Volkswagen is recalling more than 271,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the front passenger air bag may not inflate in a crash.

The recall covers certain Atlas SUVs from the 2021 through 2024 model years, and some 2020 through 2024 Atlas Cross Sport SUVs.

VW says wiring under the front passenger seat can develop a fault. If that happens, it could deactivate the sensor that determines if a passenger is on board, disabling the air bag and increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

VW says owners should avoid use of the front passenger seat if possible until the recall repairs have been made.

Dealers will fix the problem at no cost to owners, who are expected to get letters starting in mid-August.

📸: Drew Angerer/Getty Images

Volkswagen is recalling more than 271,000 SUVs in the U.S. because the front passenger air bag may not inflate in a crash.
The recall covers certain Atlas SUVs from the 2021 through 2024 model years, and some 2020 through 2024 Atlas Cross Sport SUVs.
VW says wiring under the front passenger seat can develop a fault. If that happens, it could deactivate the sensor that determines if a passenger is on board, disabling the air bag and increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
VW says owners should avoid use of the front passenger seat if possible until the recall repairs have been made.
Dealers will fix the problem at no cost to owners, who are expected to get letters starting in mid-August.
📸: Drew Angerer/Getty Images

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