2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
4 recalls, 240 complaints - 862 TSBs
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
08V235000 May 28, 2008
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 4,079 MY 2008 PASSAT AND 2,500 MY 2009 TIGUAN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0T FSI ULEV II ENGINES. THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) CONTAINING SOFTWARE THAT MAY NOT PROPERLY CONTROL ENGINE IDLE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING TURNED ON. IN RARE CASES, THE ... Read more
Consequence
AN ENGINE SURGE CAUSED BY AN UNEXPECTED INCREASE IN ENGINE RPM MAY SURPRISE THE VEHICLE OPERATOR AND CAN RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND UPDATE THE ECM SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.
Complaint Statistics
240 total complaints
3 crashes 9 fires 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 43 |
| ENGINE | 42 |
| AIR BAGS | 32 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 16 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 |
| STEERING | 12 |
| POWER TRAIN | 10 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 8 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 4 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 4, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
Electronic brakes lock up during driving. No power going to rear wheels.
TIRES
Jul 4, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
Had for approximately 3 years. Spare tire never on ground but suddenly bulging.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 4, 2025
Incident date: Jun 1, 2025
Electronic brakes lock up during driving. No power going to rear wheels.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
May 16, 2025
Incident date: Apr 16, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal banging sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the passenger in the front passenger’s seat had been struck in the back of the head by the head rest. There was... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 30, 2024
Incident date: Aug 7, 2024
This vehicle stalled while driving. It would totally shut off. Once at 75 mph no warning just shut off. Had a cylinder misfire according to dealership. On 2 other occasions it shut off while driving. On those occasions I was backing up out of a driveway and driving slow on a drive. So very slow spee... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 30, 2024
Incident date: Aug 7, 2024
ON thursday night at about [XXX] i was driving in the carpool lane going north.in the [XXX] , with full tank of gas ; suddenly i felt and here a noise, and the vehicle (2021outback base) start losing power, at the point that totally stop. call 911, and few minutes after the hway patrol came and pu... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 30, 2024
Incident date: Aug 7, 2024
This vehicle stalled while driving. It would totally shut off. Once at 75 mph no warning just shut off. Had a cylinder misfire according to dealership. On 2 other occasions it shut off while driving. On those occasions I was backing up out of a driveway and driving slow on a drive. So very slow spee... Read more
STEERING
Jan 1, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2023
Steering Lock Warning Light flashes yellow and car takes two to three attempts to start. Periodically light changes to red with audible. Car occasionally shuts down while driving but recovers before stopping completely. This has been happening for over a year and is now getting significantly wors... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 7, 2022
Incident date: Sep 27, 2022
There is a recall with the fuel pump and the manufacturer is claiming that I need to replace certain parts to be able to do the recall.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 7, 2022
Incident date: Sep 27, 2022
There is a recall with the fuel pump and the manufacturer is claiming that I need to replace certain parts to be able to do the recall.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 7, 2022
Incident date: Sep 27, 2022
There is a recall with the fuel pump and the manufacturer is claiming that I need to replace certain parts to be able to do the recall.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Aug 30, 2022
Incident date: Mar 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Volkswagen Passat. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V509000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving, the steering became difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that the RPM increased rapidly and the engine revved ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Aug 30, 2022
Incident date: Mar 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Volkswagen Passat. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V509000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving, the steering became difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that the RPM increased rapidly and the engine revved ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 15, 2020
Incident date: Dec 14, 2020
TRANSMISSION WENT INTO NEUTRAL WHILE ACCELERATING AT HIGHWAY SPEED LAST NIGHT. FALSE NEUTRAL? NO NOTICEABLE LIGHTS CAME ON AND FINALLY PUT ITSELF BACK IN GEAR AFTER WE CAME TO A STOP. GEAR SELECTOR WAS NEVER MOVED. I'VE READ MANY PEOPLE HAVING THIS ISSUE AND SEEMS TO BE A TEMP OR SPEED SENSOR IN... Read more
SEATS
Aug 18, 2020
Incident date: Aug 1, 2020
DRIVER SEAT MOVES BACK AND FORTH ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING. ALL LUMBAR AND SEAT SUPPORTS ALSO MOVE WITHOUT WARNING WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE IN MOTION.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jul 27, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER SON WAS DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. RECENTLY, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE CONTACT'S SON HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECH... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 13, 2020
Incident date: May 1, 2020
I RECEIVED THE CALL SO I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW I CAN CONTACT YOU OR WHEN I COULD MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO TAKE MY CAR THANK YOU VERY MUCH MY CAR HAS LIGHTS ON AIR BAGS BRAND I WOULD LOVE TO BRING MY CAR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE THANK YOU VERY MUCH! *TR
STEERING
Mar 5, 2020
Incident date: Mar 5, 2020
WHEN I TURN ON AC THE CAR LOSES POWER AND THE BATTER ICON AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP. AFTER I TURNED OFF AC AND ATTEMPTED TO RESTART CAR AFTER A FEW TRYS IT STARTED BACK UP AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT OFF.. THIS HAD NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE
ENGINE
Mar 5, 2020
Incident date: Mar 5, 2020
WHEN I TURN ON AC THE CAR LOSES POWER AND THE BATTER ICON AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP. AFTER I TURNED OFF AC AND ATTEMPTED TO RESTART CAR AFTER A FEW TRYS IT STARTED BACK UP AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT OFF.. THIS HAD NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 5, 2020
Incident date: Mar 5, 2020
WHEN I TURN ON AC THE CAR LOSES POWER AND THE BATTER ICON AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP. AFTER I TURNED OFF AC AND ATTEMPTED TO RESTART CAR AFTER A FEW TRYS IT STARTED BACK UP AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WENT OFF.. THIS HAD NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 12, 2019
Incident date: Dec 12, 2019
I BOUGHT THE CAR AROUND MID-SEPTEMBER 2019. I'VE BEEN DRIVING IT SINCE AND JUST RECENTLY, I'D SAY DECEMBER 9TH, 2019 TO BE EXACT, GOT A LETTER IN THE MAIL SAYING MY VEHICLE HAD A RECALL FOR THE AIRBAG. I WENT ONLINE TO THE CAR BRANDS WEBSITE AND LOOKED UP MY EXACT CAR TO VERIFY. UPON DOING THIS, I D... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 12, 2019
Incident date: Dec 12, 2019
I BOUGHT THE CAR AROUND MID-SEPTEMBER 2019. I'VE BEEN DRIVING IT SINCE AND JUST RECENTLY, I'D SAY DECEMBER 9TH, 2019 TO BE EXACT, GOT A LETTER IN THE MAIL SAYING MY VEHICLE HAD A RECALL FOR THE AIRBAG. I WENT ONLINE TO THE CAR BRANDS WEBSITE AND LOOKED UP MY EXACT CAR TO VERIFY. UPON DOING THIS, I D... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 17, 2019
Incident date: Oct 4, 2019
REFERENCE NTSA VEHICLE SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 08V235000. IT IDENTIFIES A ENGINE SURGE AND RESULTANT VEHICLE SURGE FOR VW PASSATS IN THE YEAR 2008. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2008 VW PASSAT LUX WAGON AND HAVE HAD THIS HAPPEN TO ME AT LEAST 6 TIMES SINCE THE END OF JUNE WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR. MOST RECENT... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 4, 2019
Incident date: Apr 25, 2019
TL* TAKATA RECALL. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN TOWED TO THE OWNER'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT NOTIFIED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V509000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). TH... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 4, 2019
Incident date: Apr 25, 2019
TL* TAKATA RECALL. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN TOWED TO THE OWNER'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT NOTIFIED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V509000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). TH... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 14, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
HAD FUEL MODULE RECALL FIXED AT DEALERSHIP AND 5 MONTHS LATER THE PROBLEM IS BACK THE FIX FOR THE RECALL DOES NOT WORK OR LAST NEEDS TO HAVE ANOTHER RECALL PUT OUT ON THE 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 14, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
HAD FUEL MODULE RECALL FIXED AT DEALERSHIP AND 5 MONTHS LATER THE PROBLEM IS BACK THE FIX FOR THE RECALL DOES NOT WORK OR LAST NEEDS TO HAVE ANOTHER RECALL PUT OUT ON THE 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
STEERING
Mar 29, 2019
Incident date: Jan 4, 2019
"STEERING COLUMN LOCK DEFECTIVE" WARNING DISPLAYS ON THE OBD PANEL REGULARLY, YET RANDOMLY SINCE PURCHASING VEHICLE. BOUGHT IN 2011 ODOMETER 5,989, NOW IN 2019 60,000 MI. HAVE REPORTED THIS TO VW DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES DURING SERVICE MAINTENANCE. ALWAYS TOLD THAT NO CODE POPS, AND NO RECALL HAS BEEN ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 17, 2019
Incident date: Mar 11, 2019
THE FUEL PUMP OF MY CAR STOPPED WORKING LAST MONDAY MARCH 11, 2018 FOR NO REASON.
ENGINE
Mar 7, 2019
Incident date: Jan 18, 2019
DURING AN UNRELATED SERVICE, MY ENGINE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A TIMING CHAIN PROBLEM. THE SERVICE PERSONNEL INDICATED THAT MY TIMING CHAIN HAS EXTENSIVE WEAR AND WILL FAIL AT SOME POINT IN THE NEAR FUTURE. THE ENGINE ONLY HAS 75,000 MILES. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING WITH THE LOW MILES ON THE VEHICL... Read more
WHEELS
Feb 16, 2019
Incident date: Dec 19, 2018
HELLO NHTSA I HAVE A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT THAT WAS RECALLED ABOUT AN AIRBAG THIS TO ME WAS UNSAFE I TRIED TO GET IT FIXED A SOON AS POSSIBLE,GETTING TO THE VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP I LEAVE MY PASSAT TO THEM TO FIX IT LIKE THE LETTER I RECEIVED IN THE MAIL SAID I WOULD PAY ANYTHING OUT OF POCKET, I GE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 16, 2019
Incident date: Dec 19, 2018
HELLO NHTSA I HAVE A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT THAT WAS RECALLED ABOUT AN AIRBAG THIS TO ME WAS UNSAFE I TRIED TO GET IT FIXED A SOON AS POSSIBLE,GETTING TO THE VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP I LEAVE MY PASSAT TO THEM TO FIX IT LIKE THE LETTER I RECEIVED IN THE MAIL SAID I WOULD PAY ANYTHING OUT OF POCKET, I GE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 16, 2019
Incident date: Dec 19, 2018
HELLO NHTSA I HAVE A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT THAT WAS RECALLED ABOUT AN AIRBAG THIS TO ME WAS UNSAFE I TRIED TO GET IT FIXED A SOON AS POSSIBLE,GETTING TO THE VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP I LEAVE MY PASSAT TO THEM TO FIX IT LIKE THE LETTER I RECEIVED IN THE MAIL SAID I WOULD PAY ANYTHING OUT OF POCKET, I GE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 12, 2019
Incident date: Feb 9, 2019
MY WIFE AND I PURCHASED A 2008 VW PASSAT 2.0 SEDAN NEW FROM A VW DEALERSHIP AND RECENTLY (WITHIN THE PAST 6-8 MONTHS THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON FROM TIME TO TIME). BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IS NOT A PRIMARY VEHICLE FOR ME OR MY WIFE IT IS SELDOM DRIVEN, BUT ABOUT 2 TO3 MONTHS AGO I NOTICE THE AIR BAG LIGH... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 12, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2018
I HAD THE RECALL FOR THE FUEL PUMP REPAIRED IN AUGUST 2018 BY THE WILMINGTON DEALERSHIP. I DON'T BELIEVE IT WAS EITHER DONE RIGHT OR HOWEVER THEY DID IT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE IN OCTOBER 2018 MY CAR IS HAVING THE RECALL PROBLEM STARTING AGAIN WHICH IS CAUSING GASOLINE TO RUN OUT IMMEDIATEL... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 12, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2018
I HAD THE RECALL FOR THE FUEL PUMP REPAIRED IN AUGUST 2018 BY THE WILMINGTON DEALERSHIP. I DON'T BELIEVE IT WAS EITHER DONE RIGHT OR HOWEVER THEY DID IT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE IN OCTOBER 2018 MY CAR IS HAVING THE RECALL PROBLEM STARTING AGAIN WHICH IS CAUSING GASOLINE TO RUN OUT IMMEDIATEL... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 12, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2018
I HAD THE RECALL FOR THE FUEL PUMP REPAIRED IN AUGUST 2018 BY THE WILMINGTON DEALERSHIP. I DON'T BELIEVE IT WAS EITHER DONE RIGHT OR HOWEVER THEY DID IT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE IN OCTOBER 2018 MY CAR IS HAVING THE RECALL PROBLEM STARTING AGAIN WHICH IS CAUSING GASOLINE TO RUN OUT IMMEDIATEL... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 21, 2018
Incident date: Sep 14, 2018
MY 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT ENGINE CUT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING, IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED IF I WAS ON THE EXPRESS WAY. FORTUNATELY, I WAS ON A CITY STREET AND WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 20, 2018
Incident date: Jul 3, 2018
WATER LEAKING IN FROM SUNROOF. FOOT WELLS ON PASSANGER SIDE FILLED WITH WATER. WATER DRIPS FROM SUN VISOR ATTACHMENT. AIR BAG FAULT LIGHT CAME ON SOON AFTER I NOTICED THIS.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 31, 2018
Incident date: Jul 31, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED BY AN UNKNOWN DEALER PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V509000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE), BUT THE REMEDY FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 19, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING ONTO THE REAR SEATS OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND REPAIRS AT GEBHARDT VOLKSWAGEN (2470 49TH ST, BOULDER, CO 80301, (... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 17, 2018
Incident date: Jun 1, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THE FUEL PUMP WATER PUMP AND POWER LOSS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 17, 2018
Incident date: Jun 1, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THE FUEL PUMP WATER PUMP AND POWER LOSS
ENGINE
Jul 17, 2018
Incident date: Jun 1, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THE FUEL PUMP WATER PUMP AND POWER LOSS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 10, 2018
Incident date: Jul 9, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (BOMMARITO CADILLAC INC., 4190 I-70 NORTH OUTER ROAD, ST PETERS, MISSOURI 63370) TO BE REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V509000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FUEL FIL... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 6, 2018
Incident date: Jun 30, 2018
VEHICLE HESITATES WHEN TURNING CORNERS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 4, 2018
Incident date: May 31, 2017
ENGINE SEIZED WHILE DRIVING ON ROADWAY DUE TO METAL SHAVINGS FROM "CAM FOLLOWER" FOR HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. A POOR CAMSHAFT LOBE DESIGN CAUSED METAL SHAVINGS FROM CAM FOLLOWER TO GOUGE INTO CAMSHAFT JOURNALS GUIDES OF CYLINDER HEAD. A KNOWN VW ISSUE, YET THEY HAVE NOT LOOKED TO HELP CONSUMERS. THE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Jun 28, 2018
Incident date: Jun 27, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER, BUT WAS ABLE TO RESTART AFTER APPROXIMATELY TWENTY MINUTES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT OF N... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 13, 2018
Incident date: Jun 29, 2017
ON OR AROUND JUNE 2017 VW SERVICE DEPARTMENT REPLACED FUEL PUMP AND MODULE/ O-RING DUE TO FUEL PUMP RUNNING WITH IGNITION OFF AND MODULE THAT GOES TO PUMP WAS VERY HOT. COST WAS $946.98. ON OR AROUND OCTOBER 2017 I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE FUEL PUMP RUNNING CONTINUOUSLY RESULTING IN A DRA... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 9, 2018
Incident date: Jun 9, 2018
THERE IS A RECALL INVOLVING MY 2008 VOLKSWAGON PASSAT SEDAN. THE FUEL PUMP RECALL. THERE ISN'T A REMEDY AND I JUST FEEL VERY UNSAFE UNTIL SOMETHING IS FIXED! I HOPE TO HEAR BACK FROM SOMEBODY SOON!
Showing 50 of 240 complaints.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2008 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) | 20.0 | 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, 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
862 manufacturer communications from 533 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 84 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 82 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 77 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 68 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 61 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 55 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 28 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 27 |
V171901201285567
Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171905201285566
Sep 28, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V271901201189425
Sep 7, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger. Update Tool terminology
V0018092053065_4
Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V271503201607612
Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
V171901201285564
Jul 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V271901201189424
Jun 28, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V2719012011894_2
Jun 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V011812201460319
Jun 27, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
V171806201781318
Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V171806201781318
Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V171901201285563
Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171901201285563
Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V0116132033805_8
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
V001713203384619
Jun 15, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline fuel additive
V011615201481517
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V011615201481517
Jun 15, 2023
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V191701202254810
May 22, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285559
Mar 21, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
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.
SM 13-2023
Mar 9, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.
V4016012043146_2
Feb 20, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Strut or Shock leak assessment.
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.
VWP-23-01
Feb 6, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01
V171901201285558
Feb 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V691901201047915
Feb 2, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
V691901201047915
Feb 2, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285557
Jan 12, 2023
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.
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).
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).
V171901201285554
Oct 18, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil ) excluding Routan & ID.4attachments. (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.
V0116132033805_6
Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
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 AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil pressure priming.
TT 13 20 01_2
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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
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.
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.
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 (PWS)
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
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
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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 (current) | 4 | 240 | |
| 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 | 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 |