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2021 Volkswagen Arteon Recalls

Updated May 30, 2026·Ethan Miller2 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon has 6 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

2 High Risks Found — View Now

Total Recalls

6
2 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon

The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon has 6 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon has 2 serious recalls touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon include BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon?

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.

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Data and Methodology

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon have?

There are 6 recall campaigns for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

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Are there safety critical recalls for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon?

There are 2 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

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  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Buyer's Guide

6 total campaigns, 2 marked high risk

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ID: 20V716000

Back Over Prevention

Sensing SystemCamera

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

low
ID: 21V274000

Tires

Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors were incorrectly calibrated and may not detect the position of a wheel sensor after tire rotation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

High Riskcritical
ID: 21V695000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Critical Fasteners

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.

High Riskcritical
ID: 21V695000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.

moderate
ID: 22V514000

Equipment

ElectricalInfotainmentSoftware

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

low
ID: 22V514000

Back Over Prevention

Sensing SystemCamera

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."