# Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.: Wheel May Detach from Vehicle (25V835000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 75/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Subject | Wheel May Detach from Vehicle |
| NHTSA ID | 25V835000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | 44BW |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Units potentially affected | 27 |
| Do not drive | Yes |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2026 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and ID.4 vehicles. The incorrect wheel bolts may have been installed during vehicle manufacturing. |
| Consequence | Incorrect wheel bolts can allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wheel bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44BW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 5, 2025. |

## Why this score
- NHTSA do-not-drive warning.
- Safety-critical component (wheels).
- 27 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V835000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-04T18:12:01.520Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.