover.
When 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport engine complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 6, 2023, latest Aug 11, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
- NHTSA 25V100000Feb 17, 2025Engine177,493 vehicles
Engine
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine cover may have been improperly installed after vehicle service, allowing it to come loose and contact hot engine surfaces.
Risk: A loose engine cover that contacts hot surfaces in the engine compartment can melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the engine cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10X5.
- NHTSA 23V593000Aug 23, 2023Engine2,018 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Atlas PA2 and Atlas Cross Sport PA vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.
Risk: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, engine failure may cause an oil leak which can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 13i6.
Engine complaints by Atlas Cross Sport model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine complaints on the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport?
- NHTSA has 19 engine complaints for this model year, which is 20% of the 96 total complaints filed for the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport.
- At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for engine complaints in this data set is 16,580 miles.
- Is there a recall for the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport engine?
- Yes, two recalls apply: campaign 23V593000 for connecting rod bearing damage that can cause engine failure, and campaign 25V100000 for an improperly installed engine cover that can come loose.
- Have these engine issues caused crashes or fires?
- NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires among the engine complaints reported for the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport.
- Do owners report stalling on the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport?
- Yes, sample complaints describe stalling and sudden loss of power while driving, with some owners linking this to the connecting rod bearing recall.