Volkswagen Taos - Worst vehicle ever made

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7gshark

10 ай бұрын

Volkswagen Taos Do Not Buy

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@jobu9224 9 ай бұрын

Things were so bad that VW did a "stop ship" on this model. While it doesn't help those who purchased inventory before the stop ship That is commendable. I am waiting till spring to make sure the issues are resolved and will carefully look at the VIN number of the unit I purchase but there is no other small SUV/CUV you can purchase with a true AWD system and a dual-clutch transmission for the same price as FWD/CVT equipped competitor.

@7gshark 9 ай бұрын

Yeah I agree this small suv does have a lot of plus side. I like your strategy!

@gsharkseven2871 8 ай бұрын

Wow I didn’t realize that

@nategibbons172 6 ай бұрын

I was researching it from your comment and the stop ship was back at the end of summer of 2021. So a 2024 should be good to go.

@ayeadam 5 ай бұрын

The did a stop ship on the china models before USA or Canada btw. At least VW rectifies and warranties the issue and doesnt ignore it and pretend like its not happening.

@bmw803 2 ай бұрын

Seems like those workers in Puebla had too much Tequila on the job.

@jnoriegao 9 күн бұрын

got a 2022 back in 2021, brand new for my wife, the vehicle is great, i change the oil every 5k, take care of it with regular maintenance. It is not the first turbocharged vehicle we own. I think the problem is that people just don't know how to take care of a vehicle and don't understand how delicate all these 1.5t engines are (not only VW), it is not your typical 4 or 6 cyl engine. Warm up is important, cool down is important. Read a little about turbos, you will learn a lot an avoid some of the issues pointed here. The rear brakes, yeah, that was an issue, and wasn't happy about it.

@7gshark 9 күн бұрын

@@jnoriegao trust me I know about turbos my first car was a 1986 Chrysler laser. Those turbos all went at 50,000 miles. Your right the tiny turbo engines now a days need more care. Glad to hear you’re having success.

@Turbospoo1 5 ай бұрын

I literally just bout a certified 23 with 8600k on it 2 weeks ago. I had no idea about the head gasket problem untill recent. I've already had jerky dsg problems and an ESP warning light. What are my options? I should've went with the trax even though it doesn't have AWD.

@7gshark 5 ай бұрын

The new trax is awesome and very affordable. Check caravana sometimes they offer great deals. If you trade it in for a Chevy you typically get a tax credit ( around $500 for your amount), good luck

@ayeadam 5 ай бұрын

@@7gshark the trax tho? 😅 Dont buy a trax.

@gtohavoc7257 4 ай бұрын

I’ve heard the trax is having some electrical issues and GM is not fixing anything.

@ayeadam 4 ай бұрын

@@gtohavoc7257 youre right! Also transmission issues they are ignoring. And VW correct all their issues. This guy is oblivious to good cars and manufacturers!

@7gshark 4 ай бұрын

@@gtohavoc7257 I know the blazer was a disaster so they just stop selling it

@michaelburgdorff6492 4 ай бұрын

I have had this car for 2 years, no problems, I am very satisfied. The Taos is really economical, actually achieving 28 mpg plus in real use. The only problem it has is poorly programmed audio. I only use MP3 player. The problem is that every time you turn the vehicle off and on again, it automatically returns to the first song on the list. I tried various options, I set it to always play, random, but unfortunately it's still the same. The dealer doesn't know the answer, maybe he doesn't want to say that it's a paid option, maybe it's specifically to buy satellite radio. Maybe someone knows how to correct it?

@adamgoof 7 ай бұрын

Hey, do you know what my 2016 Mitsubishi outlander sport has 315,000 miles and hardly any problems at all

@7gshark 7 ай бұрын

Amazing that’s very cool!!!

@ayeadam 4 ай бұрын

Surprisingly Ive heard good things on the Outlanders. I was still hesitant but everyone I know loves theirs.

@LegendarySkypenis 3 ай бұрын

Mitsubishi has been underrated lately. They are way more reliable now.

@adamgoof 3 ай бұрын

@@ayeadam have the transmission every 50,000 cvt is pain innyhe butt

@TommyG11814 5 ай бұрын

I have a 2024 SE fwd and it's been great so far, we will see with time.

