CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
- Problem
- 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
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain all-wheel-drive models have engine control unit software that can cause the engine to stall when coming to a stop. The stall is the defect this recall addresses.
An engine stall while stopping increases the risk of a crash, because the vehicle can lose power at an unexpected moment and may affect steering or braking response in traffic.
The repair is free. An authorized dealer will update the engine control unit software at no charge. Owners can also call Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and reference recall 24HH, and should check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Taos | 2022 |
|---|