2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
9 recalls, 1,027 complaints - 2,233 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
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.
19V862000 Dec 4, 2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Passat, 2011-2014 Golf A6, and 2011-2013 Audi A3 diesel vehicles, thought to have been previously repaired under one of the Takata air bag recalls. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradat... 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
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69... Read more
19V389000 May 22, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Volkswagen Passat and 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles. The blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Sa... Read more
Consequence
Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L9.
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
17V309000 May 11, 2017
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Passat vehicles, equipped with diesel engines and Direct-Shift Transmissions (DSG). The vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting i... Read more
Consequence
If the leaking grease contacts a heated surface, such as the exhaust system and/or the diesel particulate filter (DPF), it could increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft heat shield, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23W5.
16V171000 Mar 24, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passat vehicles equipped with TDI engines. Due to improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor, water may enter and corrode the electrical connectors of the sensor, causing an electric... Read more
Consequence
An electrical short can cause the electrical connectors of the sensor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in September. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.
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
15V483000 Aug 4, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wou... Read more
Consequence
A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs wil... Read more
14V125000 Mar 17, 2014
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Passat vehicles manufactured January 2011 through November 2012. In the affected vehicles, the low beam headlight bulb may become loose and lose electrical contact.
Consequence
A loss of low beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen notified owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holder, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagens recall number associated with this campaign is 94G8/7V.
Complaint Statistics
1,027 total complaints
43 crashes 11 fires 34 injuries 5 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 317 |
| ENGINE | 119 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 92 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 76 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 60 |
| STEERING | 51 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 51 |
| POWER TRAIN | 41 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 30 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 20 |
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Aug 10, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Prologue. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V306000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while in reverse, the rear-view camera was glitching, and the red triangle on the rear-view camera screen indicated that there was an object b... Read more
ENGINE
May 8, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
The 2019 vehicle experienced a significant engine failure consistent with widely reported issues involving GM 6.2L V8 engines in GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado platforms. Prior to failure, the vehicle developed abnormal engine noise including ticking/knocking sounds, followed by loss of engine ... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 13, 2025
Incident date: Oct 13, 2025
The car stalled completely (‘Bricked’) while driving at approx 30mph. Everything cut off, power, steering, braked and the vehicle came to a stop in the road. I put the car in park and restarted it but the engine light has been on ever since. I took it to Jeep who told me to keep driving it unles... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Oct 9, 2025
Incident date: Oct 9, 2025
The windshield monocular camera is completely non functional causing several dashboard errors to appear. It very disheartening as this is such a known issue within the Honda Odyssey community and very expensive to replace and get calibrated after replacement. This should be recalled since so many ar... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Sep 7, 2025
Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) malfunction. Causing sluggish response when attempting to accelerate which has nearly caused an accident on multiple occasions. Other vehicles near the date of manufacture of this vehicle are reported having the same symptoms including potential for fire. T... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Jun 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Since the release of the recall, the contact made several attempts to have the recall repair performe... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Sep 24, 2025
Incident date: Dec 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "Power Steering Sensor Fault" was displayed, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. Additionally, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle was shaking and vibratin... Read more
STEERING
Sep 24, 2025
Incident date: Dec 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "Power Steering Sensor Fault" was displayed, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. Additionally, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle was shaking and vibratin... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 19, 2025
Incident date: Sep 19, 2025
Vehicle: 2022 Genesis G70 Mileage at failure: ~46,000 miles Description of problem: While driving, my vehicle suddenly lost power and became unable to accelerate properly. I was nearly struck by a truck because the car lost all motive power in traffic without warning. This is extremely dangerous an... Read more
STEERING
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: Dec 31, 2024
I was driving down the road and the power steering completely stopped working. This could have easily caused a wreck. No warning lights or indicators were prior to failure. I pulled the truck over to avoid causing a collision and turned the truck off. After shutting down for several minutes the w... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: Sep 18, 2025
