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2023 Volkswagen Taos Engine Problems

Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2023 Volkswagen Taos has 18 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2023 Volkswagen Taos

Brakes
21
Engine
18
Electrical
17
Other
11
Powertrain
8
Speed Control
5

18

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Engine Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jul 21, 2025ENGINEHead gasket failure, car loses combustion, u safe to drive. Engine light has been on for 5 months so...
Jun 30, 2025ENGINEI took the vehicle in to the VW dealership for service on 06/30/25 and they found that the head gask...
Jun 23, 2025ENGINEhead gasket is leaking - dealer won't acknowlege the problem - coolant leaking into oil- low coolant...
May 19, 2025ENGINEunknown head gasket, went out at 22,000 miles Low coolant light High engine temperatures Overh...
Feb 6, 2025ENGINE3 times in the past year including today, the car has completely turned off while in drive at a red ...
Jan 18, 2025ENGINEHazard warning light came on for low coolant on 1/18/2025. Almost empty of coolant. Bought VW coolan...
Dec 9, 2024ENGINECylinder head gaskets) replaced - Cylinder head serviced/repaired - Timing belt replaced
Nov 19, 2024ENGINEVehicle displayed instances of overheating but was told by dealership it wasn't a big issue and the ...
Aug 4, 2024ENGINEOn August 4th, 2024 Volkswagen Taos coolant reservoir at 17,348 miles was nearly empty. Went to clos...
Jul 17, 2024ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAINThe contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ch...
Jul 16, 2024ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMI was attempting to turn left across on coming traffic, plenty of room safety wise. The engine lagge...
Apr 2, 2024ENGINECoolant leak and head gasket problem after only 20,000 miles. Common issue others have reported.
Dec 20, 2023ENGINEI bought this vehicle in April of 2023, brand new with 300 miles on it. The dealership then sold to ...
Dec 20, 2023ENGINERed central warning light and coolant/temp light came on when leaving home. Blown head gasket at 10,...
Dec 15, 2023ENGINETwo months ago I noticed an issue with my 2023 VW Taos. VW topped off the fluids and told me to stop...
Oct 27, 2023ENGINEEngine cooling system has lost coolant. Very concerned because it is not leaking or evaporating - ha...
Aug 6, 2023ENGINEI had just purchased this car- it was my first day driving it. I drove it from the dealer to my home...
Jun 29, 2023ENGINEVehicle is 6 months old, 4747 miles, stalled going uphill at 10mph. Upon attempted restart, smoke bi...

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