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2023 Volkswagen Taos Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 110 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Volkswagen Taos, most often about the engine (40% of complaints). It is the 2nd most complained-about Taos model year since 2000.
Complaints110
Recalls0
Crashes reported2
Fires reported0
Injuries reported1
Most common 2023 Volkswagen Taos problems
Engine
44 complaints · 40%The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The etc (electronic throttle control) warning light illuminated. In addition, the engine revved independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where…
The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion into the head gasket. The head gasket was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. Later…
Brakes
34 complaints · 31%The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated while reversing, the contact depressed the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to stop in a reasonable time. The auto-brake assist engaged, and the vehicle was able to come to a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, no cause for the…
Electrical
25 complaints · 23%The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The etc (electronic throttle control) warning light illuminated. In addition, the engine revved independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where…
Transmission
12 complaints · 11%The contact rented a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in drive with the brake pedal depressed and entering the garage, he released the brake pedal and the vehicle rolled and stalled. Additionally, the vehicle failed to start. The contact had to hold the fob near the wifi button to…
The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion into the head gasket. The head gasket was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. Later…
Fuel system
12 complaints · 11%Driver assistance
11 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, assist, blind spot detection.
Other or unspecified
11 complaints · 10%Speed control
9 complaints · 8%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2023 Volkswagen Taos recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2023 Volkswagen Taos
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volkswagen Taos?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (44 complaints); brakes (34 complaints); electrical (25 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen Taos have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2023 Volkswagen Taos. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2023 a bad year for the Volkswagen Taos?
- It is the 2nd most complained-about Taos model year since 2000, with 110 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.