2023 Volkswagen TAOS
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Volkswagen TAOS is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 29 on record.
2023 Volkswagen TAOS at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2023 Volkswagen TAOS recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2023 Volkswagen TAOS.
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.
2023 Volkswagen TAOS common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 109 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2023 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 2023 Volkswagen Taos SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2023 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 2023 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 2023 Volkswagen TAOS — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 330
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 330.
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 2026This OTA update provides improvements to connectivity stability and OCU module diagnostics, which will reduce OCU module replacements due to false DTC detection. This software update is also a prerequisite for future updates.
Bulletin Email 91OL · Sep 2026This OTA update provides improvements to connectivity stability and OCU module diagnostics, which will reduce OCU module replacements due to false DTC detection. This software update is also a prerequisite for future updates.
Bulletin Bulletin 91OL · Sep 2026This OTA update provides improvements to connectivity stability and OCU module diagnostics, which will reduce OCU module replacements due to false DTC detection. This software update is also a prerequisite for future updates.
Bulletin Dealer 91OL · Sep 2026Brake rotor resurfacing
Bulletin V4619022015173_35 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026Repair or Replace Information
Bulletin V4622022067177_5 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TAOS FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
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.
2023 Volkswagen TAOS vehicles on record
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVSX7B29PM380802
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVSX7B24RM037673
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVUX7B2XRM020384
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VV4X7B2XPM365766
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVEX7B24RM025701
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVDX7B20PM382463
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVSX7B27PM374058
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B20RM012628
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVEX7B27PM368578
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVUX7B21RM020435
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B26PM351990
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VV5X7B20RM005087
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VV4X7B23PM360604
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B27PM369365
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVEX7B24RM001107
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVSX7B22PM336625
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVDX7B20PM339094
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVSX7B29PM336492
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVVX7B26RM022153
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B22PM351971
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B2XPM380456
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B27PM342800
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VVCX7B29PM365558
2023 Volkswagen TAOS3VV2X7B26PM335932