2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
7 recalls, 341 complaints - 746 TSBs
24V834000 Oct 30, 2024
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69EG, 69GQ, and 69E6.
18V247000 Apr 18, 2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan and wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q8. Note: This reca... Read more
18V148000 Mar 6, 2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This r... Read more
17V509000 Aug 16, 2017
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.
Consequence
If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.
16V078000 Feb 10, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are av... Read more
06V470000 Dec 12, 2006
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN '6' GENERATION PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL DURING HEAVY RAIN DUE TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE ENTERING THE WIPER MOTOR. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE WIPERS CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Consequence
THIS COULD LEAD TO REDUCED VISIBILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPECIAL COVER AND SEALING KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.
06V472000 Dec 12, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L ENGINE WITH 147 KW MAY HAVE A VACUUM LINE THAT MAY FRACTURE AND BECOME DISCONNECTED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES.
Consequence
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE POWER ASSIST CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE, AND THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE INCREASED EFFORT TO APPLY THE BRAKES POSSIBLY INCREASING VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE. THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED VACUUM LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.
Complaint Statistics
341 total complaints
7 crashes 6 fires 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 102 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 33 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 31 |
| ENGINE | 29 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 16 |
| STEERING | 15 |
| POWER TRAIN | 12 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 10 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 10 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 |
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Dec 29, 2025
Incident date: Dec 29, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that there was water intrusion in the vehicle on rainy days and while washing the vehicle. The contact stated that water was entering the vehicle through both the middle and the passenger's sides of the windshield. The vehicle... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 29, 2025
Incident date: Dec 29, 2025
My vehicle was apart of the GM L87 recall. I took it to the dealership and it passed the recall and received the remedy which was an oil change. Now about 3 months later, I was driving in the highway at approximately 70 mph when the vehicle lost power and shifted to neutral. I had to attempt to veer... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 29, 2023
Incident date: Aug 29, 2023
All the warning lights on dashboard light up engine losses power then stop, after setting for two hours the engine restarts, the engine light is only light on. Drive for one or two days light goes off like nothings wrong. Then two or three day’s latter it will do it again. This has been going on f... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 20, 2022
Incident date: Jul 20, 2022
The timing belt is terrible on this vehicle. This is the same model and engine as the last recall but mine didn’t qualify because it is a 2007 not a 2008. The belt is and chain are completely unstable and prone to catastrophic failure that can happen anytime while driving especially on the highway... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 20, 2022
Incident date: Jul 20, 2022
The timing belt is terrible on this vehicle. This is the same model and engine as the last recall but mine didn’t qualify because it is a 2007 not a 2008. The belt is and chain are completely unstable and prone to catastrophic failure that can happen anytime while driving especially on the highway... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 11, 2022
Incident date: May 25, 2022
To start off, this car has common failures of the High Pressure Fuel Pump Cam Follower. This poses serious risk of damage to the engine when the follower is blown throw and the car goes into limp mode and if this happens on road it could be catastrophic. There were no warnings that this was the issu... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 11, 2022
Incident date: May 25, 2022
To start off, this car has common failures of the High Pressure Fuel Pump Cam Follower. This poses serious risk of damage to the engine when the follower is blown throw and the car goes into limp mode and if this happens on road it could be catastrophic. There were no warnings that this was the issu... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 11, 2022
Incident date: May 25, 2022
To start off, this car has common failures of the High Pressure Fuel Pump Cam Follower. This poses serious risk of damage to the engine when the follower is blown throw and the car goes into limp mode and if this happens on road it could be catastrophic. There were no warnings that this was the issu... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 2, 2022
Incident date: Apr 20, 2022
The brakes totally went out on my vehicle with no warning. It first started when I bought the car, the brake pad (almost brand new) almost set my left front rotor on fire within 10 minutes of driving. If I didn’t pull over there’s no question that my car would’ve set on fire. My fuel like was ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 2, 2022
Incident date: Apr 20, 2022
The brakes totally went out on my vehicle with no warning. It first started when I bought the car, the brake pad (almost brand new) almost set my left front rotor on fire within 10 minutes of driving. If I didn’t pull over there’s no question that my car would’ve set on fire. My fuel like was ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 19, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
While I was operating the vehicle the vehicle stopped in the middle of the street. It was told to me it's the fuel system. The car has been diagnosed back in November of 2021. The fuel pump is not getting fire to the other.
