2011 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
0 recalls — 27 complaints — 840 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
27 total complaints
5 crashes 3 fires 3 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 6 |
| AIR BAGS | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
Nov 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
After recall 20AE (Fuel Pump Control Module) was completed at Performance Volkswagen in Lyndhurst, NJ, my vehicle began shutting off while idling and displayed code P0087 – Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low. This issue began immediately after the recall was done. On one of the first nights after t... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
After recall 20AE (Fuel Pump Control Module) was completed at Performance Volkswagen in Lyndhurst, NJ, my vehicle began shutting off while idling and displayed code P0087 – Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low. This issue began immediately after the recall was done. On one of the first nights after t... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 5, 2025
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
After recall 20AE (Fuel Pump Control Module) was completed at Performance Volkswagen in Lyndhurst, NJ, my vehicle began shutting off while idling and displayed code P0087 – Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low. This issue began immediately after the recall was done. On one of the first nights after t... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 22, 2021
Incident date: Jun 10, 2020
VEHICLE HAS NO COMPRESSION. VILKSWAGOM DEALERSHIP STATED THAT TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED WILL COST $10000 TO FIX
AIR BAGS
Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2019
DAUGHTER WAS KILLED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION IN HER 2011 VOLKSWAGEN CC WHEN HER AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM A DEALER ON OCTOBER 30TH, 2018, 5 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CRASH. SHE WAS TRAVELING THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT ON A COUNTY 2 LANE ROAD WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT HER HEAD ON. THE ... Read more
Crash
1 deaths
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 15, 2020
Incident date: Oct 14, 2020
WATER PUMP DEFECT CAUSES TIMING CHAIN MALFUNCTIONING AS VEHICLE MAY STALL WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE MAY OVERHEAT AS WATER FAILURE CAUSES ANTIFREEZE TO LEAK AND CAUSE OVERHEATING TO FIRE HAZARD.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 15, 2020
Incident date: Oct 14, 2020
WATER PUMP DEFECT CAUSES TIMING CHAIN MALFUNCTIONING AS VEHICLE MAY STALL WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE MAY OVERHEAT AS WATER FAILURE CAUSES ANTIFREEZE TO LEAK AND CAUSE OVERHEATING TO FIRE HAZARD.
AIR BAGS
Oct 15, 2020
Incident date: Oct 14, 2020
WATER PUMP DEFECT CAUSES TIMING CHAIN MALFUNCTIONING AS VEHICLE MAY STALL WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE MAY OVERHEAT AS WATER FAILURE CAUSES ANTIFREEZE TO LEAK AND CAUSE OVERHEATING TO FIRE HAZARD.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 6, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2011
VEHICLE MISSING ENGINE CRADLE AFTER BEING REPAIRED AT A CERTIFIED DEALER. VEHICLE MISSING SUBFRAME SCREW AFTER BEING REPAIRED AT CERTIFIED VOLKSWAGEN DESLERSHIP(STONE MOUNTAIN VW AND MARIETTA VW) BOTH LOCATIONS IN GEORGIA. VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN WITH DEFECT WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE. VEHICLE HAS MULTIPLE... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Mar 6, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2011
VEHICLE MISSING ENGINE CRADLE AFTER BEING REPAIRED AT A CERTIFIED DEALER. VEHICLE MISSING SUBFRAME SCREW AFTER BEING REPAIRED AT CERTIFIED VOLKSWAGEN DESLERSHIP(STONE MOUNTAIN VW AND MARIETTA VW) BOTH LOCATIONS IN GEORGIA. VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN WITH DEFECT WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE. VEHICLE HAS MULTIPLE... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 6, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2011
VEHICLE MISSING ENGINE CRADLE AFTER BEING REPAIRED AT A CERTIFIED DEALER. VEHICLE MISSING SUBFRAME SCREW AFTER BEING REPAIRED AT CERTIFIED VOLKSWAGEN DESLERSHIP(STONE MOUNTAIN VW AND MARIETTA VW) BOTH LOCATIONS IN GEORGIA. VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN WITH DEFECT WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE. VEHICLE HAS MULTIPLE... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
ENGINE
Feb 21, 2020
Incident date: Feb 11, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT CC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START UP, THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED WITH THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO A CRACKED INTAKE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 23, 2020
Incident date: Dec 23, 2019
I AM NOT ABLE TO OPEN MY TRUNK VIA FOB, SWITCH ON THE DOOR NOR REMOTE. I HAVE READ THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON OCCURRENCE AFTER REAR LIGHT FAILURES. MY REAR LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS, AND TURNING LIGHTS HAVE ALL BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST FEW YEARS. I WENT INTO THE GROCERY STORE AND WHEN I ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 23, 2020
Incident date: Dec 23, 2019
I AM NOT ABLE TO OPEN MY TRUNK VIA FOB, SWITCH ON THE DOOR NOR REMOTE. I HAVE READ THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON OCCURRENCE AFTER REAR LIGHT FAILURES. MY REAR LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS, AND TURNING LIGHTS HAVE ALL BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST FEW YEARS. I WENT INTO THE GROCERY STORE AND WHEN I ... Read more
STEERING
Dec 2, 2019
Incident date: Oct 11, 2019
WHILE PARKED, UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, A MESSAGE ON THE CONSOLE SHOWS THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE: STEERING COLUMN LOCK DEFECTIVE!.
ENGINE
Dec 8, 2018
Incident date: Oct 20, 2018
VOLKSWAGEN TIMING CHAIN HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES BY VOLKSWAGEN EACH TIME THE CHAIN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, IT WAS JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY LEADING TO LAW SUIT. AND THIS TIME, JUST OUTSIDE MANUFACTURING WARRANTY BY 2 DAYS, THE ROCKER ARMS IN MY VW 2.0 ENGINE FAILED ALSO LOCKING THE MOTOR UP COMPLETEL... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 10, 2018
Incident date: Nov 22, 2017
I WAS DRIVING MY VEHILCE IN MOTION AND ALL OF A SUDDEN IT TURNED OFF. IT DIDNT WANT TO TURN BACK ON NO MORE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 8, 2017
Incident date: Nov 4, 2016
MY SENSOR LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON AS WELL AS OTHER LIGHTS. THIS CAR ALSO HAS TROUBLE WITH THE ABS BRAKE CONTROL. FOR IT TO BE AN 2011, I HAVE HAD MORE TROUBLE WITH IT AND ON TOP OF THAT, I'M STILL TRYING TO PAY IT OFF. I'M AM GOING TO UPLOAD WHAT THE MECHANIC STATES NEED TO BE REPAIRED. SOME OF THIS H... Read more
STEERING
Feb 23, 2017
Incident date: Feb 10, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE REVERSING IN A PARKING AREA, A CRACKING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING LOST POWER AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ISSUE WAS RELATED TO A CLOCK SPRING RECALL. TH... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 23, 2017
Incident date: Feb 10, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE REVERSING IN A PARKING AREA, A CRACKING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING LOST POWER AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ISSUE WAS RELATED TO A CLOCK SPRING RECALL. TH... Read more
WHEELS
Nov 30, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
AN EMAIL I SENT TO DARCARS/ SILVER SPRING: IN JUNE OF 2016, I NOTICED MY CAR "PUTTERING" AND ALMOST STALLING OUT. A FEW DAYS LATER, MY ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I IMMEDIATELY CHECK THE OIL LEVEL, WHICH WERE GOOD. I THEN BELIEVE THERE TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE MUFFLER, OR MANIFOLD. IN JUNE OF 2016... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 30, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
AN EMAIL I SENT TO DARCARS/ SILVER SPRING: IN JUNE OF 2016, I NOTICED MY CAR "PUTTERING" AND ALMOST STALLING OUT. A FEW DAYS LATER, MY ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I IMMEDIATELY CHECK THE OIL LEVEL, WHICH WERE GOOD. I THEN BELIEVE THERE TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE MUFFLER, OR MANIFOLD. IN JUNE OF 2016... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nov 30, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
AN EMAIL I SENT TO DARCARS/ SILVER SPRING: IN JUNE OF 2016, I NOTICED MY CAR "PUTTERING" AND ALMOST STALLING OUT. A FEW DAYS LATER, MY ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I IMMEDIATELY CHECK THE OIL LEVEL, WHICH WERE GOOD. I THEN BELIEVE THERE TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE MUFFLER, OR MANIFOLD. IN JUNE OF 2016... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 30, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
AN EMAIL I SENT TO DARCARS/ SILVER SPRING: IN JUNE OF 2016, I NOTICED MY CAR "PUTTERING" AND ALMOST STALLING OUT. A FEW DAYS LATER, MY ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. I IMMEDIATELY CHECK THE OIL LEVEL, WHICH WERE GOOD. I THEN BELIEVE THERE TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE MUFFLER, OR MANIFOLD. IN JUNE OF 2016... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 25, 2016
Incident date: Apr 1, 2016
TAKATA RECALL. I WAS NOTIFIED IN APRIL, BUT IT IS NOW AUGUST AND THE PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE. I DON'T THINK THIS IS ACCEPTABLE.
AIR BAGS
Apr 12, 2016
Incident date: Nov 3, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2014
Incident date: Jul 19, 2014
THE RCD-510 PREMIUM 8 RADIO WITH BLUETOOTH CELL PHONE CONNECTIVITY COMPLETELY FAILED IN MY 2011 JETTA SPORTWAGON TDI MANUFACTURES IN 2010 AT ABOUT 3 1/2 YEARS AND 77K MILES. RADIO WAS FINE ONE DAY AND BLACK SCREEN WITH NO FUNCTION AT ALL THE NEXT INCLUDING THE BLUETOOTH AND HANDS FREE CALLING CAPABI... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2011 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
840 manufacturer communications from 471 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 90 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 79 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 76 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 62 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 46 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 34 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 31 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 28 |
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
VOS-23-21
Jun 30, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This communication is a notice for software changes with the ODIS program for specific cars.
V011812201460319
Jun 27, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
V171901201285563
Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171901201285563
Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171806201781318
Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V171806201781318
Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V011615201481517
Jun 15, 2023
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V011615201481517
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V001713203384619
Jun 15, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline fuel additive
V0116132033805_8
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
VWP-18-11
Apr 27, 2023
010000 STEERING
This Document was revised. The model year chat was removed for VWP-18-11 for the Steering Wheel Clock Spring Limited Warranty Extension
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V941901201152119
Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V271901201189422
Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
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
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
A002155201173212
Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
V171901201285535
Jun 3, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
CustomerLetter
Apr 23, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2009-2015 Model Year Volkswagen TDI? Clean Diesel Vehicles Registered in Minnesota
CustomerLetter
Apr 23, 2021
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2009-2015 Model Year Volkswagen TDI? Clean Diesel Vehicles Registered in Minnesota
CustomerLetterA
Apr 23, 2021
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Warranty Extension for Fuel Injectors Certain 2011 Model Year Volkswagen
CustomerLetterA
Apr 23, 2021
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Warranty Extension for Fuel Injectors Certain 2011 Model Year Volkswagen
CustomerLetterB
Apr 23, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Extension for Intake Manifold & Fuel Injectors Certain 2008-2011
CustomerLetterB
Apr 23, 2021
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Warranty Extension for Intake Manifold & Fuel Injectors Certain 2008-2011
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.
V2418012045138_9
Feb 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to brochure purchase url
TT 01 20 05-2
Sep 28, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.
TT 01 20 05
Sep 18, 2020
061560 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.
TT 01 20 05
Sep 18, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.
TT 45 09 05ss2
Jul 31, 2020
250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.
VOS-20-25
Jul 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
VOS-20-25
Jul 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
V871806201994714
May 12, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
V871811204389310
May 11, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
New machine version added to table.
TT 97 20 01 SS1
Apr 30, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Voltage Drop Testing. Updated for picture clarity.
TT 97 20 01
Apr 24, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Voltage Drop Testing.
V941901201152115
Apr 21, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V171901201285530
Apr 2, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
VOS-20-11
Mar 26, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
TT 57 10 11
Mar 20, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Additional Guided Functions programming assistance. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
TT 20 09 01
Mar 13, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
Dealercomm200310
Mar 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication - March 10, 2020
TAKATAINCPROGRAM
Mar 6, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
Takata Incentive Program - Safety Recalls 69Q8 and 69Q9
V171901_2012855
Feb 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
TRMOGDMV_VW
Feb 10, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Ohio DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 9,000 Volkswagen owners in the State of Ohio on February 10, 2020.
TRMGADMV_VW
Jan 24, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Georgia DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 7,900 Volkswagen owners in the State of Georgia on January 24, 2020.
TRMSCDPS_VW
Jan 21, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,800 Volkswagen owners in the state of South Carolina on January 20, 2020.
V171901201285528
Jan 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
TRMCACBAR_VW
Jan 15, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the California Bureau of Automotive Repair, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 21,100 Volkswagen owners in the state of California on January 14, 2020.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_8
Jan 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
V1917012022548_7
Jan 8, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.
VOS-19-34
Dec 2, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
VOS-19-34
Dec 2, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
TT 26-19-04
Nov 15, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Diganostic direction to locate exhaust leak
V871811_2043893
Nov 4, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
TRMTXDMV_VW
Nov 4, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Houston Dept. of Neighborhoods, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 4,600 Volkswagen owners in the state of Texas on November 4, 2019.
SM 102-2019
Oct 31, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
TRMFLDMV_VW
Oct 14, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the Florida Dept. of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 20,200 Volkswagen owners in the state of Florida on October 14, 2019.
VOS-19-27
Oct 4, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
TT 001202
Aug 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
QRUG08212019
Aug 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Quick Reference Update Guide.
V171901_2012855
Aug 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards. Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
VOS-19-22
Aug 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This document outlines updates to the software used to perform vehicle diagnostics
VOS-19-22
Aug 15, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This document outlines updates to the software used to perform vehicle diagnostics
TT 00 19 01
Jul 26, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Fuse location assistance.
VOS-19-20
Jul 24, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Document detailing changes and fixes to ODIS Service Diagnostic software.
V171901_2012855
Jul 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil quality standards. Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.
VWP-15-06
Jul 15, 2019
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWP-15-06 to exclude the fuel sample requirements.
TT571802
Jun 14, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Remote Key Battery Replacement.
171901_2012855
Jun 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Remote Key Battery Replacement
171901_2012855
Jun 13, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Remote Key Battery Replacement
V171805-2012855
Jun 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.
V171805-2012855
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.
V171805-2012855
Jun 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.
V001808-2053065
Jun 12, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
VWP-18-11
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Document was revised on page 2. The verbiage was changed from the cusomter's perspective to the dealer's persepective
V001808-2053065
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
VWP-18-11
Jun 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Document was revised on page 2. The verbiage was changed from the cusomter's perspective to the dealer's persepective
V871812-2005566
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update vehicle metadata.
V871812-2005566
Jun 12, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update vehicle metadata.
V171806-2017813
Jun 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.
V171806-2017813
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.
V171806-2017813
Jun 12, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.
V001809-2053065
Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
V001809-2053065
Jun 12, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
TT 37-18-02ss1
Jun 11, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Addressing Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Concerns, update authing system metadata.
TT 37-18-02ss1
Jun 11, 2019
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Addressing Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Concerns, update authing system metadata.
TT 37 18 02
Jun 11, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Addressing Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Concerns, update authing system metadata.
TT 37 18 02
Jun 11, 2019
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Addressing Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Concerns, update authing system metadata.
VOS-19-11
May 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This document outlines fixes within the ODIS vehicle diagnostic software for various test plans.
DCcampreminder
May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Campaign Reminder Communication. Also includes: 1998-2004 Beetle, 2003-2004 Beetle Convertible, 2019 Beetle Convertible, 1994-2004 Eurovan, 1994-2004 Golf, 1994-2004 Jetta, 2001-2004 Jetta Wagon, 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB, 1994-2004 Passat, 1994
VOS-19-09
May 2, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Update, Enhancements and Fixes. Also includes 1998 Beetle.
Adhesive Circ
Apr 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Adhesive circular. Note: also includes 2004 Golf, Jetta, Passat, Touareg, GTI,
TT 01 19 04
Apr 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
UDS Basic settings directions
TT 15 19 01
Mar 31, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Valve spring diagnosis.
TT 15 19 01
Mar 31, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve spring diagnosis.
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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
EA04017
Opened: Jun 30, 2004 — Closed: Feb 10, 2005
STUCK-OPEN THROTTLE
VWOA HAS RECALLED APPROXIMATELY 28,300 MY 1998-99 A6 VEHICLES IN COLD WEATHER STATES THAT EXPERIENCED THE HIGHEST RATE OF THROTTLE ICING INCIDENTS IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES (04V-495).THE FAILURE RATE IN THE A4 AND PASSAT VEHICLES IS MUCH LOWER THAN IN THE RECALLED VEHICLES.ODI WILL CONTINUE TO MONITOR... 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
PE00006
Opened: Feb 2, 2000 — Closed: Aug 10, 2000
LIGHTS AND/OR WINDSHIELD WIPER OBSCURED
There is no summary currently available
RQ99008
Opened: Jun 1, 1999 — Closed: Nov 14, 2000
POWER BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM BY-PASS
There is no summary currently available
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).
318
Total Recalls
10,492
Total Complaints
13
Investigations
329
Reported Crashes
365
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 | 15 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 26 | View |
| 2020 | 6 | 24 | View |
| 2019 | 2 | 18 | View |
| 2018 | 8 | 62 | View |
| 2017 | 30 | 173 | View |
| 2016 | 12 | 175 | View |
| 2015 | 16 | 388 | View |
| 2014 | 36 | 776 | View |
| 2013 | 34 | 1,025 | View |
| 2012 | 38 | 658 | View |
| 2011 (current) | 0 | 27 | |
| 2010 | 8 | 226 | View |
| 2009 | 7 | 211 | View |
| 2008 | 7 | 240 | View |
| 2007 | 26 | 341 | View |
| 2006 | 25 | 779 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 172 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 348 | View |
| 2003 | 9 | 823 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 772 | View |
| 2001 | 5 | 557 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 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 |