1994 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
1 recalls, 36 complaints - 18 TSBs
95V178000 Sep 20, 1995
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Defect Description
IMPROPER MATERIAL WAS USED IN MANUFACTURING THE RADIATOR FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAUSING THE SHAFT TO WEAR AND BECOME NOISY.
Consequence
A WORN AND NOISY FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAN SEIZE RENDERINGTHE FAN MOTOR INOPERATIVE, EVENTUALLY CAUSING THE ENGINE TO OVERHEAT AND STALL. A STALLED VEHICLE IN TRAFFIC CAN INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COMPLETE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY ON VEHICLE HAVING THE POTENTIAL SHAFT MATERIAL PROBLEM. DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FAN BLADE INCLUDING A NEW LOCK NUT ON VEHICLE WITH LOOSE FAN BLADE LOCK NUTS.
Complaint Statistics
36 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Nov 1, 2006
Incident date: Oct 26, 2006
94 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT, 110K MILES, EXPERIENCED HEATER CORE FAILURE, LEAKING 200 DEGREE FLUID ONTO FLOOR OF PASSENGER COMPARTMENT NEAR GAS/BRAKE PEDAL AND FOGGING OVER INTERIOR OF WINDSHIELD WITH STICKY ANTI-FREEZE RESIDUE. *NM
SEAT BELTS
Dec 30, 2004
Incident date: Jun 15, 2004
THE PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAUSES THE BATTERY TO DRAIN. THE SEAT BELT SWITCH BUILT INTO THE DOOR CAUSES THE SEAT BELT MOTOR TO RUN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ON OFF. THE SEAT BELT MODULE WAS DISCONNECTED, RENDERING THE VEHICLE WITHOUT SEAT BELTS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 30, 2004
Incident date: Jun 15, 2004
THE PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAUSES THE BATTERY TO DRAIN. THE SEAT BELT SWITCH BUILT INTO THE DOOR CAUSES THE SEAT BELT MOTOR TO RUN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS ON OFF. THE SEAT BELT MODULE WAS DISCONNECTED, RENDERING THE VEHICLE WITHOUT SEAT BELTS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Nov 25, 2003
Incident date: Dec 1, 2002
THE CONSUMER PARKED THE VEHICLE AND 45 MINUTES LATER SMOKE BEGAN TO COME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONSUMER TOOK OUT THE BATTERY TO STOP VEHICLE FROM CATCHING FIRE. THE INSURANCE COMPANY SAID THE SMOKE WAS DUE TO A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH. *NLM THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPAIRED IN DEC. 2002 BUT WA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Nov 25, 2003
Incident date: Dec 1, 2002
THE CONSUMER PARKED THE VEHICLE AND 45 MINUTES LATER SMOKE BEGAN TO COME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONSUMER TOOK OUT THE BATTERY TO STOP VEHICLE FROM CATCHING FIRE. THE INSURANCE COMPANY SAID THE SMOKE WAS DUE TO A FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH. *NLM THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPAIRED IN DEC. 2002 BUT WA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Apr 29, 2002
Incident date: Apr 20, 2002
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Mar 20, 2002
WHEN ENGINE GETS HOT STEAM ENTERS INSIDE OF VEHICLE WHICH FOGS UP WINDOWS. CAUSE COULD NOT BE IDENTIFIED. DEALER CONTACTED. *AK
POWER TRAIN
Aug 28, 2001
ODOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER DID NOT WORK PROPERLY, CONSUMER DOES NOT OWN THIS VEHICLE ANYMORE. *SLC
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Apr 19, 2001
Incident date: Mar 3, 2001
COOLING FAN HAD TO BE REPLACED NOT ONCE, BUT TWICE WITHIN 5 YEARS. I THINK THE PART WAS COVERED IN A RECALL, BUT VOLKSWAGEN COULD NOT TELL ME ABOUT THE VEHICLE HISTORY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Oct 27, 2000
THE CAR CUTS OFF AT ANY GIVEN SPEED WITHOUT ANY NOTICE INCLUDING ON A FREEWAY. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE MY CAR.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jul 7, 2000
WHILE TRAVELING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION BRAKES WILL FAIL WITHOUT BEING DEPRESSING. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 23, 2000