AIR BAGS
Jan 2, 2022
Incident date: Nov 20, 2021
The Air bag fault message came on the dash. My VW Passat car was not involved in any accident. I took the car to VW dealer for the diagnosis for which I was charged. The air bag fault message is no longer there but I am sure my air bags have not been replaced. I have been advised that I may have to ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 14, 2021
Incident date: Feb 14, 2021
I WAS DRIVING AND 2 LIGHT CAME ON , THE BATTERY LIGHT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I RAN IT THOUGH A SCANNER AND THE CODES THAT POPPED UP WERE CODE P0087 AND P2293
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 14, 2021
Incident date: Feb 14, 2021
I WAS DRIVING AND 2 LIGHT CAME ON , THE BATTERY LIGHT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I RAN IT THOUGH A SCANNER AND THE CODES THAT POPPED UP WERE CODE P0087 AND P2293
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 9, 2020
Incident date: Nov 2, 2020
JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR AND AT 94206 MILES ON IT I CAN'T SEE HOW THE AIR COMPRESSOR WOULD GO OUT AND I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY FOR IT I WANT TO SEE IF THERE IS RECALL ON THIS AT ALL IT'S A 2007 PLUS THERE 2 RECALLS NUMBER ARE 1ST ONE IS 20AE- NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 17V509 AUGUST 16 2017 AND NOW 2ND ONE I... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 9, 2020
Incident date: Nov 2, 2020
JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR AND AT 94206 MILES ON IT I CAN'T SEE HOW THE AIR COMPRESSOR WOULD GO OUT AND I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY FOR IT I WANT TO SEE IF THERE IS RECALL ON THIS AT ALL IT'S A 2007 PLUS THERE 2 RECALLS NUMBER ARE 1ST ONE IS 20AE- NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 17V509 AUGUST 16 2017 AND NOW 2ND ONE I... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 9, 2020
Incident date: Nov 2, 2020
JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR AND AT 94206 MILES ON IT I CAN'T SEE HOW THE AIR COMPRESSOR WOULD GO OUT AND I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY FOR IT I WANT TO SEE IF THERE IS RECALL ON THIS AT ALL IT'S A 2007 PLUS THERE 2 RECALLS NUMBER ARE 1ST ONE IS 20AE- NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 17V509 AUGUST 16 2017 AND NOW 2ND ONE I... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 8, 2020
Incident date: May 22, 2020
MY 16 BOUGHT A CAR FROM BOMMARITO VW HAZELWOOD, THEY TOLD US IT HAD PRIOR ENGINE WORK AND THE CUSTOMER COULDN'T PAY FOR THE CHARGES SO THEY SOLD US THE CAR. WHEN TEST DRIVING WE HEARD A CLUNK EVERY TIME YOU WOULD EXCEL. THE SALESMAN SAID IT WAS STUFF IN THE TRUNK. COME TO FIND OUT THERE ARE NO MOT... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jun 8, 2020
Incident date: May 22, 2020
MY 16 BOUGHT A CAR FROM BOMMARITO VW HAZELWOOD, THEY TOLD US IT HAD PRIOR ENGINE WORK AND THE CUSTOMER COULDN'T PAY FOR THE CHARGES SO THEY SOLD US THE CAR. WHEN TEST DRIVING WE HEARD A CLUNK EVERY TIME YOU WOULD EXCEL. THE SALESMAN SAID IT WAS STUFF IN THE TRUNK. COME TO FIND OUT THERE ARE NO MOT... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 11, 2020
Incident date: Dec 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE MESSAGE "STEERING LOCK MODULE FAILURE" HAD DISPLAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE DUE RANDOM STALLING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WOUL... Read more
STEERING
Feb 11, 2020
Incident date: Dec 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE MESSAGE "STEERING LOCK MODULE FAILURE" HAD DISPLAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE DUE RANDOM STALLING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WOUL... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 10, 2020