@7gshark 5 ай бұрын

I’m pretty sure the head gasket issue was resolved in 2024. I heard if a few issues with the brake pads though. I would do aftermarket pads if it comes up. Good luck

@tengamangapiu 8 ай бұрын

No other sub-compact SUV with cooled seats either, or the great MPG. I hope VW can sort those issues out! From what it seems all of the "Covid" era cars came with lower quality. Apparently some suppliers ran out of parts so VW had to source them from lesser quality suppliers to have the cars ship.

@digitalowls3631 7 ай бұрын

Yeah I agree. Great car with great options

@christinemercer8891 9 ай бұрын

I keep having the low coolant light coming on for the last four months I’ve taken into the shop several times finally this time I threw a fit and made them do a diagnostic check on it and come to find out it has a blown head gasket With them now because I am not driving a 2023 with a blown head gasket or a car that’s had a blown head gasket I hate vw I want my Chevy back

@7gshark 9 ай бұрын

Yea check out the new trax, they made it bigger. Or go for the equinox I had a few of those on lease and they did good for me. Good luck

@christinemercer8891 9 ай бұрын

@@7gsharkI had 2 kids killed in a car wreck so I looked up just safety and it was a 5 so I traded my 2023 equinox in for this Taos 🤦🏻‍♀️That was the worst mistake I made

@7gshark 9 ай бұрын

@@christinemercer8891 sorry to hear that. That’s an impossible thing to deal with.

@IAmJeka 2 ай бұрын

Would you say to choose the Tiguan better then?

@7gshark 2 ай бұрын

Most definitely, if you must buy a vw

@IAmJeka 2 ай бұрын

@@7gsharkmy uncle had a great relationship with this VW dealership. We’ve gotten like 15 cars in total between him, my cousins, their partners and I. I haven’t had one in a while cause I sold my Jetta in 2021 and made money out of it. So yea we were gonna stick with them cause we get the OTD price and negotiate and usually wait until one of those days they just need to sell lol. But honestly if I can find a deal like that at Toyota then I should probably stick to Toyota

@bradenweir9264 9 ай бұрын

Do you think the 2024 will still have the same issues

@7gshark 9 ай бұрын

I've been tracking the issues on a few forums and I think the 2024 is much, much better in terms of the rear brakes and head gasket. I still see a lot of little issues, but those big ones seems to be ending. good luck

@rps1689 9 ай бұрын

Time will tell. My friend got a 2023 Taos in Sept and has put over 28,000 K on it, and no issues yet. Drives it from coast to coast.

@rps1689 9 ай бұрын

He got the Canadian model so I'm wondering if there are differences in the US and Canadian models.

@gsharkseven2871 5 ай бұрын

It should be way better.

@gsharkseven2871 5 ай бұрын

@@rps1689it’s probably exactly the same

@christinemercer8891 9 ай бұрын

I have a 2023 with a blown engine and still Carless I hope they figure out something soon I will never own a vw again

@7gshark 9 ай бұрын

That’s pretty much why I made this video, to warn people. You should try to get them to buy it back. Several people had success with that. Also you can try the lemon law if enough problems occur. I feel for you. I was highly interested in this vehicle until I read a bunch of disastrous reviews

@christinemercer8891 9 ай бұрын

@@7gshark I will try the buy back hopefully that works they don’t even have a loaner car for me so I haven’t had a car for a week now and don’t know when I will have one 🤦🏻‍♀️

@alfredomiranda7025 7 ай бұрын

Brand new car has warranty so at least u get your money back

@hemidesign 7 ай бұрын

Get a Tiguan instead, the TSI 2.0 is far better motor for durability and reliability.. I have one with 100k without no problems

@7gshark 7 ай бұрын

Yes I’m hearing really good things about the Tiguan. Thanks!!!!

@valia813 Ай бұрын

I was on a used car site and found 30 2023 versions all under 7,000 miles. I was so confused on why there was so many for great prices. Now I know. Thank you

@mar9belle 16 күн бұрын

I have 2022 taos the brake noise was there since new and low coolant gasket problem as well , i had to pay for my brakes at 20k miles because i bought 26 month ago . Wait listed for head gasket

@7gshark 16 күн бұрын

@@mar9belle I think you can put a claim in with Vw to get reimbursed for the brakes

@mar9belle 16 күн бұрын

@@7gshark How i heard someone received a letter to attach invoice but i don’t have that letter?

