2022 Volkswagen Taos · symptom sheet
Engine overheats or leaks coolant
- 73owner reports
- 25,000median miles
- 0involved a crash
Newest report Aug 10, 2026 · checked Sep 19, 2026
149 of the 312 complaints on this car are about the engine. 73 of those describe overheating, which makes it the most reported problem on the 2022 Taos.
Narrower sheets: Head gasket fails or coolant leaks into the engine (58 reports)
Tick what matches of 73 reports
What got replaced
Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the head gasket (58 reports), the coolant hose or reservoir (10 reports) and the radiator (3 reports).
Recalls and investigations
2 recalls on the engine cover the 2022 model year. A recall on the same system isn't always the same failure, so read the defect text.
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.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: 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 2022 Taos vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive. The engine control unit (ECU) software may cause a stall when coming to a stop.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: 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.
When it happens
The middle half of failures fell between 18,000 and 43,000 miles, from the 29 reports that gave a mileage.
What owners wrote
“Head gasket failure at 42,000 miles. Transmission leak from filter and pan. VW dealership diagnosed.”
Filed Apr 22, 2026 · 42,000 miles
“2022 VW Taos 18k miles leaking coolant - coolant light is coming on 1x per month with minimal driving and mild conditions. I have had it diagnosed 3x at the dealership and they find âno leaksâ and their directive is keep an eye on the reservoir. VW forums are full of similar stories where the head gasket needs to be replaced.”
Filed Aug 23, 2024 · 18,000 miles
“Constantly having to add coolant. Dealer denies issue and says itâs normal. 2022 with 20,000 miles.”
Filed Jun 19, 2024 · 20,000 miles
“Head Gasket failure on a 2022 Taos. Multiple vehicles with this issue at the dealership with no part ETA. Car has been at the dealership for 2 months. No ETA on part.”
Filed Sep 15, 2023
Should you keep driving it?
This page can't tell you that. 0 of 73 reports involved a crash. Owners who file are the ones who had a bad experience, and nobody checks their reports. If the problem affects steering, braking, power or a fire risk, treat it as a safety fault and have it inspected before a long or high-speed drive.
File your own report with NHTSA. Complaint counts are how a problem gets an investigation.
Other problems on this car
- Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 63 reports
- Engine stalls or loses power while driving 54 reports
- Check engine light or misfire 54 reports
- Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 25 reports