Incident date: Feb 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 VW PASSAT SEDAN. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, WHEN HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND SEEN FLAMES COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT STATED IMMEDIATLEY STOPPED THE VEHICEL AND ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE HOOD BUT WAS UNABLE DUE TO THE FLAMES. THE CONT... Read more
Fire
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Jan 16, 2020
Incident date: Jan 15, 2020
THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOES NOT WANT TO DOWNSHIFT. PER THE MANUFACTURER INSTRUCTIONS/OWNER MANUAL WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS NEW, THE OIL CHANGE FOR THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WAS NOT RECOMMENDED IN CONTRARY. THAT CHANGE IN FEW YEARS IN VW BOOKS BUT THE CONSUMERS WHERE NEVER INFORMED ABOUT IT. THE I... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 9, 2019
Incident date: Sep 4, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE. AFTER THE CONTACT INSPECTED UNDER AND AROUND THE VEHICLE, HE LIFTED UP THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT AND NOTICED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE ON THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP WAS FRACTURED. THE... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 27, 2019
Incident date: Jun 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED OIL ON TOP OF THE ENGINE. CAMEL BACK VOLKSWAGEN (1499 E. CAMEL BACK RD, PHOENIX, AZ) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE ... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 27, 2019
Incident date: Jun 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED OIL ON TOP OF THE ENGINE. CAMEL BACK VOLKSWAGEN (1499 E. CAMEL BACK RD, PHOENIX, AZ) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 5, 2019
Incident date: Jun 27, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER MALFUNCTION INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. ALSO, A SPEED WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HANLEES HILLTOP VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 3255 AUTO PLAZA, RICHMOND, CA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 5, 2019
Incident date: Jun 27, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER MALFUNCTION INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. ALSO, A SPEED WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HANLEES HILLTOP VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 3255 AUTO PLAZA, RICHMOND, CA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Jun 5, 2019
Incident date: Jun 27, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER MALFUNCTION INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. ALSO, A SPEED WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HANLEES HILLTOP VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 3255 AUTO PLAZA, RICHMOND, CA... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 4, 2019
Incident date: Jun 6, 2017
ON A TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY IN EARLY JUNE 2017, I WAS ACCELERATING FROM ABOUT 20 MILES/H TO 40 MILES/HOUR ON BRADDOCK ROAD EASTBOUND WHILE ON ITS BRIDGE CROSSING THE CAPITAL BELTWAY (I-495 IN VA) WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY JOLTED FORWARD. NO OTHER INDICATORS WENT ON AT THE TIME, BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 2, 2019
Incident date: Dec 31, 2018
