2021 Audi Q5, 2022–2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, 2022–2023 Volkswagen Atlas and 1 other model Recall: Engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in…
NHTSA campaign 22V753000 · Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Oct 7, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.
The risk
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 13i4 (VW) and 13i5 (Audi).
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | Q5 | 2021 |
| Audi | Q5 Sportback | 2022, 2023 |
| Volkswagen | Atlas | 2022, 2023 |
| Volkswagen | Atlas Cross Sport | 2022, 2023 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V753000 (manufacturer number VW: 13i4, Audi: 13i5). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.