On 9/18/2025, while driving at approximately 45 mph on a busy road called Hualapai in Las Vegas, Nevada, my Porsche Taycan suddenly displayed “Electrical system error – Park vehicle in a safe place”. The car immediately slammed to a stop in live traffic. I heard a loud thump from the front end... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Sep 17, 2025
The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 has an Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) that bolts on to the rear calipers. The EPB does not release, in order for service, you have to long press the parking brake, then the truck goes into service mode & will release the brakes for service, some newer models may not have th... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Sep 17, 2025
The vehicle experiencing excessive oil consumption without any external leaks. Since February 2024, I have repeatedly reported this issue to the dealership. They required me to complete multiple 1,000 mile oil consumption tests and eventually performed a combustion chamber cleaning. Despite this, th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 12, 2025
Incident date: Sep 12, 2025
Back up camera does not work at times screen is black when vehicle is in reverse, other times camera display is working. This problem started around June 0f 2025
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Sep 1, 2025
Incident date: Aug 29, 2025
The computerized "Safety" features on this car can not be turned off. They pose a hazard in a number of ways from when the car is stopped to driving on multi-lane highways. For instance, the adaptive cruise control is linked to an over the air network. If that link is "cut" by going through the m... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST
Aug 29, 2025
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle independently moved into the opposite lane of traffic. The contact stated that the Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) failed to function as intended. The contact was able to avoid a head-on crash. The conta... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Aug 29, 2025
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle independently moved into the opposite lane of traffic. The contact stated that the Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) failed to function as intended. The contact was able to avoid a head-on crash. The conta... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 19, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2024
I own a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude, VIN [XXX] ], with approximately 77,000 miles. The vehicle’s 4WD transmission/Power Transfer Unit (PTU) has failed and requires replacement. This defect causes loss of 4WD function, reduced drivability, and presents a huge potential safety hazard. The symptoms ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 19, 2025
Incident date: Jan 15, 2025
100k miles and the high pressure fuel pump is failed. Created small metal particles that got into fuel lines. Everything needs to be replaced. There’s a recall on over 80k trucks with the same issue. Local ford said this is the same issue as all the recalls but because we don’t have the recall o... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 25, 2025
Incident date: Jul 25, 2025
Coolant leak intrusion misfire cyl4 and cyl3 smoke vehicle shut down extreme engine shaking and fire check engile lights class action lawsuits manufacturers refusing to help and dealership is refusing to help. Dealership admits vehicle is unrepairable and has held possession for 75 days
ENGINE
Jul 22, 2025
Incident date: Dec 24, 2024
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 16, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2013
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, while driving 35-45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle choked and stalled. The driver was... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Feb 5, 2024
When I accelerate up a hill at speed I lose power of the car. Once I pull over and turn the car off and wait a few minutes, the car starts up and drives fine. I have taken it in to be fixed and one time they changed spark plugs and a head gasket and then about 8 months later it did the same thing. ... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Feb 5, 2024
July 10th Honda went into limp mode as I accelerated would not drive over 20. Check engine light flashed on then off. Have taken car in several times no codes can be read. Believe it’s cylinder issues or fuel possible head gasket. All vehicle lights has displayed haven’t been able to get reads... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Jul 12, 2025
Incident date: Feb 5, 2024
After the most recent OTA software update to v3.6.4, I am still experiencing the back up camera not available error message. I have no visual aid of the blind spots behind vehicle, to assist with manually looking out the rear window.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 8, 2025
Incident date: Oct 30, 2024
I have had the most problems with this car. I have had it in the shop 2 times paid more than $600 both times to be rewired and a sensor was messed up 1 day later check engine light came on they wanted me to bring it back and charge me again I said no thank you check engine light is still on. 3 mon... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 27, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2024
Presently this vehicle has 57,000 miles on it. It began having issues with a drivetrain malfunction warning back in 2021. Reported on complaint # 11427753. To date I have had to have fuel injectors replaced, a catalytic converter, the transfer case, two high pressure fuel pumps and an O2 sensor to r... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Jun 25, 2025
Incident date: Jun 25, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side front end of the hood was lower than normal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the failure was not due to a collision because all the bolts were in place.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2024
Upon shifting to park, an error message prompts us to "shift to park". The shifter is in park position, however the vehicle says it is not. The Chevy dealer recreated the issue and advised to repair because it will lead to not being able to turn off the engine, or not being able to start the engin... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 23, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
My passenger side headrest popped open while my car was in park today. Randomly deployed. This is beyond unacceptable that something could just happen like a safety feature deploying when not impact provoked.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 20, 2025
Incident date: May 15, 2025
Shortly after starting my vehicle and driving out of my neighborhood, there are a series of stop signs. The roadway is at a slight incline. When attempting to press the gas pedal after stopping at the first stop sign, my vehicle hesitates or does not accelerate. This lasts anywhere from 1-5 second... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: Jun 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000(Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the driver's side windshield exterior A-pillar trim had detached. The local dealer was con... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 9, 2025
Incident date: Jan 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the check engine warning light flashed, and the traction control warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side road and contacted the dealer. The dealer advised the contact to not restart ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 6, 2025
Incident date: Jun 2, 2025
The headlights are extremely dim due to Nissan's design flaw. There was a settlement in 2022 to have these replaced for free. However, the Nissan dealership conveniently passed my headlights (as well as many others, as stated in online forums), and we were unable to qualify for the replacements desp... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Jun 4, 2025
Incident date: Jun 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus NX300. The contact stated there was a misfire in the engine and the engine was idling rough. The contact heard a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel while driving at speeds of approximately 10 MPH or slower and when turning the steering wheel. The contact stat... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 3, 2025
Incident date: May 5, 2025
I am writing to formally express my deep dissatisfaction and concern regarding a serious mechanical failure in my 2017 Ford Escape, which has associated with safety issues. The issue began with a check engine light accompanied by a diagnostic trouble code indicating a misfire in cylinder 2. Upon fur... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
May 30, 2025
Incident date: May 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufact... Read more
ENGINE
May 29, 2025
Incident date: Jan 5, 2025
I am filing this complaint regarding a catastrophic engine failure on my 2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Luxury with the 3.0L V6 supercharged engine. The failure was caused by a broken timing chain, which resulted in severe internal engine damage. This component failure has been confirmed by an indepe... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 20, 2025
Incident date: Jan 5, 2025
Steering reduced assist drive with care on the dash board . It states drive with caution not sure if this is dangerous or even driveable I am 8 months pregnant and now I don’t have a car I am scared to drive it. Thermostat stopped working & fan is running and won’t stop
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 14, 2025
Incident date: May 14, 2025
Windshield glare from ribbed dashboard reflection under sunlight is distracting and often obstructs visibility so severely that it’s impossible to drive safely without wearing polarized sunglasses or placing a dark colored dash mat. This is a safety issue and so far GM has not done anything about ... Read more
ENGINE
May 13, 2025
Incident date: Dec 24, 2024
my vehicle falls under the 2013 Kia Sorrento engine replacement and fuel pump. Recall these have not been done to my vehicle. I even double checked with the previous owner and Kia did not service the engine or replace it although it has a recall under mine, and all the symptoms stated in the recall ... Read more
ENGINE
May 6, 2025
Incident date: May 6, 2025
Loud noise coming from under vehicle. Exhaust leak front flex pipe.
ENGINE
May 6, 2025
Incident date: May 6, 2025
2018 Ford Edge 2.0 Ecoboost engine misfire in cylinder 2 (code P-0302 and Smoke from tailpipe. After replacing coil assembly and then spark plugs engine still runs rough. Looking in internet I discovered a Ford TSB 22-2229. Which clearly admits Ford knowledge of said “design flaw” which can ceas... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 26, 2025
Incident date: Apr 17, 2025
When accelerating in hybrid mode, the vehicle loses power and forcefully reduces speed. A "Performance extremely limited" message appears on the driver console. Sometimes it goes into "turtle" mode, limiting performance until the car it is turned off. Sometimes the "check engine" light comes on,... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 26, 2025
Incident date: Apr 17, 2025
When I push the start button my car sometimes won't start and it won't go in drive. There has not been any warning lamps, messages or symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. It started about 2 weeks ago, it doesn't always happen, but it's happening more frequently now. I had an emergency yeste... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 26, 2025
Incident date: Apr 17, 2025
When accelerating in hybrid mode, the vehicle loses power and forcefully reduces speed. A "Performance extremely limited" message appears on the driver console. Sometimes it goes into "turtle" mode, limiting performance until the car it is turned off. Sometimes the "check engine" light comes on,... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 17, 2025
Incident date: Apr 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that after driving for 45 minutes, the vehicle was parked. While attempting to restart the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The engine stopped; engine power was low, and the message “Not ready to Drive” was disp... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 17, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2024
On April 8th 2025 our vehicle went into "limp mode" for the third time in 6 months. The previous incidents were part of an active recall and we're repaired by a does dealership. This time it is supposedly the failure of a fuel pump sensor causing the issue (per ford service diagnosis) which they say... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 8, 2025
Incident date: Apr 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle stalled. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illumi... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2024
Top section of front grill (directly below the hood) broke and came up while driving down the highway with no prior indication or damage.
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
2013 Volkswagen Passat 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 10.7% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 30.0 | 40.0 | 34.0 | Diesel | $2,800 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,550 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 32.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
CO2 Emissions: 290.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
2,233 manufacturer communications from 1132 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 257 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 221 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 212 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 142 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 127 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 83 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 80 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 79 |
V171905201285571
Apr 10, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285570
Feb 22, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
VW Engine oil quality standards
V4823022072282_2
Jan 30, 2024
140110 AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Grinding noises can be heard from the area of the steering wheel/driver airbag or steering column when maneuvering OR Various controls, warnings or fault indicators, such as airbag, electronic stabilization programming (ESP), steering assis
V171901201285569
Jan 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569
Jan 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
V801601204058010
Jan 9, 2024
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Update TB because of new engine coolant part number.
V691901201047916
Jan 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
V231707204111816
Dec 13, 2023
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Diesel Fuel System and Repair
V231707204111816
Dec 13, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Diesel Fuel System and Repair
V231707204111816
Dec 13, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Diesel Fuel System and Repair
V4823022072282_1
Dec 11, 2023
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Rear of teering wheel trim modification for noise when maneuvering.
V4823022072282_1
Dec 11, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rear of teering wheel trim modification for noise when maneuvering.
V4823022072282_1
Dec 11, 2023
140010 AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Rear of teering wheel trim modification for noise when maneuvering.
V171901201285568
Nov 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285568
Nov 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V871810204370421
Nov 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure. Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
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
V6913052035369_2
Aug 3, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
Installation of accessory alarm added instead of referring out to another website.
V6913052035369_2
Aug 3, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Installation of accessory alarm added instead of referring out to another website.
TT 001601_6
Aug 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Helpline & Parts Dept. contact information.
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.
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.
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.
V371802203397511
Jun 21, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
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.
V3416022034406_6
Jun 15, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
V3416022034406_6
Jun 15, 2023
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
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.
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.
V171901201285559
Mar 21, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
V271902203397810
Mar 16, 2023
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Generator Replacement
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_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.
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.
TT 91 23 01
Jan 26, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Radio knob replacement instead of radio replacement w/ knob part number.
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).
TT 01 20 03_2
Jan 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic assistance for DTC P2201. Updated text with referral to Safety Recall 23T3.
SM 80-2022
Dec 21, 2022
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.
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
V871810204370417
Nov 10, 2022
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
V871810204370417
Nov 10, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
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.
VW_TDI_Buyback
Sep 28, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Evaluate TDI vehicle for repurchase prior to repairs
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.
V0017062033708_8
Sep 6, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
update to required vehicle wash shampoo.
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.
V3416022034406_5
Aug 25, 2022
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance
CT_batt_charger
Aug 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
V171901201285551
Aug 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
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)
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
VOS-22-27
Jun 29, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
VOS-22-27
Jun 29, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.
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)
V171806201781317
Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil consumption measurement.
TT 20 09 01_5
Jun 23, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
TT 20 09 01_5
Jun 23, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
TT 20 09 01_5
Jun 23, 2022
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and 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
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.
V011812201460318
Jun 22, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
V171901201285548
Jun 15, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285548
Jun 15, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V011615201481514
Jun 15, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality.
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.
V0116132033805_6
Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
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
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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).
136
Total Recalls
10,543
Total Complaints
10
Investigations
337
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 | 20 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 28 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 31 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 18 | View |
| 2018 | 4 | 65 | View |
| 2017 | 7 | 177 | View |
| 2016 | 5 | 179 | View |
| 2015 | 7 | 389 | View |
| 2014 | 10 | 794 | View |
| 2013 (current) | 9 | 1,027 | |
| 2012 | 11 | 662 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 27 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 226 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 211 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 240 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 341 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 779 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 172 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 348 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 823 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 772 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 558 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 625 | View |
| 1999 | 6 | 854 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 476 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 105 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 185 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 142 | View |
| 1994 | 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 |