Volkswagen Taos NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Volkswagen Taos an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2027):
NHTSA rates the Volkswagen Taos at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Volkswagen Taos Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Volkswagen Taos SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 49 |
| 2024 | 2024 Volkswagen Taos SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 49 |
| 2023 | 2023 Volkswagen Taos SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 101 |
| 2023 | 2023 Volkswagen Taos SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 101 |
| 2022 | 2022 Volkswagen Taos SUV AWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 6 | 305 |
| 2022 | 2022 Volkswagen Taos SUV FWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 6 | 305 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Volkswagen Taos Safety FAQ
Is the Volkswagen Taos a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Volkswagen Taos an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Volkswagen Taos?
The Volkswagen Taos scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 14.7%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Volkswagen Taos have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Volkswagen Taos as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.