NHTSA Complaint #11612284 — 2022 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11612284
Vehicle	2022 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 2, 2024
Date Filed	September 3, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

I purchased this vehicle new in Jan 2022. I have had multiple issues with sensors needing to be replaced, auto start/stop not working properly, coolant light flashing on and off intermittently Feb 2023 recall - owner manual insert April 2023 recall - software update Oct 2023 check engine light coming on - needed N80 valve Dec 2023 auto start not working - dealer states no fault codes Dec 28, 2023 auto start still not working, pushed for more thorough evaluation - found a P019600 fault (engine oil temp sensor), they had a tech service bulletin for ECM software 2024 - intermittent and sporadic issues with different warning lights July/Aug 2024 coolant light coming on again after cold start after sitting all night -dealer says nothing wrong Aug 2024 - I requested service dept to check head gasket - they did and found it to be leaking. was told part would take 2-3 days to arrive and have about a 3 day repair time. It's been 2 weeks. I have not heard from dealer until parents reached out to the dealership. Parts for head gasket replacement are on backorder with no known ETA (9-2-24)

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