Close to average
The 2022 Atlas has about 350 complaints per 100,000 sold. Coolant leaks, grinding brakes and infotainment resets lead.
Updated November 2026 · based on 186 owner complaints and 7 recalls
347 29% below the Atlas average
7 free to fix at a dealer
Every Atlas year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Top problems and what they cost
Coolant leak
Coolant loss and warning lights.
Fix: Water pump or hose $400 to $1,200
Engine
Recalls
A delayed air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury.
Long fuel injectors with missing filters may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Loose bolts may fall out, causing the remaining bolts to break, which could lead to separation of the trailer hitch and trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Unsecured bolts may cause the trailing arm to fracture, resulting in a sudden loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
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A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2022 Volkswagen Atlas
- Check the coolant level.Coolant keeps the engine from overheating. A dropping level, drips, white smoke or residue can mean leaks or a failing head gasket, which can ruin the engine.50 of the 186 owner complaints about the 2022 Atlas involve the engine and cooling system (27%).
- Listen for brake grinding.Brakes should stop the car straight and quietly. Grinding, pulling or surging means worn parts or a fault in the brake system.47 of the 186 owner complaints about the 2022 Atlas involve the brakes (25%).
Questions
Is the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas reliable?
Close to average. The 2022 Atlas has about 350 complaints per 100,000 sold. Coolant leaks, grinding brakes and infotainment resets lead.
How many recalls does the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas have?
7 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2022 Volkswagen Atlas problems?
Coolant leak.
Crash rating shown for the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas SUV AWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.