Complaints
143
per 10K Sold
24.3
US Sales
58,890
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2023 Volkswagen Taos Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#138 complaints
Engine Problems
Avg mileage:11,000 mi
#228 complaints
Brakes
#318 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:11,000 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Volkswagen Taos.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 38 | — | — | 11,000 mi | |
| Brakes | 28 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 18 | — | — | 11,000 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 9 | — | — | 8,792 mi | |
| Fuel System | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine Problems
38
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
11,000
Brakes
28
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
18
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
11,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
8,792
Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Assist
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2023 Volkswagen Taos — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Volkswagen Taos reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2023 Volkswagen Taos has 143 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 38 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Volkswagen Taos?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (38 complaints, avg 11,000 mi); Brakes (28 complaints); Electrical Faults (18 complaints, avg 11,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Volkswagen Taos?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 10,694 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Volkswagen Taos?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Volkswagen Taos include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2023 Volkswagen Taos have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2023 Volkswagen Taos as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2023 Volkswagen Taos?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Volkswagen Taos reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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