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2022 Volkswagen Taos

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
327
+6 complaints in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
6
Latest Mar 29, 2023
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
6
1 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 327 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2022 Volkswagen Taos, most frequently naming the engine, fuel system and electrical categories. 6 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 501 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

6 campaigns cover this model year

View all 6

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
23V214000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Mar 29, 2023
15,874 units potentially affected
The defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 TAOS vehicles. The fuel delivery pump may break, which could cause a sudden engine stall.
The risk: A sudden engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DV.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.Manufacturer number 20DVView on NHTSA.gov
22V687000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Sep 14, 2022
2 units potentially affected
The defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 TAOS vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive. The engine control unit (ECU) software may cause a stall when coming to a stop.
The risk: An engine that stalls may increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24iL.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.Manufacturer number 24iLView on NHTSA.gov
22V514000

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

Jul 20, 2022
43,091 units potentially affected
The defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.Manufacturer number 91DVView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

View all 327
Driver assistanceElectrical
Filed Nov 10, 2026

Volkswagen pushed an unassisted update to my car that physically damaged my hardware. Now I have no functioning backup camera for safety, screen for navigation, compass, safety alerts, or functional entertainment hands free communications for safety.

NHTSA ID
11777130
Incident
Jul 31, 2026
Body & structureElectrical
Filed Nov 6, 2026

1. In October 2026 with approximately 73,000 miles and 52 months of owning the vehicle the head unit/infotainment center failed. It was black when the vehicle was started and has not worked since. With the failure of this unit safety items like backup camera, hands-free phone and navigation are unavailable. This system also controls numerous functions in the vehicle such as setting the clock, the radio, status of vehicle maintenance, etc. The vehicle has been inspected at the dealership and It is a known issue by the manufacturer with the part being on national backorder, indefinitely and currently not covered under any warranty or recall notice. Repair estimate exceeds $2000. 2. At 28 months the paint peeling became evident. At 38 months paint started peeling in large sections on the hood and above the windshield. This was at about 48,000 miles.

NHTSA ID
11776305
Incident
Oct 20, 2026
Filed Nov 1, 2026

Paint is delaminating

NHTSA ID
11774969
Incident
Nov 1, 2026
ElectricalEngineFuel system
Filed Oct 29, 2026

Fuel is running through the car faster then normal emergency break went off 10x when nothing was in the way or in front of me reported to dealer said nothing was wrong screen and electrical turns off when driving and all lights go off in dash then come back on after 2min dealer said nothing was wrong. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID
11774340
Incident
Jul 18, 2024
AirbagsBrakesElectrical
Filed Oct 22, 2026
Crash reported

the brake hubs started smoking and got hot. 9/13/26 I was rear ended but no warning was initiated or airbag. now I have no brake pads and was unable to stop. I had an oil change due 30thousand miles but Affenburg in Shilo IL turned me away. I'm not happy with the maintenance people for not helping this last year. I was not informed of my last recall or brake extension. this is a new car 2022 I expect better safety reminders and connection from Volkswagen. The bad brake system doesn't work. I do love my Taos as I feel it was made for me but the company is bad about honoring warranty issues.

NHTSA ID
11773049
Incident
Sep 13, 2026
ElectricalFuel systemSuspension
Filed Oct 20, 2026

Head gasket was replaced due to no cap and causing fuel and engine issues. Multiple electrical issues where cat states multiple warnings.on dash turns.on and off by itself. Battery low voltage on dash have had it to dealer more then 3x and they say everything is fine. Suspenshion rear and front gave been given issues was told after bringing to my dealer that both where broken and they couldn't tell me why when there is no collision or anything that could have caused it. Front sensor has falsely detected objects and has thrown .e into emergency park while driving on many accasions and also was told they couldn't identify why

NHTSA ID
11772472
Incident
Jan 6, 2025
Engine
Filed Oct 12, 2026

Loss of coolant from a known problematic head gasket issue. Car has only 38,000 miles on it Car can overheat Yes Volkswagen dealership know about this issue Yes it has been inspected and Yes it flashed the low coolant icon

NHTSA ID
11770647
Incident
Oct 2, 2026
Body & structure
Filed Oct 9, 2026

2022 TAOS - Without warning, impact, or external influence, the factory exterior paint on the roof panel completely lost adhesion and delaminated from the factory primer layer. The peeling area measures approximately 4x9 inches (roughly 10 inches diagonally) with jagged, rough edges, located directly in front of the panoramic sunroof assembly. The rough edges indicate an ongoing materials failure where the color topcoat is continuing to lift and separate cleanly from the e-coat, leaving the underlying primer layer completely intact. This layout proves zero stone chips, collision damage, or environmental exposure caused the failure. The loss of topcoat integrity compromises the structural body panels, exposing the roof to rapid rust degradation. The local dealership (Dublin Volkswagen in California) has documented the vehicle under multi-point inspection history (Invoice WCS169791) showing no structural damage to the area. Volkswagen Customer CARE has opened active corporate Case #07781838 regarding this systemic defect. STATUS: PENDING RETURN CALL FROM SERVICE MANAGER.

NHTSA ID
11770183
Incident
Oct 5, 2026

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

V1718032037201_21

ENGINE

Checking engine oil level.

V0017132033846_27

ENGINE

Prevent Sporatic Misfire Faults.

V0118122014603_22

ENGINE

Reprogramming Control Module process

V9422012066639_7

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Condensation

V9419012011521_22

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses

Bulletin 91UB 20261026

This OTA update addresses a potential issue with special characters being broadcast over HD radio.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Volkswagen Taos by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027000—
2026410—
2025142059.7
2024560039.2
20231100040.1
2022Viewing3276053.9
2021000—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.