2023 Honda CR-V vs 2023 Volkswagen Atlas
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2023 Honda CR-V | 2023 Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 507 | 122 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 78 | 332 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–40 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 9,350 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda CR-V | Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 320 | 2 |
| Engine | 21 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 28 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 38 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 15 |
| Lane Departure | 31 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 30 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 23 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2023 Honda CR-V
2023 Volkswagen Atlas
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.