VW Taigo TPMS False Alerts Despite Normal Pressure

Had the same sensor fault issue with my 2019 VW T-Cross. The tire pressure warning kept appearing despite normal air pressure readings across all tires. Resetting the TPMS through the infotainment system did not resolve the persistent warning. The root cause turned out to be failing TPMS sensor batteries. These sensors typically last 5-7 years, and when they start failing, they generate false readings. The garage needed to replace all four tire pressure sensors since they were all from the same production batch and showed similar wear. The repair was straightforward but required specialized TPMS programming equipment. After replacement, they performed a complete system reset and calibration. No issues since then, and the tire check system works perfectly now. This is a relatively common issue with VW models from that generation. Worth noting that driving with faulty TPMS sensors isnt dangerous if you regularly check tire pressure manually, but getting it fixed ensures proper monitoring and prevents potential flat tire situations. If the warning persists after a sensor replacement, have the mechanic verify the sensor programming and check for any interference from aftermarket wheels or tire equipment.

Thanks for sharing your experience. I have the same TPMS issue with my Taigo that you described. After a full sensor replacement and programming, my low tire warning finally disappeared. Would you mind sharing how much the complete repair cost you? Also curious if youve had any other tire pressure monitoring troubles since getting it fixed? I want to budget correctly since Im planning to take mine to the shop next week.

Good to hear your TPMS issue got resolved. After seeing the mechanic for my T-Cross, the tire pressure sensor fault was completely fixed. The total repair came to 280€, which covered replacing the drained sensor batteries and reprogramming the system. Since the repair 6 months ago, the tire pressure monitoring has worked flawlessly. No more false warnings or sensor issues. The TPMS now accurately reports actual pressure drops when they occur, which is exactly what you want from the system. Just a tip: regular tire checks with a pressure gauge are still good practice even with working sensors. The TPMS works great as a backup, but manual verification helps catch any issues early.

Thanks for the helpful info. Finally got my Taigo fixed last week. The shop charged 320€ for a full set of new TPMS sensors and programming. Bit more expensive than expected but worth it since the low tire warning is gone for good. The mechanic found that one sensor was completely dead and the others were failing. They showed me the old sensors and explained how the battery drain causes false readings. Makes sense why the warning kept coming back despite proper tire inflation. Been a week now and the system works perfectly. No more unusual warnings on the dashboard. Did my first tire check yesterday just to be sure, and all readings match what the car shows. Good to have a properly working TPMS again.