Affected Years: 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. Our law firm is also investigating 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Volkswagen Atlas for the same issues.
These issues seem to arise from defects in the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS).
When purchasing a new car, there are many features and functions to consider. But for most buyers, the one area where they will never compromise is safety. They are willing to spend more for a vehicle with a better safety rating, the latest safety technology, and the most peace of mind. Everyone knows about the amazing advances in vehicle safety and the reduction in injuries in car accidents with airbags.
When you decided to purchase your 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, you certainly took note that the vehicle has a robust safety suite that includes a complete set of airbags. But then you discover that, while driving with a passenger in the seat next to you, the airbag turns off. While it is not an issue that is an immediate emergency, it could become life-altering or even life-threatening at any moment if you are involved in a vehicle accident, and the front passenger air bag has been deactivated for some reason.
As soon as possible, make an appointment to have your car taken to the dealership for evaluation and repair of the front passenger airbag issue. But your frustration and corner only increase as you discover that time after time, you take your 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport back to the dealership for them to repair the airbag issues, yet they are not able to correct it. Soon, you are wondering how long you should keep driving the vehicle, because it could be very hazardous for a passenger if they are involved in an accident.
If you have gotten to the point of constant worry about passenger safety when driving, please know that you can reach out to the Guardian Lemon Law firm to speak to a skilled and experienced Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport lemon law attorney. They will help you understand how the lemon law process works and explain more about a potential Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport airbag deactivation lemon law lawsuit. If our Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport airbag deactivation lawyer determines that your vehicle qualifies, we can sue Volkswagen for selling you a defective Lemon Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
What You Need To Know About The California Lemon Law
In 1971, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act was passed. It required manufacturers to repair products that did not meet the warranty standards provided to consumers. That act is the basis for what is now known as the California Lemon Law. After several iterations, the current standard for a Lemon Law vehicle is that the manufacturer has made a reasonable number of attempts to repair the issue, and the vehicle has been unavailable for use due to the same issue that has not been corrected for a total of 30 days, which are not required to be consecutive.
The California Lemon Law Eligibility Requirements
The focal points of the current Lemon Law are the time that the vehicle has been inoperable or not in service for the owner, and that the manufacturer has been given ample opportunities to repair the issue and has failed to do so. It is also critical that the vehicle be covered under the original manufacturer’s warranty and that the damage or defect was caused by any abuse or misuse of the vehicle. Finally, the defect or issue with the car must impact the vehicle’s safety, use, or value.
At Guardian Lemon Law, we are happy to provide all new clients with a free consultation to meet with a lawyer experienced in Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport airbag deactivation lemon law cases to review the case and help you explore your options. Our only motivation is to assist consumers who have purchased a product that is not living up to the expectations or promises made by the manufacturer. We believe that every vehicle buyer deserves a reliable and safe vehicle in exchange for their hard-earned money, and our team is here to help make that happen with a Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport defective passenger occupant detection system (PODS) lemon lawsuit.
What Is The Time Limit To File A Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Airbag Deactivation Lemon Law Lawsuit?
Thanks to recent changes, the time limit to file your Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport airbag deactivation lemon law lawsuit is very easy to understand. If you want to proceed with a Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport airbag lemon law lawsuit, the case must be filed with the court by the earliest of these two milestone dates:
- Within one year of the expiration of the factory warranty on your Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
- Within six years of the date that you took delivery of the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
So please reach out to Guardian Lemon Law to request your free consultation with a lemon lawyer to sue Volkswagen for airbag deactivation if your vehicle qualifies, and you feel this is the best way to resolve your issues with this car.
The Owner Experience Regarding The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Front Passenger Airbag
The issues with the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport front passenger airbag deactivation focus o the airbag turning off when there is someone sitting in the seat. Typically, when the system is working properly, the airbag is active when there is a person sitting in the seat. For the airbag to be deactivated when the seat is occupied, the airbag must be manually turned off using a button or switch.
In the case of the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport in question, owners reported:
- The dashboard warning light for the airbag was illuminated
- There was an error message on the dash
- The audible warning sound was heard
In addition to these indications of an issue, Volkswagen provided instructions to 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport owners that warned them NOT to allow anyone to sit in the front passenger seat until the vehicle was repaired at a dealership, to prevent an increased risk of serious injury. During those service visits, the technicians at Volkswagen were instructed to replace the sensor mat and wiring harness with new components at no cost to the consumer. Unfortunately, this recall and repair did not remedy all the issues. Owners still found that the airbag warning light on the dashboard remained illuminated, indicating that the replacement parts did not resolve the underlying issue. Owners continued to have concerns about the safety of using the front passenger seat when the manufacturer had originally stated the warning light represented an added safety concern for passengers in that seat. If you are an owner of a 202 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport that continues to have an illuminated airbag warning light, please reach out to Guardian Lemon Law Today for assistance in evaluating the vehicle for a Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport airbag deactivation lemon law lawsuit.
What Is The Outcome Of A Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Airbag Deactivation Lemon Law Lawsuit?
When you discuss filing a lemon law lawsuit against Volkswagen with your Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport lemon law attorney, you will also talk about the two potential outcomes. The first choice is that the manufacturer will replace your vehicle with a like or similar model of equal value. The second choice is what is called a buy-back. In this scenario, the manufacturer purchases the car back from you at the original purchase price, including all fees. However, the manufacturer will often want to charge you a fee per mile that represents the use of the vehicle before the issues were documented and the repair attempts were made.
Getting The Zero-Fee Guarantee At Guardian Lemon Law
When you are ready to hold Volkswagen accountable for selling you a defective 2020 Atlas Cross Sport, please know that the experienced lemon law lawyers at Guardian Lemon Law are here to help. In addition, we never ask for any out of pocket fees to handle your case. From your free consultation to the litigation of the lawsuit, you are not asked to cover any costs. And once the lawsuit is resolved and Volkswagen has met our demands, they will be responsible for paying your legal expenses to litigate your Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport defective passenger occupant detection system (PODS) lemon lawsuit. Finally, if your lemon law layer fails to win the case and get you the solution you need, you owe the firm nothing. Please reach out to our staff today to gain a genuine solution to this unsafe and troublesome issue.
