This page covers 3 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2025 Volkswagen Taos.
31 mpg combined
7.6 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2025 Volkswagen Taos has 3 recalls, the most serious being a fuel system defect where the wiring to the fuel pressure sensor is too short and can allow the sensor to break free from the fuel tank in a rear-end collision, spilling fuel and raising the risk of a fire.
The remaining recall affects the instrument panel cluster, which can go dark or fail to display gauges and warning lights, including the speedometer. Losing that information while driving removes a driver's ability to monitor speed or respond to system warnings, raising the risk of a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The wiring harness connecting to the fuel pressure sensor is too short and may disconnect from the fuel tank during a rear crash, causing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
A dealership will install a wiring harness extension for the fuel pressure sensor.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
In a rear-end crash, the fuel pressure sensor may come loose or separate from the fuel tank, potentially causing a fuel system leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a fuel pressure sensor wiring harness extension at no cost to secure the sensor and prevent separation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The instrument panel may fail to display warning lights or gauges, preventing you from seeing important vehicle information.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the instrument panel software and replace the instrument panel if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
