1996 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON

0 recalls — 0 complaints — 13 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

EPA Fuel Economy — 1996 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.9L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 31.0 41.0 35.0 Diesel $2,300
2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 16.0 23.0 18.0 Regular $3,300
2.8L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 17.0 24.0 19.0 Regular $3,150

CO2 Emissions: 290.9 g/mile (Midsize-Large Station Wagons)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins — 1996 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON

13 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING4
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL1
140000 AIR BAGS1
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH1
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
V941901201152115 Apr 21, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V941901-2011521 Feb 18, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
Airbag Jan 22, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Airbag Issues.
941403 Jun 4, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
TB001404 Apr 10, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
941402 Mar 6, 2014
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
TB001403 Jan 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
TB001403 Jan 27, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
TT641402 Jan 24, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402 Jan 24, 2014
116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402 Jan 24, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
TT641402 Jan 24, 2014
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ign
941401 Feb 14, 2011
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON across all model years (2006–2010).

11 Total Recalls
69 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
6 Reported Crashes
7 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON — Year by Year

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Year Recalls Complaints
2010 2 14 View
2009 2 8 View
2008 2 7 View
2007 3 14 View
2006 2 0 View
2004 0 9 View
2003 0 4 View
2002 0 9 View
2001 0 4 View

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