2026 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
1 recalls, 2 complaints - 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
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 8, 2026
On XXX, a 2026 Volkswagen Taos SEL AWD with approximately 8,931 miles experienced a sudden failure of the front panoramic sunroof glass while traveling at highway speed on [XXX] in [XXX]. The vehicle was purchased new in January 2026. Shortly before the incident, the vehicle displayed a front-assis... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 27, 2026
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
The grill deflector near the hood flew off on the highway … took it to the dealership and they only have a recall for the Chrome 22 gmc sierra grill deflector for the same issue but not the elevation black ..no Warning lamps or lights it flew out of know where no warranty to cover it
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2026 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
2026 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS SUV N/A 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, 2026 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 | $2,150 |
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.
VOLKSWAGEN TAOS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN TAOS across all model years (2022, 2026).
9
Total Recalls
778
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
33
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths