NHTSA Recall 26V258000: Pressure sensor (fuel system)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 38,710 vehicles. It affects 2025–2026 Volkswagen Taos.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V258000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 97TH |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › PRESSURE SENSOR |
| Report received | April 22, 2026 |
| Owner notification | June 4, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Taos vehicles. In the event of a rear-end crash, the fuel pressure sensor may dislodge or separate from the fuel tank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Safety risk
A fuel tank with a dislodged or separated fuel pressure sensor can leak fuel after a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fuel pressure sensor wiring harness extension, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97TH. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 29, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V258000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.