Rollover possibility in NHTSA’s defined scenario: 14.7%.
Equipment reported in the NHTSA test record
Electronic stability control · Standard
Forward-collision warning · Standard
Lane-departure warning · Standard
Ratings describe a tested configuration, not the condition or crash history of this individual used vehicle. Compare NHTSA overall and frontal ratings only within the same vehicle class and within 250 pounds of curb weight.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · Record 20382. Retrieved Oct 26, 2026.
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A verified independent assessment is not yet included in this report. NHTSA results above remain separate from an Autorrive composite score.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Yes
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Yes
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Yes
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: 3VV4C7B28SM007747
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
0 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Manufacturer communications
153 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
View example records
Document 11012468
Replacing cretain control modules will require specific Guided Fault Finding (GFF) direction.
Document 11012470
Internal Moisture Accumulation
Document 11013866
This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: This is for: 12V Battery is Drained, Battery Check Procedure and Required Documents before Replacement test plan. The replace battery test plan gets stuck in a loop.
Document 11013867
This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: This is for: 12V Battery is Drained, Battery Check Procedure and Required Documents before Replacement test plan. The replace battery test plan gets stuck in a loop.
Document 11014936
Engine Control Module (ECM) Software
Document 11014939
Engine Control Module (ECM) Software
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Oct 27, 2026. Records match 2025 Volkswagen Taos, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Oct 27, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
174 hp
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
Curb weight
3,441 lb
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
1.5L TSI DOHC Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
Dealer-listed features 21
Cruise Control
Collision Avoidance
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Remote Start
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Power Seats
Automatic Climate Control
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seat rows
2
Engine
1.5L · 4-cylinder
Engine model
TSI
Turbo
Yes
Manufactured in
PUEBLA, PUEBLA, MEXICO
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Oct 27, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 26, 2026.
City
25 MPG
Highway
33 MPG
Combined
28 MPG
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
EPA engine description
SIDI
Fuel used per 100 miles
3.6 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$2,300
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$192
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$15.33
EPA five-year savings
$0
Tailpipe COâ‚‚
318 g/mile
Greenhouse gas score
6 of 10
Fuel economy score
6 of 10
Automatic engine stop/start
Equipped
Cylinder deactivation
Not equipped
Petroleum use
10.6 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: Taos 4motion · Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Oct 27, 2026.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit digital/analog instrumentation displayDealer listed
Configurable instrumentation gaugesDealer listed
Hill descent controlDealer listed
Hill start assistDealer listed
Front and rear parking sensorsDealer listed
LED daytime running lightsDealer listed
Front cornering lightsDealer listed
LED brake lightsDealer listed
Rain detecting wipersDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 26, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 112
Cruise Control
Collision Avoidance
Backup Camera
Blind Spot Monitor
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Remote Start
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Power Seats
Automatic Climate Control
Satellite Radio
Alloy Wheels
Interior 25
Ventilated driver and front passenger seats
Heated steering wheel
Heated driver and front passenger seats
Vienna leather front seat upholstery
Driver seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Dual-zone front climate control
Vienna leather rear seat upholstery
Climatronic automatic climate control
Manual tilting steering wheel
Manual telescopic steering wheel
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Rear console climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
Front seat center armrest
Front passenger seat with 6-way directional controls
Driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
Leatherette steering wheel
Split-bench rear seat
Fold forward rear seatback
60-40 folding rear seats
Rear seat center armrest with trunk pass-thru
Seating capacity: 5
Deep tinted windows
Exterior 24
First and second-row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with power 1-touch activation sunshade
Roof rails
19 x 8-inch front and rear machined w/painted accents aluminum wheels
Front accent lighting
P225/45HR19 AS BSW front and rear tires
Rear lip spoiler
Compact spare tire with steel wheel
Spare tire mounted under the cargo floor
4 doors
Fully galvanized steel body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Black bodyside cladding
Black wheel well trim
Black grille with chrome accents
Chrome side window trim
Body-colored door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Body-colored door mirrors
Metal-look front and rear bumper inserts
Black front bumper rub strip
Black rear bumper rub strip
Black windshield trim
Mechanical 25
Full-time AWD
1.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve control, intercooled turbo, regular gasoline, engine with 174HP