RECALL ID 280936 I HAVE CONTACTED VW ABOUT THE RECALL, I FILED A REIMBURSEMENT CLAIM, BUT THEY HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO APPROVED IT BECAUSE I FIXED MY CAR ON MY OWN, I TOOK MY CAR TO A MECHANIC WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED, THEY COULD NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, THEN I TOOK TO ANOTHER MECHANIC, THE PROBLEM WAS ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 26, 2019
Incident date: Jan 8, 2019
BOTH RECALLS WERE NOT CORRECTED WHEN THIS VEHICLE WAS SITTING AT THE EPIC MOTORSPORTS DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN ROSEMONT ILLINOIS
AIR BAGS
Jan 26, 2019
Incident date: Jan 8, 2019
BOTH RECALLS WERE NOT CORRECTED WHEN THIS VEHICLE WAS SITTING AT THE EPIC MOTORSPORTS DEALERSHIP LOCATED IN ROSEMONT ILLINOIS
ENGINE
Dec 7, 2018
Incident date: Apr 6, 2018
THE WELD BEADS ON THE DOWN PIPE FLANGE ADJACENT TO THE TURBO CHARGER FAILED AND RESULTED IN A HUGE EXHAUST LEAK. THE HEAT (COMING OUT FROM THE OPENING) GOT TRAPPED IN THE ENGINE BAY AND MELTED THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTED WITH THE BRAKE BOOSTER. AS A RESULT, POWER DECREASED BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY, BREAKI... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 7, 2018
Incident date: Apr 6, 2018
THE WELD BEADS ON THE DOWN PIPE FLANGE ADJACENT TO THE TURBO CHARGER FAILED AND RESULTED IN A HUGE EXHAUST LEAK. THE HEAT (COMING OUT FROM THE OPENING) GOT TRAPPED IN THE ENGINE BAY AND MELTED THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTED WITH THE BRAKE BOOSTER. AS A RESULT, POWER DECREASED BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY, BREAKI... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 21, 2018
Incident date: Nov 20, 2018
MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AND THE AIRBAG IS MAKES NOISE THAT IS IRRITATING.
AIR BAGS
Nov 14, 2018
Incident date: Oct 29, 2018
TAKATA RECALL: I BROUGHT MY 2007 PASSAT TO KUHN VW IN TAMPA, FL. AT FIRST THEY REFUSED TO FIX THE RECALL, BECAUSE VW WAS COMING OUT WITH ANOTHER ONE IN A FEW MONTHS AND THEY WOULDNT RECEIVE PAYMENT FOR THE FIRST ONE. I CAME BACK 2 MONTHS LATER IN JULY 2018 AND HAD THE RECALL COMPLETED. I DECIDED ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 14, 2018
Incident date: Sep 15, 2018
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V247000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THELEN AUDI VOLKSWAGEN MAZDA (1112 NORTH EUCLID AVENUE,... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 10, 2018
Incident date: Sep 28, 2018
WE HAVE BEEN WAITING ON A LIST TO GET THE AIRBAG REPLACED. MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A REAR END COLLISION WITH AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, AND CAR IS CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS AND LUCKY NO ONE WAS HURT. THE CAR SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN DRIVEN UNTIL IT WAS FIXED BUT THAT IS NOT POSSIBLE, I THINK VW SHOULD HAVE AT LE... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Sep 13, 2018
Incident date: Jun 14, 2017
2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION *JS
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 13, 2018
Incident date: Jun 14, 2017
2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION *JS
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 13, 2018
Incident date: Jun 14, 2017
2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION *JS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 10, 2018
Incident date: Sep 7, 2018
THERE IS AN ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN DEFECT WHICH MAKES THE CAR STOP ALL OF A SUDDEN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DRIVE. AFTER THAT, THE CAR WOULD NOT START EVEN AFTER TRYING FOR AT LEAST A MINUTE. THIS IS DANGEROUS AS THE CAR JUST STOPS WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING.
