2019 Volkswagen Atlas Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 35 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 7% of all complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 21,000 miles. A related recall, campaign 19V614000, covers a fuel tank suction jet welded in the wrong position that can leak fuel.
- Fuel System complaints
- 35
- 7% of 480
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 21,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners describe a sudden strong fuel smell inside or around the vehicle along with the EPC and check engine lights turning on, sometimes followed by loss of power.
- Some owners report the fuel tank or fuel lines developing leaks, requiring dealers to replace the gas tank and lines.
- Several complaints describe the vehicle stalling or losing power while driving, including one case at highway speed near 80 MPH where the vehicle would not accelerate past 30 MPH afterward.
- One owner reported a cracked fuel injector at 21,000 miles that sprayed fuel onto the engine along with a burning smell and loud noise.
- A separate complaint describes the fuel filler unable to accept more than three gallons during fueling, with a hissing sound and gasoline smell at the fuel port.
- One owner noted the vehicle failed to start when the fuel gauge showed a quarter tank while parked on a slight decline, triggering fuel pressure trouble codes.
When 2019 Volkswagen Atlas fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 9, 2019, latest Sep 24, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
- NHTSA 19V614000Aug 21, 2019Fuel System6 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The suction jet in the fuel tank may have been welded in the incorrect position allowing fuel to leak. Additionally, the vehicle may stall due to uneven fuel distribution.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BU.
Fuel System complaints by Atlas model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas?
- NHTSA lists 35 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 Atlas, which is 7% of the 480 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for fuel system problems on the 2019 Atlas?
- Yes, recall campaign 19V614000 covers a suction jet in the fuel tank that may have been welded in the wrong position, allowing fuel to leak. Volkswagen's remedy is a free fuel tank replacement.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2019 Atlas?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Fuel System complaints on the 2019 Atlas is 21,000 miles.
- Did the 2019 Atlas fuel system issues cause any crashes or fires?
- NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires among the 35 Fuel System complaints for the 2019 Atlas.
- How does the 2019 Atlas compare to other years for fuel system complaints?
- The 2019 Atlas had 35 Fuel System complaints (7% share), similar to 2018's 35 complaints (8% share), while 2021 had 42 complaints (9% share) and 2023 had 19 complaints but a higher 14% share.