Volkswagen asks its dealers to stop selling the Taos

Volkswagen is asking dealers to stop selling some versions of the the new Taos model.

The Volkswagen Taos just reached our shores and already, the crossover is plagued with a stop-sale. In fact, due to an issue reported by some owners, the company has asked dealers to stop selling models equipped with all-wheel drive.

"A problem can cause the vehicle to stop while in use," says the German manufacturer. The owners reported that their vehicle’s engine stopped working when it came to a complete stop.

The brand's dealers were informed of the situation on Monday, Volkswagen spokesman Mark Gillies confirmed. He later added that the company is following procedures required by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

By this, he means the stages of the investigation that will be carried out and will lead (or not) to a recall. You can bet that will be the case here.

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