@7gshark 16 күн бұрын

@@mar9belle yeah contact Vw directly they’ll probably give you that money back

@myronspokedex 6 ай бұрын

I’m getting the 2024 model so hopefully nothing happens, I love the features and the performance this vehicle comes with. Maybe they ironed out the kinks in the 2024 models

@7gshark 6 ай бұрын

I haven’t seen any issues with the 2024 so yes hopefully they got it figured out. Good luck and enjoy

@myronspokedex 6 ай бұрын

@@7gshark If you see or hear anything please make a video on it 🙏🏻

@7gshark 6 ай бұрын

@@myronspokedex sure will. I do follow several groups and no major issues reported

@myronspokedex 5 ай бұрын

@@7gshark Are those groups on Facebook? Would you mind telling the name of the groups, I would love to join. Thank you 🙂

@7gshark 5 ай бұрын

@@myronspokedex yes they are. You should be able to search groups in fb but I’ll try to find the exact names

@noahbicho2298 3 ай бұрын

Just put a stage 2 on my taos and I couldn't be any happier. Unitronic reached out to me to test run their stage two file with burbles.

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

Sounds badass

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

What year

@noahbicho2298 3 ай бұрын

@@7gshark 2022

@dannyhang7482 7 ай бұрын

I just bought Volkswagen tiguan 2023 I had engine light, powertrain problem. Etc but I like the design.

@7gshark 7 ай бұрын

Yes I agree the design of most Volkswagen are great. They need to shore up their quality issues. Good luck to you

@gsharkseven2871 6 ай бұрын

Yes I agree the design is outstanding, just horrible quality 😂

@digitalowls3631 5 ай бұрын

The design is awesome

@7gshark 4 ай бұрын

@@japanwatchconnection yes kind of like Toyotas made in Japan

@kevs2good133 3 ай бұрын

Besides an EVAP canister issue this past January, this car has been flawless for my girlfriend for almost 2 years.

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

hope you have good luck, but I would suggest checking your brakes, and coolant level

@digitalowls3631 3 ай бұрын

Any issues yet? Brakes or gaskets

@kevs2good133 3 ай бұрын

@@7gshark coolant is fine, she needs rear brakes now which just so happens to go along with the next service oil change brake fluid and tire rotation this upcoming Saturday.

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

@@kevs2good133 great thanks for the update. Glad you are having good luck

@gsharkseven2871 8 ай бұрын

There’s also a brand new recall for this vehicle

@ayeadam 5 ай бұрын

Name the recall? Not one of the two mentioned in this video. 😅

@rolandbegaye 18 күн бұрын

Girlfriend had to get the head gasket replaced at 26k miles. The turbo burned out at 31k miles. There’s a weird grinding noise now when turning the steering wheel left and right. VW told us to wait till the grinding noise gets worse to replace it? lol! This is a 2023 Taos sel awd 4motion. I told her to go with the Tiguan because it’s been in production since like 2010 or something while the Taos barely started in 2021. Be wary before you purchase this vehicle.

@7gshark 17 күн бұрын

@@rolandbegaye thanks for the feedback, maybe people will start listening

@rolandbegaye 17 күн бұрын

@@7gshark or at-least invest in the premium VW warranty if anyone loves the car so much! Lol.

@thecool398 27 күн бұрын

I can speak from experience. The head gasket issues are real luckily my car was still under warranty.

@7gshark 25 күн бұрын

@@thecool398 good to hear that feedback

@mar9belle 16 күн бұрын

Were they able to fix head gasket issue w/out recurrence?

@7gshark 16 күн бұрын

@@mar9belle I can’t speak for this person but they do get it fixed but one of my concerns is what they damaged fixing this issue. I have also heard from many people that they had to get it fixed again after 5000 or so miles

@dellramos1 2 ай бұрын

I got this TAOS 2022 for almost two years now mileage 20K and recently replaced rear brake pads and rotor completely worn out I brought it back to dealer to replace it as it was too early to get this problem though they replaced it for free upon telling them it should last at least for 30k mileage average. so far no other issues found and still like it. Thinking of trading it for ATLAS 2024 SE the things is expensive and I will lose a lot like my previous payment will goes to nothing plus need another deposit so I will ended up buying a new car.