Incident date: Dec 6, 1999
WITH THE TRANSMSIION FAILING IT COULD BE A SERIOUS PROBLEM, ESPECIALLY AT THE SPEED THAT I WAS GOING AT THE APPROMIMATE TIME OF FAILURE. AN ACCIDENT ALMOST OCCURED DUE TO THE VIOLNET LUNGING BACK AND FORTH FROM THE DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION. OBVIOUSLY THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH VOLKSWAGENS TRANSMISSIONS. ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 23, 2000
Incident date: Dec 6, 1999
WITH THE TRANSMSIION FAILING IT COULD BE A SERIOUS PROBLEM, ESPECIALLY AT THE SPEED THAT I WAS GOING AT THE APPROMIMATE TIME OF FAILURE. AN ACCIDENT ALMOST OCCURED DUE TO THE VIOLNET LUNGING BACK AND FORTH FROM THE DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION. OBVIOUSLY THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH VOLKSWAGENS TRANSMISSIONS. ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Feb 1, 2000
Incident date: Jan 13, 2000
THE FAN MOTOR SHAFT SEIZED, RENDERING THE FAN MOTOR INOPERABLE. VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER A RECALL. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM REOCCURRED. DEALER HAS SINCE REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Jul 14, 1999
Incident date: Jan 1, 1999
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FAILED, INCLUDING SPEEDOMETER, TEMP GAUGE, AND TRANSMISSION INDICATOR. ENGINE FAILED TO START INTERMITTENTLY.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jul 14, 1999
Incident date: Jan 1, 1999
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FAILED, INCLUDING SPEEDOMETER, TEMP GAUGE, AND TRANSMISSION INDICATOR. ENGINE FAILED TO START INTERMITTENTLY.
SEAT BELTS
Mar 25, 1999
AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT ON BOTH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDES WILL RETRACT SUDDENLY, CAUSING LOSS OF PROTECTION IN CASE OF ACCIDENT. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 17, 1999
Incident date: Apr 1, 1998
THE ENGINE QUITS AT ALL SPEEDS WITHOUT WARNING OR INDICATION AND WILL NOT RESTART IMMEDIATELY, CREATING HAZARDOUS TRAFFIC CONDITIONS. THE PROBLEM IS MOST APPARENT AFTER AUTOMATIC ENGAGEMENT OF THE COOLING FAN.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 29, 1998
Incident date: Oct 9, 1998
TRANSMISSION FAILED.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 20, 1998
Incident date: Jan 1, 1998
TRANSMISSION FAILED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Oct 20, 1998
Incident date: Jul 1, 1998
RADIATOR HOSE BROKE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Oct 20, 1998
Incident date: Jan 1, 1998
ENGINE THERMOSTAT HAS FAILED SEVERAL TIMES RESULTING IN VEHICLE OVERHEATING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 20, 1998
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE CAUSING COMPONENTS TO MALFUNCTION (A/C, SUN ROOF, RADIO, POWER WINDOWS).
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Oct 20, 1998
ABS CONTROL UNIT FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Oct 20, 1998
VEHICLE HAS HAD THREE BATTERIES WITHIN A FOUR YEAR PERIOD.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Sep 10, 1998
Incident date: Sep 10, 1998
GOING UPHILL, MAKING LEFT TURN AT ABOUT 10 MPH, VEHICLE BECAME INOPERATIVE/STALLED, CAUSING THE STEERING TO LOCK UP, ALMOST RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. DEALER CANNOT REPRODUCE DEFECT. *AK
STEERING
Sep 10, 1998
Incident date: Sep 10, 1998
GOING UPHILL, MAKING LEFT TURN AT ABOUT 10 MPH, VEHICLE BECAME INOPERATIVE/STALLED, CAUSING THE STEERING TO LOCK UP, ALMOST RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. DEALER CANNOT REPRODUCE DEFECT. *AK
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Sep 5, 1998
Incident date: Aug 28, 1998
TIE ROD END WORE OUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO MAKE NOISE WHEN TURNING CORNERS.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 13, 1998
DEFECTIVE FUEL LINE CLAMPS CAUSE UNDERHOOD FUEL LINES TO LEAK ALLOWING FUMES TO ENTER PASSANGER COMPARTMENT.
