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Volkswagen Taos problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Taos from 2022 to 2026: 497 owner complaints and 9 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (319), 2023 (109), 2024 (55). Best fuel economy: 31 mpg combined (2026).

Volkswagen Taos
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine200
Brakes113
Electrical99
Fuel & propulsion74
Other / unknown72
Transmission & drivetrain69
Speed control / throttle32
Forward collision avoidance27

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2022631931
2023010931
202405531
202521131
20261331

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Volkswagen Taos?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (319), 2023 (109), 2024 (55).

How many recalls has the Volkswagen Taos had?

Across 2022–2026, NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).