2019 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2020 Volkswagen Atlas
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Volkswagen Atlas | 2020 Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 468 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 709 | 618 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 11,700 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Atlas | Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 139 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 73 | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 76 | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 72 | 7 |
| Engine | 59 | 3 |
| Steering | 35 | 5 |
| Power Train | 33 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 29 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 31 | 0 |
| Stalling | 28 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 17 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
2019 Volkswagen Atlas
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.