What is the most common problem with Volkswagen Passat? Is it the engine, transmissions, electronics, suspension or reliability? Owner experience in our forum, or the number of recalls involving specific car parts, may provide the answer.
Recent Volkswagen Passat Problems
VW PASSAT (2019 – 2023) – The brake fluid reservoir can melt
VW PASSAT (2019-08-08 – 2023-10-20) RECALL: Problem description: On certain vehicles with electromechanical brake servo and DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) of a limited production period there is a possibility that a heat protection mat was incorrectly fitted. In individual cases the brake fluid reservoir can melt and cause a brake fluid leak into the engine … Read more
VW PASSAT (2019 – 2022) – THE FUSE IN THE HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM
VW PASSAT (23/01/2019 – 10/02/2022) RECALL: Problem description: The fuse in the high-voltage system of plug-in hybrid vehicles was in some cases produced with too little so-called fire sand.
VW PASSAT (1999 – 2000) – DRIVER’S AIRBAG
VW PASSAT (19/10/1999 – 22/12/2000) RECALL: Problem description: Drivers airbag may not deploy correctly if activated.
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Latest EU Rapex Volkswagen Passat Problems
- Volkswagen Passat (2022 – 2025)on 10/08/2025
If the front passenger airbag is deployed as a result of an accident, the gas generator housing may burst or components of the gas generator housing may come […]
- Volkswagen Passat (2006 – 2017)on 28/02/2025
The propellant can deteriorate due to high humidity and temperature variations. In the event of an accident in which the front airbag is deployed, this could […]
- Volkswagen Passat (2019 – 2023)on 06/02/2024
The thermal protection between the brake force booster and the emissions control device in front of the coupling support with the brake fluid reservoir may not […]
Currently 7104 Recalls