Engine control module (ecu/ecm): softwareRecall 21V-615 · 2022 Volkswagen Taos

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 21V-615 covers 5,092 2022 Volkswagen Taos for a engine control module (ecu/ecm): software problem, reported to NHTSA on August 6, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 99% of affected vehicles repaired.

99%
Vehicles repaired5,036 of 5,092 · 2023 Q3
Vehicles affected5,0921 model
ReportedAug 6, 2021Owners notified Oct 5, 2021
Complaints since10Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V615000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The 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.

The risk

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

99%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q42023 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall