2022 Volkswagen Taos engine problems

Related recalls

• Recall 22V687000Sep 14, 20222 vehicles
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

  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.

  Risk: An engine that stalls may increase the risk of a crash.

  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.

• Recall 21V615000Aug 6, 20215,092 vehicles
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

  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.

  Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 5, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24HH.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 7, 2026UTEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   On [XXX], while driving through [XXX] in high-speed highway traffic, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of throttle response and engine power. The instrument cluster displayed a solid Check Engine light alongside an Electronic Power Control (EPC) warning light and assist system failure notifications. The complete loss of acceleration forced the driver to coast across active highway lanes onto a dangerous shoulder, creating an immediate and severe collision…

   NHTSA complaint #11769752 · source
2. Filed Sep 22, 2026COEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   A recurring fuel-odor and drivability problem began while the vehicle was under manufacturer warranty and was never permanently resolved. In September 2022, a Volkswagen dealer documented code P2421 for an EVAP system vent valve stuck open and performed a software update. In June 2024, another Volkswagen dealer documented a strong fuel smell intermittently entering the passenger compartment but found no leak and made no repair. In April 2025, the vehicle was reported to…

   NHTSA complaint #11766229 · source
3. Filed Sep 16, 2026MIEngine

   This vehicle has a known manufacturer defect of the head gasket, causing coolant to leak out, and possible engine overheating. This issue was announced in a service bulletin by Volkswagen in 2023 but a recall was not issued. I did not find out about this until after my warranty expired, and the dealership recommended a $5,000 replacement.

   NHTSA complaint #11764661 · source
4. Filed Sep 14, 2026PAElectrical SystemEngine

   I bought my 2022 VW Taos with only 16,000 miles and one previous owner. In 2023. In 2025 with only 42,000 miles the head gaskets were leaking and needed replaced. This was a COMMON issue that somehow isn’t a recall? Yet 90% of complaints on this list, including mine are for this exact reason. It was under warranty and was fixed, however in 2026 with only 68,000 miles my ECP, ABS, check engine light, and emergency transmission light all are on. My car is currently stuck in…

   NHTSA complaint #11764104 · source
5. Filed Aug 30, 2026MOEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   My 2022 Toas AWD stalls while driving at speed, mimicking the failing fuel pump recall #23V-214 but the VIN is not included on the recall list.

   NHTSA complaint #11760725 · source
6. Filed Aug 22, 2026AZEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   On July 30, 2026, while driving my 2022 Volkswagen Taos out of my apartment parking lot, the EPC and check engine lights illuminated. The vehicle shook, lagged, stalled, and could not accelerate normally. I parked and turned it off. An authorized Volkswagen dealer diagnosed a faulty spark plug. On August 12, the same failure recurred. The EPC and check engine lights illuminated, the vehicle shook, and it again lost acceleration. The dealer attributed the misfire to poor fuel…

   NHTSA complaint #11758707 · source
7. Filed Aug 10, 2026SCEngine

   Per VW TSB 15-23-01, Volkswagen explicitly admits that the original engine production head gasket design is defective. A leaking head gasket can cause sudden engine overheating, power loss, or catastrophic engine failure while driving. This seems like a major , dangerous issue that should be covered under a recall

   NHTSA complaint #11755980 · source
8. Filed Jul 14, 2026CAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   On 7/9/2026, my 2022 VW Taos was brought to the dealer for being severely underpowered, check engine lights on, and a strong raw fuel smell inside the vehicle. On 7/10/2026, the dealer stated the vehicle was ready, claiming they replaced a turbo charge pipe O-ring. The service advisor verbally stated the vehicle had been successfully test-driven for 5 miles on streets and the highway. However, official paperwork only stated "cleared faults verified no leaks in system,…

   NHTSA complaint #11750349 · source
9. Filed Jul 9, 2026GAEngine

   While driving at highway speeds, the a low coolant caution light came on. We immediately pulled over before the engine overheated and added coolant and brought the vehicle in for repairs. This Taos currently has 43,000 miles and needs its head gasket replaced for the SECOND time. The first head gasket was replaced on 12/23 with 16,000 miles under a technical bulletin by VW. This is a know issue for this vehicle. With a head gasket failure, this can lead to engine overheating…

   NHTSA complaint #11749254 · source
10. Filed Jun 28, 2026OREngine

    The engine coolant is leaking and the cylinder head gasket is leaking at the back of the engine. This requires full replacement. This is a known issue with Technical Service Bulletin 15-23-01 from Volkswagen back in 2023, and both VW and our Dealership are refusing to cover the costs of replacement.

    NHTSA complaint #11747011 · source
11. Filed Jun 23, 202625,000 miMAEngine

    The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V687000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact associated the failure with the recall. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights and the EPC and engine temperature warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the dealer was contacted but was unable to…

    NHTSA complaint #11746041 · source
12. Filed Jun 13, 2026VAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The systems failing are electrical, engine, and fuel/propulsion systems. VW TAOS 2022 purchased Sept. 2023. Two weeks after purchasing the vehicle, I'm driving down the street and the vehicle began to lose power and start slowing down. It eventually cut off. About a week later, I experienced the same issue. I called the dealer and they had me to bring my car in. I was told that they couldn't find the problem, but that the car was misfiring. They "repaired" and returned it to…

    NHTSA complaint #11743911 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology