NHTSA Complaint #11460757 — 2021 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS

SERVICE BRAKES issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11460757
Vehicle	2021 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS
Component	SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident	April 14, 2022
Date Filed	April 14, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	KS

Consumer Description

The remedy to my recall is not being performed within a reasonable time. I was in the road with my one year old and I was scared to get on the highway I was afraid someone would rear end us as the vehicle stops and turns on the check engine light and a warning light on my dash. I was driving and when I was coming to a stop the vehicle stops on it on and doesn’t give the person behind me enough time to break. I would honestly see if there is something that can been done as o don’t feel safe in my vehicle but I can’t afford to rent a car in the mean time it is my only transportation my son has a doctors appt @ 130 today and I’m afraid for his life and to drive there. I would really appreciate any help that you can offer.

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