2024 Volkswagen Atlas Engine Problems
Engine problems account for 32 of 170 complaints (19%) filed on the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas, with a median failure mileage of 18,227 miles. Two engine-related recalls exist: one for loose engine covers and one for connecting rod bearing damage that can cause engine failure.
- Engine complaints
- 32
- 19% of 170
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 18,227 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners report loud knocking noises from under the hood at startup, sometimes paired with a stalled or unresponsive accelerator pedal.
- Some vehicles lost power and shook with a loud knocking noise while driving at highway speed, increasing crash risk in traffic.
- Several complaints describe sudden sputtering, jerking, and high RPM revving when accelerating to pass or merge.
- One owner reported the engine shut off completely at 75 mph, leaving the vehicle stuck in neutral while still rolling.
- Owners report rough idling at stops that led to extended dealership visits, with one vehicle in the shop for 56 days at only 3,000 miles.
- A metal grinding noise and shaking were traced to loose metal engine parts requiring full engine replacement at 11,205 miles.
When 2024 Volkswagen Atlas engine complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 6, 2023, latest Sep 15, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
- 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 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems on the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas?
- NHTSA lists 32 engine complaints for the 2024 Atlas, which is 19% of all 170 complaints filed for this model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas engine?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two engine-related recalls: campaign 25V100000 for an engine cover that may come loose, and campaign 23V593000 for connecting rod bearings that may become damaged and cause engine failure.
- At what mileage do 2024 Atlas engine problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2024 Atlas is 18,227 miles.
- Have any 2024 Atlas engine problems caused crashes or fires?
- NHTSA records 0 crashes and 1 fire tied to engine-area complaints for the 2024 Atlas, along with 1 injury.