2022 Volkswagen Taos engine problems
This is a safety-related system. If you notice symptoms, stop driving and have it inspected.
Related recalls
- 22V687000 · 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.…
- 21V615000 · 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.…
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Confirm by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“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 complaint · filed 10/29/2026
“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 complaint · filed 10/12/2026
“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 risk. This sudden loss-o…”
NHTSA complaint · filed 10/07/2026
“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 sputter when accelerating…”
NHTSA complaint · filed 09/22/2026
“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 · filed 09/16/2026
“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 2nd gear as a precautio…”
NHTSA complaint · filed 09/14/2026
“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 · filed 08/30/2026
“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 caused by Arizona m…”
NHTSA complaint · filed 08/22/2026
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- How common are 2022 Volkswagen Taos engine problems?
- 147 owners reported engine issues to NHTSA for the 2022 Volkswagen Taos. Counts scale with how many were sold.
- Is there a recall for 2022 Volkswagen Taos engine problems?
- Yes — campaign 22V687000, campaign 21V615000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; confirm by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.