[amalanrajan]

I keep hearing a noise (as if something is loose) from the front left side (underneath) of my Atlas. More noisy while moving over humps. I also hear a screeching noise while driving over humps and I guess that's from the shock absorber. What could be the reason? I'm yet to visit the dealer.

 

[Simeon]

Don't know for certain if this is your problem, but others have found there to be issues with the front struts. Upon taking their vehicle back to the dealer, they found a defective assembly and had it replaced. Most found the noise to disappear after this repair, so I would schedule a time to have it looked at. You can have a look at similar reports of this issue from other threads. https://www.vwatlasforum.com/forum/170-volkswagen-atlas-complaints-issues-problems/1890-2018-atlas-front-strut-problem.html https://www.vwatlasforum.com/forum/170-volkswagen-atlas-complaints-issues-problems/1826-driver-side-rattle-noises.html

 

[northstar]

Common issue but fortunately it seems owner experiencing it are not having problems getting it resolved at their local dealer.
Still unfortunate because we're likely to see a drop in resale value.

 

[Titanus]

Any update on this and whether or not your dealer was able to identify the problem? Seems like the suspension in the Atlas is a weak point, probably due to the fact that many of its components have been outsourced to other companies.

 

[Jimcollins128]

I know this topic is a little old but I am experiencing this on my 2019 Atlas. Does anyone know what the exact problem is? Just curious what the problem is. Thanks in advance

 

[Rocko85]

I keep hearing a noise in the front lower engine that sounds like a loud loose fan belt When I accelerate. Has gotten louder these past few months. Dealer claimed it's normal. Went to 2 different dealers. At the end of the acceleration, a scrapping wining down noise sets in......?????