Volkswagen Taos recalls and problems
8 recalls and 511 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
8
Complaints
511
Crashes reported
11
Fires reported
0
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Volkswagen Taos by year
Most reported Volkswagen Taos problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 202 | |
| Service Brakes | 114 | |
| Electrical System | 104 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 76 | |
| Unknown or Other | 74 | |
| Power Train | 69 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 33 | |
| Structure | 13 | |
| Air Bags | 11 |
All Volkswagen Taos recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-258 | Apr 22, 2026 | 2025–2026 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 26V-185 | Mar 25, 2026 | 2025 | Electrical System | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 23V-214 | Mar 29, 2023 | 2022 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 22V-687 | Sep 14, 2022 | 2022 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 22V-514 | Jul 20, 2022 | 2022 | Equipment, Back Over Prevention | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 22V-176 | Mar 23, 2022 | 2022 | Suspension | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 21V-651 | Aug 20, 2021 | 2022 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 21V-615 | Aug 6, 2021 | 2022 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Volkswagen Taos?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2022 Volkswagen Taos has the most reports (327). Check the 2022 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Taos have?
NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering Volkswagen Taos model years 2022, 2025–2026.
What are the most common Volkswagen Taos problems?
Owners report engine, service brakes, electrical system problems most often.