NHTSA Complaint #11718498 — 2018 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11718498 |
| Vehicle | 2018 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | N/A miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | MI |
Consumer Description
Dealer maintained with oil changes per the schedule. Cylinder head issue requiring engine replacement at 104,xxx miles. 3.6L VR6. This is unacceptable.
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