@Gidenkidenk 5 ай бұрын

Taking the jump on an SE for the wife. Our dealer offers warranty forever for first owner.

@7gshark 5 ай бұрын

I think if you are getting the 24 you should be ok. I haven’t heard of any problems with the head gasket on them. Best of luck!!

@angf2551 4 ай бұрын

We have 18,000 km on our 22 taos.. went in for the first maintenance and the dealership wanted to charge almost $1,000 between oil change and rear brakes (rotors and pads) .. VW calls the rear brake issue a brake extension not a recall and put an expiry on it, but we didn't get a notification about it. Waiting for a response from VW if they will still cover it... We're definitely not happy about this issue, but otherwise it's been a good vehicle.. We'll see what the future holds.

@bmw803 2 ай бұрын

Don't go to STEALERS. Find a good mechanic thru word of mouth and you'll be ahead.

@IAmJeka 2 ай бұрын

Wait the first maintenance at 18k? That’s crazy though. Should have gone way before

@bmw803 2 ай бұрын

@IAmJeka engine oil should be done every 5-6K miles. They're all the same. Toyota had the same 10K mile interval and they had to change that as they had problems with engines. They're only concerned getting passed the warranty period. Nothing else matters.

@gsharkseven2871 10 ай бұрын

It’s a good summary on why to avoid this vehicle. I have the Honda hrv and I love it. It also has great packaging as you call it❤

@ayeadam 5 ай бұрын

You do realize the HRV has wayyyyy more reported issues right? Funny you use multiple accounts to try to keep the comments your way. 😅

@gsharkseven2871 5 ай бұрын

@@ayeadam not sure what that means? But seriously dude

@ayeadam 5 ай бұрын

@@gsharkseven2871 HRV has way more reported issues. Oil consumption. Failing CVT tranmission, coolant loss, brakes, steering and suspension issues, electrical issues, fuel system issues, failing climate systems, low quality paint, sticking and lagging accelerator, failing window gaskets, etc. Cmon research man youre a pro! Oh wait… And Honda is ignoring some of the biggest issues. Its sad because Honda used to be so dependable but in the last couple years they have really failed. My job surrounds cars, values and know vehicle issues to determine value.

@autismavenue9223 4 ай бұрын

I have one of those. Yeah so these two issues are real: 1) head gasket (currently waiting for the part to arrive) 2) squeaky rear breaks. at least they fixed both for free, dont really care.

@benzilbeech240 27 күн бұрын

I've change brakes twice already and its been squeaking again for months now. Just finished sending the lawyers the form they had sent me re the faulty brakes for the model and year. Haven't had the gasket problem yet or its there and i don't know. Just hoping i don't have that to deal with.

@smagques4503 2 ай бұрын

There is an issue with the windshield design. My windshield has cracked twice. Time to trade it in.

@palebeachbum 3 ай бұрын

I love the look of VW, but you'd have better luck with a Hyundai Kona or a Kia Seltos nowadays. Costs right about the same, but they have better quality overall and a much better warranty. The repairs are also a lot cheaper when things go wrong out of warranty compared to VW.

@rnldmanuel88 29 күн бұрын

Hyundai and Kia reliability is terrible just like VW lol.

@ndr3951 6 ай бұрын

Can confirm I’m having the coolant/head gasket issue with my 2022 Taos SE AWD

@7gshark 6 ай бұрын

Are you losing coolant, if so then most likely you do

@patjaoable 5 ай бұрын

I think the 2024 might be ok but the 22 and 23 are scary bad

@powertools2375 4 ай бұрын

You might be right but not worth the risk imho

@boqoradasomalia857 4 ай бұрын

Do u think 2024 toas has same issues??

@7gshark 4 ай бұрын

Looks like the head gasket is resolved

@7gshark 4 ай бұрын

Still poor quality, I won’t buy it

@shoegazemusicisthebest2715 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for this very useful data.

@gtohavoc7257 4 ай бұрын

At least vw will fix the problems. GM will just ignore everything!