STEERING
Sep 10, 2018
Incident date: Sep 7, 2018
THERE IS AN ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN DEFECT WHICH MAKES THE CAR STOP ALL OF A SUDDEN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DRIVE. AFTER THAT, THE CAR WOULD NOT START EVEN AFTER TRYING FOR AT LEAST A MINUTE. THIS IS DANGEROUS AS THE CAR JUST STOPS WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 22, 2018
Incident date: Jul 30, 2018
I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM A USED CAR DEALER ON 7/26. I TEST DROVE IT AND EVERYTHING WAS RUNNING SMOOTHLY. THE VEHICLE HAD 124K MILES. I BOUGHT THE CAR IN LAS VEGAS, NV WITH THE INTENT ON TAKING IT TO CALIFORNIA FOR MY TEENAGE DAUGHTER TO HAVE IN COLLEGE. ON 7,30, I WAS DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE WOU... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 21, 2018
Incident date: Aug 10, 2017
THE LOW BEAM LIGHTS PROVIDE EXTREMELY POOR LIGHTING RESULTING IN VERY POOR VISIBILITY AND CREATING A CONCERNING UNSAFE NIGHT DRIVING. THE FRONT PROJECTOR HEADLAMPS FIXTURE INSTALLED IN THIS MODEL ARE VERY POOR AND CREATES A VERY DANGEROUS DRIVING, I HAVE TRIED TO UPGRADE THE LAMPS BUT THERE IS NOT I... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 20, 2018
Incident date: Aug 20, 2018
2007 PASSAT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE PARTS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE RECALL WERE UNAVAILABLE. *JS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 16, 2018
Incident date: Jun 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THREE DAYS AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, AN ABNORMAL ODOR OF FUEL CAME FROM THE VEHICLE. A DAY LATER, THE ODOR WORSENED AND THE CONTACT COULD NOT ENTER THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED MOMENTUM VOLK... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 16, 2018
Incident date: Jun 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THREE DAYS AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, AN ABNORMAL ODOR OF FUEL CAME FROM THE VEHICLE. A DAY LATER, THE ODOR WORSENED AND THE CONTACT COULD NOT ENTER THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED MOMENTUM VOLK... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 14, 2018
Incident date: Aug 10, 2018
TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT INTO GEARS SMOOTHLY OR SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. CAR HAS TROUBLE SHIFTING INTO GEAR GOING INTO REVERSE, WHILE DRIVING NORMALLY GOING 40 MILES AN HOUR IN TRAFFIC, AFTER A STOP AT A STOP LIGHT OR AFTER PUTTING ON BREAKS TO SLOW DOWN BEHIND CAR THAT HAS PUT ON BREAKS. WHILE PRES... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Premium | $3,150 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 28.0 | 22.0 | Premium | $3,450 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 26.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
746 manufacturer communications from 465 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 72 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 60 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 58 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 53 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 53 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 37 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 23 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 23 |
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.
TRMDMV_MA_VW
Mar 13, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,498 Volkswagen owners in the State of Massachusetts on March 13, 2023.
TRMDMV_NM_VW
Mar 13, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 363 Volkswagen owners in the State of New Mexico on March 13, 2023.
TRMDMV_CO_VW
Feb 13, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,414 Volkswagen owners in the State of Colorado on February 13, 2023.
V171901201285556
Dec 12, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
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.
WLA-22-15
Nov 16, 2022
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
ACC Calibration Process
V171901201285555
Nov 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
TRMDMV_NY_VW
Oct 17, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the New York DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,743 Volkswagen owners in the State of New York on October 17, 2022.
TT 01 20 05_4
Sep 22, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
DTC's P053F,P0087, P0088, P1025 may set due to the high pressure fuel pump being out of time (sync).
TRMDPS_SC_VW
Sep 19, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,824 Volkswagen owners in the state of South Carolina on September 19, 2022.
V241801204513812
Sep 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
V171901201285553
Aug 30, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V241801204513811
Aug 25, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
CT_batt_charger
Aug 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
V171901201285551
Aug 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V171901201285551
Aug 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
TRMDMV_PR_VW
Jul 25, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 158 Volkswagen owners in the State of Puerto Rico on
TRMDMV_PR_VW
Jul 25, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 158 Volkswagen owners in the State of Puerto Rico on Ju
TRMDMV_VA_VW
Jul 21, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,217 VW owners in the State of Virginia on July 21, 2022
V171806201781317
Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil consumption measurement.
V171901201285550
Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
TRMDMV_GA_VW
Jun 23, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,588 Volkswagen owners in the State of Georgia on June
V011812201460318
Jun 22, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
V011812201460318
Jun 22, 2022
119111 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
SM 48-2022
Jun 15, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
V011615201481514
Jun 15, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality.
V171901201285548
Jun 15, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285548
Jun 15, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V001713203384615
Jun 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.
V3718022033975_8
Jun 14, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto Trans fluid requirements.
V271901201189420
Jun 8, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS
V271901201189420
Jun 8, 2022
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS
V171901201285547
Jun 6, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.
V171901201285547
Jun 6, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.
TT 13 20 01_2
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil pressure priming.
TT 13 20 01_2
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil pressure priming.
TT 01 20 05_3
May 19, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Diagnostic aid for DTC P0088 & P1025.
V871812200556627
May 18, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Cleaning of Heating and Ventilation system, Updated to include additional model year applicability and cost of cleaning solution in warranty table.
V271901201189419
May 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.
TT 27-10-02_4
May 12, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.
TRMDMV_CA_VW
May 4, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 7,152 Volkswagen owners in the State of California on April 29, 2022.
V171901201285546
Apr 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
VWP-22-03
Apr 25, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-03
V941901201152118
Apr 7, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation. Update model year applicability to include 2022.
TRMALEA_AL_VW
Mar 23, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,387 Volkswagen owners in the State of Alabama on March 23, 2022.
V171901201285545
Mar 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171806201781316
Mar 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil consumption measurement. Update procedure and work sheet.
V271503201607611
Mar 2, 2022
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.
V1917012022548_9
Feb 24, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.
V171901201285544
Feb 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
VOS-22-07
Feb 7, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
"Instructional document regarding the installation of a hotfix for the ODIS service software. Hotfix is to be used during the following actions: Brake Electronics (ABS) A3 Passat NMS Software Configuration/Coding
TRMDPSSC_VW
Jan 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,571 Volkswagen owners in the state of South Carolina on January 24, 2022.
TRMDOTPA_VW
Jan 24, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,041 Volkswagen owners in the state of Pennsylvania on January 24, 2022.
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
A002155201173212
Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
V171901201285542
Dec 13, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V271901201189417
Dec 6, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing using VW special tools, updated to include additional model year applicability and include I.D.4.
TT 01 21 03
Dec 3, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in Control Module -623- after repair.
V171901201285541
Dec 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V691901201047914
Nov 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285540
Oct 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V0018092053065_3
Oct 26, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
V171901201285539
Sep 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285539
Sep 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V2418012045138_9
Sep 2, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to model year applicability.
TRMDMVID_VW
Aug 30, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Idaho DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 406 Volkswagen owners in the State of Idaho on August 30, 2021.
V171901201285537
Jul 28, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285537
Jul 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285536
Jun 29, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171806201781315
Jun 22, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil consumption measurement.
V001713203384614
Jun 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
V001713203384614
Jun 22, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
V011812201460317
Jun 21, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM)
TRMDMVNY_VW
Jun 21, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the New York DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,206 Volkswagen owners in the State of New York on June 21, 2021.
V011615201481513
Jun 21, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
V011615201481513
Jun 21, 2021
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171901201285535
Jun 3, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V871812200556626
May 18, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Removing musty odor from A/C system. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
TRMTXDMV_VW
May 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Texas DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 12,375 Volkswagen owners in the State of Texas on May 17, 2021.
V171901201285534
May 11, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
ELSAallignVW
Apr 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time w
TT 00 13 04_6
Apr 9, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts ordering information
V171901201285533
Apr 5, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285533
Apr 5, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
SM 22-2021
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
V941901201152117
Mar 2, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.
V011615201481512
Mar 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
V2418012045138_9
Feb 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to brochure purchase url
V001713203384613
Feb 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.
V011812201460316
Feb 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction updated to include model year 2021
V171901201285532
Feb 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.
TT 97 14 02
Jan 29, 2021
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Data link diagnostics and tips
V1719012012855_3
Jan 25, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Updated to include an additional model year applicability.
V271901201189416
Jan 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
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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).
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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 (current) | 7 | 341 | |
| 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 | 1 | 36 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 90 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 60 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 30 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 50 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 | View |