2005 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON
0 recalls — 0 complaints — 235 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
EPA Fuel Economy — 2005 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,000 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 22.0 | Premium | $3,150 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 34.0 | 27.0 | Diesel | $3,000 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 26.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,450 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,450 |
CO2 Emissions: 386.4 g/mile (Midsize Station Wagons)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2005 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON
235 manufacturer communications from 137 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 30 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 27 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 26 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 22 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 15 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 12 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 10 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 7 |
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V941901201152119
Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V271901201189422
Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
A002155201173212
Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
V5515032021354_7
Jan 14, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.
V5515032021354_7
Jan 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.
V271901201189416
Jan 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V271901201189416
Jan 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
SM C-2020
Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
V171806201781314
Nov 5, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171806201781314
Nov 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
010000 STEERING
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 00 16 02-4
Oct 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Mandatory fastener.
TT 45 09 05-6
Sep 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05-6
Sep 25, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05
Sep 4, 2020
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Antilock brake function test direction.
TT 45 09 05
Sep 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Antilock brake function test direction.
VW Part Labels
Aug 10, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Recall Reminder Part Labels
TT 13 20 01
Aug 7, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.
TT 45 09 05ss2
Jul 31, 2020
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.
V871806201994715
Jun 11, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).
V0018052010380_8
Jun 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V0018052010380_8
Jun 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
V871806201994714
May 12, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
V941901201152115
Apr 21, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171901201285530
Apr 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
Dealercomm200310
Mar 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication - March 10, 2020
V171901_2012855
Feb 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
V171901201285528
Jan 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V011812_2014603
Dec 5, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V011812_2014603
Dec 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V171901_2012855
Nov 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V871806_2019947
Nov 7, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
V871811_2043893
Nov 4, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
V171901_2012855
Oct 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V171901_2012855
Oct 29, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V171901_2012855
Sep 24, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V001901_2040590
Sep 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Include additional photo's of water ingress. Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
TT 001202
Aug 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
V171901_2012855
Aug 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards. Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
30DayInvCklst
Aug 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references. ADDED EFB to "Select correct battery type" in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.
V551611_2038993
Aug 14, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Original version accidently archived 8/9/19. Recreate exact content in new format and republish, as warranty policy still relevant to applicable later model years.
V551611_2038993
Aug 14, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Original version accidently archived 8/9/19. Recreate exact content in new format and republish, as warranty policy still relevant to applicable later model years.
V171901_2012855
Jul 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil quality standards. Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.
171901_2012855
Jun 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Remote Key Battery Replacement
171901_2012855
Jun 13, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Remote Key Battery Replacement
V871812-2005566
Jun 12, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update vehicle metadata.
V871812-2005566
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update vehicle metadata.
DCcampreminder
May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Campaign Reminder Communication. Also includes: 1998-2004 Beetle, 2003-2004 Beetle Convertible, 2019 Beetle Convertible, 1994-2004 Eurovan, 1994-2004 Golf, 1994-2004 Jetta, 2001-2004 Jetta Wagon, 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB, 1994-2004 Passat, 1994
SM 33-2019
Mar 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
TT 91 19 01
Mar 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
V171901-2012855
Mar 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
Gasoline Engine
Feb 27, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
V271901-2011894
Feb 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 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.
V871812-2005566
Nov 13, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update vehicle metadata.
V011812-2014603
Aug 13, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
A971861 2013504-
Jun 6, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
TT 200901
Aug 18, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
V171701 2012855
Jul 5, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
VHW-17-11
Jun 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
1-2017 Update
Feb 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
V691601 2010479
Oct 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
TT 00-16-02
Oct 28, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
V871622 2019947
Oct 24, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to model year applicability.
V191602 2022549
Oct 20, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update model year applicability.
V011615 2014815
Oct 20, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to include additional model year applicability.
V871620 2005566
Oct 12, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model and model year applicability.
TT 97-12-02
Sep 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
TT001601
Sep 23, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Contacting the parts helpline
TT001601
Sep 23, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Contacting the parts helpline
V551613_2039446
Jul 13, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TO UPDATE MODEL TABLE TO CLARIFY JETTA WAGON APPLICABILITY TO TB CONTENT.
V551612-2039446
Jun 9, 2016
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Corrosion may be found on the folded edge of the hood. Supersedes TB V551603
V551611-2038993
Jun 9, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
To update claim processing statement.
V531602-2040536
Jun 8, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
To update claim processing statement.
V501505_2038981
Jun 7, 2016
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
TO UPDATE CLAIM PROCESSING STATEMENT.
V511602-2039000
Jun 7, 2016
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
51 16 02 June 7, 2016 2039000 Supersedes Technical Bulletin V511403 dated December 16, 2014 to update Claim Processing statement. Corrosion on the Roof in the Area of the Roof Rails Corrosion on the roof (in the contact area of roof rail/
TT 97-14-02ss1
Mar 4, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
TB551603
Feb 17, 2016
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Corrosion on hood edge.
V551603 2039446
Feb 17, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Document discusses Corrosion that may be found on the folded edge of the hood. The corrosion may be found on this edge anywhere around the hood. It discusses how to service it, and document that service. It discusses where to find what appl
TB551603
Feb 17, 2016
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Corrosion on hood edge.
TB191601
Feb 15, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
TB191601
Feb 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
Edition173
Feb 15, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
V501603 2038981
Feb 8, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Document discusses issues with The wheel liner touches the arch area of the fender and rubs off the paint in the contact area. The corrosion is caused by dirt accumulations and movements of the wheel liner. It discusses how to service the
TB501603
Feb 8, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Corrosion on wheel arch.
TB011602
Feb 5, 2016
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality.
TB531601
Feb 1, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Rear quarter panel corrosion.
V531601 2040536
Feb 1, 2016
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
The document refers to Corrosion being found where the rear bumper cover meets the quarter panel. It discusses how it can happen, and where to find warranty coverage to service the parts
Elsa Newsletter
Jan 25, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Summary of Technical Bulletin to include additional model and model year applicability. Corrosion, Front Fenders, at Upper Wheel Opening (U.S. Only)
Newsletter
Jan 25, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Technical Bulletins.
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VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON across all model years (2006–2010).
22
Total Recalls
69
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
6
Reported Crashes
7
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths