2022 Volkswagen TAOS
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2022 Volkswagen TAOS is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 58 on record.
2022 Volkswagen TAOS at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2022 Volkswagen TAOS recalls 6
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 TAOS vehicles. The fuel delivery pump may break, which could cause a sudden engine stall.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DV.
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.
Fix: 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.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Golf GTI, Jetta GLI, Jetta NF, Arteon FL, Tiguan LWB, 2022 Taos, Jetta PA, Tiguan PA, 2021-2022 Atlas Cross Sport, and Atlas FL vehicles. The manufacturing process of the eMMC memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor…
Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DV.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Tiguan, Taos, and 2021 Tiguan long wheel base (LWB) vehicles. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. The left or right rear suspension knuckles may corrode, crack, and break.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both rear suspension knuckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 13, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42L8.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Taos vehicles. The underhood fuel supply quick-connector may detach from the fuel supply line causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the fuel supply line and connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DB.
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.
Fix: 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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2022 Volkswagen TAOS common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 318 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2022 Volkswagen TAOS safety ratings
Rollover risk: 14.7% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2022 Volkswagen Taos SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2022 Volkswagen TAOS MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2022 Volkswagen TAOS costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2022 Volkswagen TAOS — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 490
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 490.
Update ECM Control Module Programming
Bulletin V0126032083018_2 · Engine · Sep 2026Heat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation.
Bulletin TT 96 26 01 · Lane Departure · Sep 2026Suggested fuel additive
Bulletin V0116152014815_20 · Engine · Sep 2026Remove Key FOB battery for 20 seconds to restore proper operation.
Bulletin TT 57 23 01 · Sep 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 39-2026 · Sep 2026Repair or Replace Information
Bulletin V4622022067177_5 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026Update Programming of the Engine/Motor Control Module -J623-
Bulletin V0126032083018_1 · Engine · Aug 2026This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: Part number 3Q0-959-435N software version number 1307 has incorrect coding.
Bulletin VOS-26-47 · Electrical System · Aug 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 04-2026 · Power Train · Aug 2026Warranty Alignment Worksheet
Bulletin V4418012043620_10 · Steering · Aug 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TAOS FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 7
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2022 Volkswagen TAOS. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Airbag
Issue: On certain vehicles, the owner's manual incorrectly describes the function of the passenger airbag indicator light. Safety Risk: This error does not affect the safety or function of the airbag. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. The company has made changes to ensure that all new vehicles have owner manuals that correctly describe the function of the passenger air…
Transport Canada #2024485 · May 2024Fuel System
Issue: On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module inside the fuel tank may fail. If this happens while driving, there could be a sudden loss of engine power. Note: This problem could cause the check engine and/or the EPC warning light(s) to turn on. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owner…
Transport Canada #2023185 · Mar 2023Engine
Issue: On a small number of models with 4Motion all-wheel drive, a software problem in the engine control unit (ECU) could cause the engine to stall when coming to a stop. Note: This is an expansion of recall 24HH (Transport Canada Recall 2021-496). Safety Risk: A loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail…
Transport Canada #2022517 · Sep 2022Visual System
Issue: Under certain conditions, the rearview camera image may not appear on the center screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a cras…
Transport Canada #2022382 · Jul 2022Suspension
Issue: On certain vehicles, the rear suspension knuckles could crack and/or break. A rear knuckle that breaks while driving could cause a sudden loss of vehicle stability. Safety Risk: A loss of vehicle stability could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if…
Transport Canada #2022132 · Mar 2022Fuel System
Issue: On certain vehicles, a quick connector for the fuel line in the engine compartment may not be secure. As a result, the connector could detach and cause a fuel leak. This could cause the engine to stall while driving. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel leak can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Action: V…
Transport Canada #2021523 · Aug 2021Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Volkswagen TAOS
The Volkswagen Taos is a compact crossover SUV marketed by Volkswagen. It was first released in October 2018 as the Volkswagen Tharu in China, while the Taos was released in October 2020 as a restyled version of the Tharu for the North American, South American, and Russian markets. As of 2025, for the South American and Chinese markets the vehicle is positioned between the T-Cross and the Tiguan in Volkswagen's crossover SUV lineup. It is not marketed in core European market.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2022 Volkswagen TAOS vehicles on record
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVYX7B24NM077935
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVYX7B2XNM073226
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVDX7B26PM329962
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVRX7B28NM063198
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVLX7B25NM058143
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B21NM075294
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVLX7B24NM071899
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVYX7B22PM318510
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVRX7B28NM088294
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVTX7B24NM069568
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVFX7B29PM317412
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVWX7B21NM069153
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VV1X7B29NM011933
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVJX7B21NM059720
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVDX7B24NM059191
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVNX7B24PM309133
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVSX7B25NM072586
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B24PM301671
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVLX7B24NM091585
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B29NM078296
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVSX7B29NM081744
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVDX7B28NM057413
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVRX7B21NM089402
2022 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B2XNM097181