2025 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
2 recalls, 22 complaints - 1 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating
26V258000 Apr 22, 2026
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:PRESSURE SENSOR
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Taos vehicles. In the event of a rear-end crash, the fuel pressure sensor may dislodge or separate from the fuel tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard n... Read more
Consequence
A fuel tank with a dislodged or separated fuel pressure sensor can leak fuel after a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fuel pressure sensor wiring harness extension, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97TH. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in ... Read more
26V185000 Mar 25, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Jetta and Taos vehicles. The instrument panel may fail to display warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays... Read more
Consequence
An instrument panel that does not display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel software and replace the instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90Z5. Vehicle Identification ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
22 total complaints
7 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 30, 2026
Incident date: Aug 9, 2025
THERE IS DELAMINATION HAPPENING ON THE HOOD AND ROOF OF MY CAR AND IS PUTTING THE INTEGRITY OF THE CAR AT RISK WITH BARE METAL BEING EXPOSED TO THE ELEMENTS THUS CAUSING RUST AND BREAK DOWN OF THE STRUCTURE OF THE VEHICLE.
POWER TRAIN
Jun 30, 2026
Incident date: Aug 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V402000 (Power Train). The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at speeds over 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. While the transmission was shifting gear, there was an ab... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 30, 2026
Incident date: Aug 9, 2025
Honda pilot would not restart after auto ideal engine stop. This issue caused all the warnings lights to come on with blinking engine light! Honda dealer was not able to resolve the issue and ended up paying $1500 even though it was a part of their service bulletin 23-009.
STEERING
Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: Jun 29, 2026
I was driving down a city street near my home and put my Tesla Model Y in Full Self Driving and looked down for 1-2 seconds to retrieve something from my center console and the warning notifications started going off and before I had any time to react, the car drove into a parked car at approximatel... Read more
Crash
2 injured
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
I rented this car from Enterprise. When I pulled out of the rental car facility, the car lurched forward. I applied the brakes. The car slowed down but did not stop and I rolled out into the street to the right. Enterprise is on the top of the hill and Pacific Coast Highway is at the bottom. The tro... Read more
Crash
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
I rented this car from Enterprise. When I pulled out of the rental car facility, the car lurched forward. I applied the brakes. The car slowed down but did not stop and I rolled out into the street to the right. Enterprise is on the top of the hill and Pacific Coast Highway is at the bottom. The tro... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
May 29, 2026
Incident date: Mar 17, 2026
I rented this car from Enterprise. When I pulled out of the rental car facility, the car lurched forward. I applied the brakes. The car slowed down but did not stop and I rolled out into the street to the right. Enterprise is on the top of the hill and Pacific Coast Highway is at the bottom. The tro... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Apr 26, 2026
I was driving along, truck was in about 5 gear and then suddenly dropped into 1st gear. And sometimes you start out and truck will not change from 1st gear to second. You have to stop and turn off motor to get it to drive correctly!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Apr 26, 2026
Shortly after purchase, I observed damaged/torn underhood insulation and reported the condition to the selling dealership, with concern that the vehicle should be inspected for related issues. Prior to a crash incident, I experienced concerns involving braking-related behavior and advanced driver as... Read more
Crash
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Apr 26, 2026
Shortly after purchase, I observed damaged/torn underhood insulation and reported the condition to the selling dealership, with concern that the vehicle should be inspected for related issues. Prior to a crash incident, I experienced concerns involving braking-related behavior and advanced driver as... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Mar 23, 2026
Incident date: Mar 7, 2026
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The transmission malfunctioned when I shifted from reverse to drive. It took extra effort to put it into drive from reverse, and when it finally shifted/clunked into place it made a loud sound, literal... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 23, 2026
Incident date: Mar 7, 2026
First my Roof rack trim flew away on the freeway, Now my mirror cover flew away on the freeway as well hitting a car begin me ....
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 23, 2026
Incident date: Mar 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the DEF tank failed. The vehicle went into three phases of LIMP Mode and the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated while driving. The DEF system service message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local deal... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Mar 22, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
6-month-old truck, a seat belt anchor (the connector + bolt) came loose under normal use. That component is part of the vehicle’s restraint system and is designed to stay secure for the life of the vehicle.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 22, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
The suspected failure involves the front axle/CV (constant velocity) joint assembly, part of the drivetrain system that transfers power from the motor to the wheels while allowing steering movement. The vehicle produces a repetitive clicking/clunking noise during turns, particularly under light acce... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 22, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
**Timeline Summary – Vehicle Safety Recall Case** **Owner:**XX **Vehicle:** 2022 Nissan Rogue (VIN: [XXX] ) **Dealer:** Pine Belt Nissan of Keyport **Recall:** NHTSA 25V-437 (engine bearing defect) **August 2025:** Owner received recall notice describing a potential engine bearing defect that c... Read more
SUSPENSION
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2025
On 2-23-2026, while traveling at highway speeds on the freeway, the front upper and lower A-arms (control arms) suffered a complete structural failure. This caused an immediate loss of steering control, forcing the vehicle off the road. By sheer luck and reactive maneuvering, I was able to avoid a m... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2025
Vehicle has a 10-speed electronic controlled transmission that has been identified having issues in other models. The vehicle is experiencing jerking, hard shifting, and shifting delays. I want my model of vehicle to be included in the recall. Recently had the engine replaced due to another recall.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Sep 10, 2025
The 2026 Tesla model Y was driving in FSD (Supervised) mode in the Home Depot Colma, California parking lot, located at [XXX] on [XXX] at [XXX]. It stopped to let a black pickup truck in front of it pull about 3/4 of the way into a parking place on the right side. After waiting several seconds, it ... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Feb 19, 2026
Incident date: Feb 9, 2026
My 2020 Ram 1500 equipped with the 5.7L HEMI eTorque system has experienced repeated failures of the charging system due to the belt starter generator (BSG) / 48-volt hybrid system. The vehicle has shut off unexpectedly while driving in traffic, resulting in sudden loss of engine power and loss of ... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 28, 2026
Incident date: Jan 16, 2026
My L86 Engine had 250,000 plus miles and the engine went out. So we decided to rebuild the engine due to the truck being paid off and the cost of a new engine is much cheaper than a new truck. After the first rebuild the engine last around 10K miles. We pulled the engine back apart to find out th... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 28, 2026
Incident date: Jan 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that during a routine oil change at the local dealer, the contact informed the dealer that while in the park or shifting to park, the engine was shutting off unexpectedly. The message to “Shift to Park” was displayed and the vehicle was... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
2025 Volkswagen Taos SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 14.7% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2025 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (S8) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 28.0 | 36.0 | 31.0 | Regular | $2,000 |
CO2 Emissions: 287.0 g/mile (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2025 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
V691901201047916
Jan 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
VOLKSWAGEN TAOS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN TAOS across all model years (2022, 2026).
9
Total Recalls
758
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
36
Reported Crashes
9
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths