NHTSA Complaint #11697374 — 2022 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11697374
Vehicle	2022 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	October 25, 2025
Date Filed	November 4, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NM

Consumer Description

My head gasket is leaking and I saw that VW had other complaints about the engine code DNKA for year 2022 and after July 2023 the company had made a decision to redesign the head gasket and coatings. I don’t understand how this isn’t a recall just yet especially knowing that Taos 2022, has many problems than an average car. The dealership says I’m responsible for paying it but yet I have proof that the design of the gasket of my vehicle was a manufactured defect. Please please do something about this or help us that have purchased. I’ve invested 20k into this car and for me taking it in 3,4 times a year isn’t realistic and reliable.

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