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Feb 20, 1998
Incident date: Nov 1, 1995
CAMBER OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
STRUCTURE
Feb 20, 1998
Incident date: Nov 1, 1995
STRUCTURE OF VEHICLE CAUSES TIRE DAMAGE/BLOW OUTS.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jul 18, 1997
Incident date: Jul 18, 1997
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE CUTS OFF GIVING NO INDICATION .
SEAT BELTS
Sep 23, 1996
Incident date: Jul 16, 1996
DRIVERS SIDE MOTORBELT FAILS INTERMITTENTLY.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Sep 16, 1996
Incident date: Apr 4, 1996
CONSUMER STATES THAT RECALL WORK WAS PERFORMED IN APRIL AND SINCE THAT TIME VEHICLE HAS BEEN CUTTING OFF AND NOT STARTING PROPERLY. FIXED UNDER RECALL 95V178000, COOLING SYSTEM:FAN. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Aug 20, 1996
Incident date: Jun 6, 1996
VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES WHILE DRIVING DUE TO GAS TANK FLUID LEAKAGE.*AK
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jun 19, 1996
Incident date: Apr 18, 1996
ANTILOCK BRAKES FAILED 2 TIMES. *SD
EPA Fuel Economy, 1994 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1994 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
18 manufacturer communications from 14 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| 061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | 1 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
| 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
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.
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.
Airbag
Jan 22, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Airbag Issues.
Elsa 6-29-15
Jun 29, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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Elsa 6-22-15
Jun 22, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
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Elsa 6-22-15
Jun 22, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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561 065 760 A as
Aug 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Assembly Instructions: Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat.
PDI - PASSAT TEC
Jul 17, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Passat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purc
PDI - PASSAT TEC
Jun 13, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Passat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purc
PDI - PASSAT TEC
Jun 13, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Passat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purc
2015831
Aug 28, 2008
161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE
2015831
Aug 28, 2008
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE
15 9701
Jun 4, 1997
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
TOOTHED BELT RUNS TOWARDS OUTSIDE, WEARS OUT/ JUMPS OFF, AND CRACKS. *AK
9704109707D
Apr 10, 1997
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
CONDITIONS WITH ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START. *YC
VW87/9501
Feb 1, 1995
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
R-134A EXPANSION VALVE NOISY. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA11002
Opened: Jan 26, 2011 , Closed: Feb 17, 2012
Engine Compartment Fire
In July 2010, the Agency opened PE10-027 to investigate allegations of coil on plug (COP) ignition coil fires in MY2002-2003 VW Passat vehicles.The investigation was upgraded in January 2011 to include all MY2001-2007 4-cylinder VW Passat, gasoline, turbo-charged vehicles.Based on the analysis of VW... Read more
PE10027
Opened: Jul 26, 2010 , Closed: Feb 7, 2011
Engine Compartment Fire
ODI has received 11 complaints alleging that a fire started in the engine compartment of the vehicle that may be related to ignition coil failure, and 9 complaints of ignition coil failure that did not result in a fire.Reports state that the vehicle hesitated or lost power, and the check engine or d... Read more
PE09022
Opened: May 4, 2009 , Closed: Jul 9, 2009
TRANSMISSION FLUID HOSE CHAFE
ON MAY 4, 2009, THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATIONS (ODI) OPENED PRELIMINARY EVALUATION PE09-022 TO INVESTIGATE AN OWNER COMPLAINT (ODI NO. 10260517) ALLEGING CONTACT BETWEEN THE ATF COOLING LINE AND THE RADIATOR FAN BLADES.THE COMPLAINT INDICATED THAT THE CONTACT RESULTED IN RAPID ATF FLUID LOSS W... Read more
EA07014
Opened: Sep 28, 2007 , Closed: Jul 7, 2008
PASSENGER ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
