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2024 Volkswagen Taos: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2024 Volkswagen Taos: 0 recalls, 55 owner complaints and up to 31 mpg combined.

0vehicle recalls
55owner complaints
1mention a crash
31best combined mpg
2024 Volkswagen Taos
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Brakes17
Other / unknown15
Electrical10
Engine9
Fuel & propulsion6
Forward collision avoidance4
Speed control / throttle4
Transmission & drivetrain3

What owners describe

The 2024 Volkswagen Taos has 55 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 5 Taos model years for complaints (well below the 99 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (24 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 3,989 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (109 complaints, 0 recalls), 2025 (11 complaints, 2 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
1.5 L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)Front-Wheel Drive283631Regular

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FAQ

Does the 2024 Volkswagen Taos have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2024 Volkswagen Taos. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2024 Volkswagen Taos problems?

Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (17), other / unknown (15), electrical (10).

What gas mileage does the 2024 Volkswagen Taos get?

EPA ratings run up to 31 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2024 Volkswagen Taos repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other Taos years

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