2022 Volkswagen Taos service brakes problems
61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2022 Volkswagen Taos — 19% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Component or system that failed or malfunctioned Rear brake rotors and rear brake pads. Both rear rotors have been diagnosed as requiring replacement along with rear brake pads. The front rotors and pads are reported to be in normal condition. The vehicle and all replaced components are available…”
filed Jan 16, 2026
“Since we bought the vehicle new in 2022, it has had an ongoing brake noise at low speeds. It sounds like a screeching or grinding, and I only hear it when I press the brake pedal. It is most noticeable right after startup when driving slowly. The main issue I am reporting is uneven rear brake pad…”
filed Jan 16, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Repair or Replace Information
V4622022067177_5 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 27, 2026
Service Brakes problems in other Taos years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Taos | 16 | 30% |
| 2023 Taos | 33 | 31% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Volkswagen Taos
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.