THE MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED NHTSA ON 04-APR-08 THAT A SAFETY RECALL ACTION WOULD BE INITIATED TO REMEDY THE ISSUE.IN JUNE 2008, THE MANUFACTURER ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (CODE 26E5/R5) REGARDING THE SPECIFIC PROCEDURES TO BE EMPLOYED IN THIS CAMPAIGN.VEHICLE OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS WERE ... Read more
PE07024
Opened: May 10, 2007 , Closed: Sep 28, 2007
PASSENGER/ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
MANY OF THE FIRE REPORTS ALLEGE THAT THE VEHICLE FIRE WAS ATTRIBUTED TO IGNITION COIL FAILURE.VW PROVIDED ADDITIONAL DATA REGARDING ITS ANALYSIS OF VEHICLE FIRES AND A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE THREE DIFFERENT ENGINES AND IGNITION SYSTEMS FOR THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.ODIFINDS THE NEED TO FURTHER INVES... Read more
PE07018
Opened: Apr 3, 2007 , Closed: Sep 4, 2007
WATER/ICE IN BRAKE BOOSTER
DURING THIS INVESTIGATION, VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA (VW) IDENTIFIED A PROBLEM WITH WATER ACCUMULATION IN THE FRESH AIR PLENUM THAT COULD, IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKE POWER ASSIST IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2002 PASSAT VEHICLES.VW INDICATED THAT PROBLEM IS CAUSED BY LEAVES AND OTHER DEBRIS... Read more
DP05003
Opened: Aug 8, 2005 , Closed: Dec 9, 2005
ALLEGED PREMATURE TIE ROD FAILURE
ON AUGUST 2, 2005, ODI RECEIVED A PETITION SUBMITTED BY MS. MIRIAM SCHNEIDER OF OLNEY, MD, REQUESTING AN INVESTIGATION OF ALLEGEDLY DEFECTIVE TIE RODS IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 1999 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT VEHICLES NOT INCLUDED IN TWO PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGNS (IDENTIFIED HENCEFORTH AS THE SUBJECT... Read more
EA03020
Opened: Oct 7, 2003 , Closed: Apr 23, 2004
PASSENGER AIR BAG LID FAILURE
THIS INVESTIGATION INVOLVES THE VOLKSWAGEN (VW) PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT (PSIR) LID UTILIZED IN MY 1998-2002 VW PASSAT.THE PSIR LID MAY DETACH FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT.THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OF THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMIN... Read more
PE03021
Opened: May 23, 2003 , Closed: Oct 7, 2003
PASSENGER SIR DOOR MOUNTING STUD FAILURE
ODI OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE03-021) BASED ON TWO REPORTS OF FAILED BOLT STUDS THAT ATTACH THE PASSENGER SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT (PSIR) DOOR COVER TO THE INSTRUMENT PANEL (IP) ON THE VOLKSWAGEN (VW) PASSAT (MODEL YEARS 2000, 2002).VW HAS INDICATED TO ODI THAT IT HAS NO ADDITIONAL... Read more
PE99036
Opened: May 12, 1999 , Closed: Oct 21, 1999
FOG LAMP FIRE
ALLEGED THAT THE FOG LAMP HOUSING CATCHES FIRE DURING USE
VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT across all model years (1988, 2021).
136
Total Recalls
10,530
Total Complaints
10
Investigations
338
Reported Crashes
368
Reported Fires
15
Reported Deaths
VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 19 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 28 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 18 | View |
| 2018 | 4 | 65 | View |
| 2017 | 7 | 175 | View |
| 2016 | 5 | 179 | View |
| 2015 | 7 | 389 | View |
| 2014 | 10 | 791 | View |
| 2013 | 9 | 1,027 | View |
| 2012 | 11 | 662 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 27 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 226 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 211 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 240 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 341 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 779 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 172 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 348 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 823 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 772 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 558 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 625 | View |
| 1999 | 6 | 854 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 476 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 105 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 185 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 142 | View |
| 1994 (current) | 1 | 36 | |
| 1993 | 3 | 90 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 60 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 30 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 50 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 | View |