@7gshark 4 ай бұрын

Honestly you are so right. The engine problem on the old equinox was never fixed

@gtohavoc7257 4 ай бұрын

Vw had some leaking sunroof problems. So they gave everyone an extended warranty outside of the factory warranty.

@TheKingHyena 7 күн бұрын

The Taos is a good looking machine, but it’s very middle of the pack. Not sure what car you’rere talking about though, what’s a Towis???

@YouDingo88 Ай бұрын

The Taw-esss rules!

@7gshark Ай бұрын

I agree when it’s not in the shop getting fixed

@dpajc056 2 ай бұрын

Just bought the 2024 Highline model new. Hopefully it lasts if I maintain it properly. So far with 1,100 km zero issues (yeah, it's new), but I do have some minor complaints more like design issues. But overall I fucking LOVE this car. It's super cool.

@7gshark 2 ай бұрын

I think you’ll be fine at this point. Enjoy the car it’s nice as long as there are no major issues

@SliderFury1 2 ай бұрын

Normal for a new model to have issues, never be an early adopter with something as important and expensive as a vehicle. Give it at least 2 years. Seems like the 2024s are much better overall.

@patjaoable 10 ай бұрын

Yeah my friend owns the 2022 and complete disaster. He traded it in for a loss😢😢😢😢

@patjaoable 9 ай бұрын

Get a Honda hrv

@christinemercer8891 9 ай бұрын

So is the 2023

@TheTargetFandom 16 сағат бұрын

I have a Volkswagen Tiguan!

@7gshark 4 сағат бұрын

@@TheTargetFandom you’re safe, good choice

@TheTargetFandom 4 сағат бұрын

@@7gshark thanks, my mom is too small for a Taos.

@TheTargetFandom 4 сағат бұрын

@@7gshark I have a 2023 White Volkswagen Tiguan

@31vox 4 ай бұрын

Just tried one at the dealership. It could not accelerate. The engine who just choke and lose power a couple times per second, making the entire car shake. Guy told me bad spark plug from the factory. Didn’t believe one word.

@7gshark 4 ай бұрын

You definitely dodged a bullet

@ch1kusoo 15 күн бұрын

My mom had a MKIV 2001 VW Jetta 1.8T auto almost 20+ years ago and that car had this same issue! For us, the car would shake and lose power when the car was still (ie. waiting at a stop light), or WORSE....it would lose power mid turn. I would make a turn and obviously, would have to slow down, so i applied the brakes, turn and then the power dies mid turn. We also had to replace the spark plugs at the dealership but that did nothing. Our main goto dealership couldn't figure it out so we went to another which figured it out but the problem comes back maybe a year later. I forgot what they did that remedied the problem. My mom eventually got rid of the car because of transmission issues. She got a 2006 Toyota RAV4 and no regrets. Sad part was it got totalled 6 years ago after it got rearended. Now, she drives a Subaru impreza. Still, can't believe this issue exists even today! WOW. I promised myself not to look at a VW after what my mom went through but it's so tempting because of their designs. But after watching this video, reading your comment and reading some of the horror stories, maybe i should ignore VW altogether.

@CindyBram-ym4qn 4 ай бұрын

Regretting leasing a 2024 Taos since the first hour back at my house. The back up camera doesn’t show clearly on rain and with a little bit of fog simply doesn’t work at all, almost feel blind trying to look at the camera on a foggy day. The seats are hard like rock, I couldn’t notice that right away on the 5 minutes that I had test driving the car. A week later on March 2nd 2024 I can say that this is the most uncomfortable little car that I ever drove in my entire life! Do not buy or lease this junk!

@7gshark 4 ай бұрын

Amen on that. Lucky you are only leasing

@flagirl0315 Ай бұрын

I just leased one today. But I’ll be honest, I had a 2022 Tiguan SE I bought and traded in for a 2024 Taos SE and that car the seats are stiff as hell too. Must be most of their cars. My Tiguan backup camera was clearer and a larger screen

@DesertGrownWeed Ай бұрын

Mine needs a new engine. I hate this car so much.

@7gshark Ай бұрын

@@DesertGrownWeed that’s a shame, it’s definitely going to hurt your resale value. Maybe try to sell it if you can get enough. Sorry to hear

@pakoo.r9783 7 ай бұрын

VW TAOS 2022 … its a Limón 🤦‍♂️

@sackley0101 3 ай бұрын

90 percent have bad head gaskets.

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

Yep there is like a 1500 person waiting list to get the part, crazy…

@gsharkseven2871 9 ай бұрын

Junk , way too many issues

@MrRobbieG88 7 ай бұрын

OK, name one reliable VW produced in this century?

@7gshark 7 ай бұрын

Love the comment. People are pissed at Vw

@bradwick212 6 ай бұрын

@@7gshark I have had 10 VW's own 2 right now no issues.

@dustinjohnston2241 6 ай бұрын

2016 VW jetta 220000K. No issues. People just are lazy and dont do proper maintenance on their vehicles

@7gshark 6 ай бұрын

@@dustinjohnston2241 that’s awesome congratulations, I’m glad to hear done good news

@socalrams74 6 ай бұрын

2012 VW Jetta 140k miles, no issues

@zahir585 7 ай бұрын

Go Toyota

@digitalowls3631 5 ай бұрын

I agree toyota has its act together

@bmw803 3 ай бұрын

They had their problems. Just like any other company. It's just that there's a bias towards Toyota, that people regurgitate and think that they never do any wrong.

@JSmith-zr2ve 2 ай бұрын

it’s not pronounced “Tawas”. LOL.

@7gshark 2 ай бұрын

Correct my mistake I just got back from Tawas Michigan

@eddiemaysm Ай бұрын

This guy is like a busy body with a gripe based on Facebook bs no personal experience at all with the vehicle

@7gshark Ай бұрын

@@eddiemaysm so I didn’t own my 2022? Lol you don’t even know me. Foolish comment

@aliviadonai9424 7 ай бұрын

I just bought this car 😢

@7gshark 7 ай бұрын

I hope it’s a 2024. Watch for low coolant. Good luck for sure

@VerryJerry90 6 ай бұрын

is it 2024?

@gsharkseven2871 5 ай бұрын

What year. The 2022 was bad.

@VerryJerry90 5 ай бұрын

Dw just make sure you do oil changes and let the engine idle in the cold if you can

@7gshark 5 ай бұрын

@@VerryJerry90 true that’s really good advice

@powertools2375 5 ай бұрын

Sounds about right. Nightmare car

@7gshark 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment. These hard core Vw owners are drinking the cool aid and just won’t accept facts

@Howboutdatone 3 ай бұрын

Towes 😂

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

What a name, it’s almost as bad as some of the Kia’s

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

What a name, it’s almost as bad as some of the Kia’s

@cathleengomez4612 2 ай бұрын

It’s because you are saying the name wrong lol 😂 look up how to say Taos online..

@7gshark 2 ай бұрын

@@cathleengomez4612 that is a fact, but the car is still a disaster

@Bizija123 3 ай бұрын

Bullshit review. Rare cases, not the norm. The people that have problems go online and complain, the ones that don't (like me) have no complaints. No issues for 2 years on my 22 model, one recall for the fuel line.

@7gshark 3 ай бұрын

Actually is the norm for 2022, check every magazine review. Now 2024 is way better. I don’t want to mean but stop drinking the kool aid

@andrewraveschot6248 5 ай бұрын

Tows. Like cows. Tawas is a city in michigan

@7gshark 5 ай бұрын

I’ve actually been to both cities.

@digitalowls3631 10 ай бұрын

I always buy toyota. Never have issues with them🎉

@rps1689 9 ай бұрын

I love Toyota, but for some reason my Corolla Cross was overpriced in my opinion plus was a lemon so got rid of it.

@digitalowls3631 9 ай бұрын

@@rps1689 the L is priced ok but if you buy an xle you’re definitely over paying

@asharista3152 7 ай бұрын

You are part of the boring club. Congrats

@digitalowls3631 7 ай бұрын

@@asharista3152 well yes you are tight but at least it’s not in the shop all the time. I really wish Volkswagen took more time to engineer it better. It’s a awesomel looking car

@digitalowls3631 7 ай бұрын

@@powertools2375 yes I agree the Taos is a better feel when driving than a Toyota. Toyota feels a bit hollow.