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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1V2BR2CA6MC••••••2021 Volkswagen ATLAS
This build draws 2.4× more complaints than the average 2021 Volkswagen ATLAS build (6 vs 3).
6on this build
472on the model
186builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedService Brakes 2Electrical System 2Air Bags 1Forward Collision Avoidance 1
What owners of this build wrote
StructureMay 2026
I was casually checking my fluid levels when I opened the hood and there was a loud pop upon pulling the hood release lever. Numerous complaints online led me to believe that this was the hood release cable coming undone which now means I have no access to my battery and all…
Power TrainFeb 2026
Up until failure, car showed no signs of a problem and was properly maintained. While driving under normal highway conditions one of the transmission lines blew which resulted in the vehicle breaking down and requiring a tow to the closest dealer who determined new transmission…
Electrical SystemNov 2022
While driving in a city, the emergency parking brake would switch on everytime i slowed down or came to a stop. Multiple other warnings happened such as lane assistance unavailable. And one of my windows would roll down part way
SeatsMar 2022
I am reporting a design defect in the VW Atlas second row bench. There is no sensor or warning for the driver when the bench seat is not secure. When the car came to a stop from a low speed, the bench fell forward with enough force to fracture my child's leg who was sitting…
Service BrakesFeb 2022
No notice engagement of E-Brake at stops and twice at speeds between 3-5 mph while accelerating
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1V2BR2CA6MC511908 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.