Things to consider when insuring one
Driver-assist sensors come standard
They can help avoid crashes, but a windshield or bumper repair often needs the cameras and radar recalibrated, which costs more. Check what your comprehensive and collision deductibles would mean for a glass claim.
Most owner complaints are about the electrical system
5 of 13 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.
2 recalls
- NHTSA 26V258000 · Apr 23, 2026
fuel system, gasoline: delivery: pressure sensor
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Taos vehicles. In the event of a rear-end crash, the fuel pressure sensor may dislodge or separate from the fuel tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
- The risk
- A fuel tank with a dislodged or separated fuel pressure sensor can leak fuel after a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a fuel pressure sensor wiring harness extension, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97TH. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 29, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V185000 · Mar 25, 2026
electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Jetta and Taos vehicles. The instrument panel may fail to display warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
- The risk
- An instrument panel that does not display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will update the instrument panel software and replace the instrument panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90Z5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 22, 2026.
Crash test ratings
2025 Volkswagen Taos SUV AWD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 15%
2025 Volkswagen Taos SUV FWD
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 17%
What owners report
13 complaints to NHTSA, 2 involving a crash.
- Electrical system5
- Engine3
- Forward collision avoidance3
- Service brakes2
- Unknown or other2
- Vehicle speed control2
- Visibility/wiper2
- Back over prevention1
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Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.