How many fuel system complaints does the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas have?

NHTSA lists 35 Fuel System complaints for the 2018 Atlas, which is 8% of all 462 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas?

Yes. Two recalls, 18V284000 and 17V766000, cover fuel tanks that may leak due to manufacturing errors or insufficient wall thickness. Volkswagen replaced the fuel tank free of charge under both campaigns.

At what mileage do 2018 Atlas fuel system problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 39,088 miles at the time owners reported fuel system failures.

Did the 2018 Atlas fuel system issues cause any crashes or fires?

No. NHTSA records show zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries linked to these 35 fuel system complaints.

How does the 2018 Atlas compare to other model years for fuel system complaints?

The 2018 Atlas has 35 fuel system complaints (8% share); by comparison 2021 has 42 complaints (9% share) and 2023 has 19 complaints but a higher 14% share of that year's total complaints.

2018 Volkswagen Atlas Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 35 Fuel System complaints for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, 8% of all complaints filed for that year, with median mileage at failure of 39,088 miles. Two related fuel tank recalls (18V284000, 17V766000) address leaking fuel tanks.

Fuel System complaints: 35; 8% of 462
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 39,088 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Fuel tank leaks fuel due to thin tank walls or manufacturing defects, sometimes noticed while refueling or as a fuel smell inside or outside the vehicle.
High pressure fuel pump fails or malfunctions, in one case at 76,000 miles, causing reduced power, stalling, or difficulty restarting.
Vehicle loses fuel delivery on downhill grades once the tank drops to roughly a quarter full.
Engine stalls or shuts off unexpectedly while driving, sometimes tied to fuel system faults and requiring the vehicle to be towed.
Fuel lines or fuel pump wiring are damaged by rodents underneath the rear seat, cutting off fuel supply while driving.
Faulty gas tank leaks fuel into the lines, triggering a cylinder misfire and check engine light, requiring tank and charcoal canister replacement.

When 2018 Volkswagen Atlas fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 2, 2018, latest Aug 24, 2026.

35 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2018 to Aug 2026; peak Jul 2018 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas

NHTSA 18V284000May 2, 2018Fuel System278 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. The fuel tank on these vehicles may leak fuel due to a manufacturing error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AW. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V-766.
NHTSA 17V766000Nov 29, 2017Fuel System58 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Atlas vehicles. The fuel tank may have been manufactured with insufficient wall thickness, potentially resulting in the tank leaking fuel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AQ.

Fuel System complaints by Atlas model year

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

201835 (8%)
201935 (7%)
20202 (7%)
202142 (9%)
202214 (8%)
202319 (14%)
20246 (4%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas have?: NHTSA lists 35 Fuel System complaints for the 2018 Atlas, which is 8% of all 462 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas?: Yes. Two recalls, 18V284000 and 17V766000, cover fuel tanks that may leak due to manufacturing errors or insufficient wall thickness. Volkswagen replaced the fuel tank free of charge under both campaigns.
At what mileage do 2018 Atlas fuel system problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 39,088 miles at the time owners reported fuel system failures.
Did the 2018 Atlas fuel system issues cause any crashes or fires?: No. NHTSA records show zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries linked to these 35 fuel system complaints.
How does the 2018 Atlas compare to other model years for fuel system complaints?: The 2018 Atlas has 35 fuel system complaints (8% share); by comparison 2021 has 42 complaints (9% share) and 2023 has 19 complaints but a higher 14% share of that year's total complaints.