https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Volkswagen Passat. en-us Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:03:33 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2175027 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT While driving on the highway my car suddenly began to stall. It lost power later after that & when I got an oil change then tried to drive it later I was stopped by another driver told something is leaking. While driving to a Autozone I noticed the gears jump while shifting from 1 to 2 and I now can’t past 20 mph. I’ve already gotten the camshaft replaced and while researching I learned my cars ma https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2175028 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT While driving on the highway my car suddenly began to stall. It lost power later after that & when I got an oil change then tried to drive it later I was stopped by another driver told something is leaking. While driving to a Autozone I noticed the gears jump while shifting from 1 to 2 and I now can’t past 20 mph. I’ve already gotten the camshaft replaced and while researching I learned my cars ma https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2175029 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT While driving on the highway my car suddenly began to stall. It lost power later after that & when I got an oil change then tried to drive it later I was stopped by another driver told something is leaking. While driving to a Autozone I noticed the gears jump while shifting from 1 to 2 and I now can’t past 20 mph. I’ve already gotten the camshaft replaced and while researching I learned my cars ma https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2173586 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle sputtered intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that fuel was leaking into the engine compartment, causing engine failure. The contact stated that the dealer had repaired the vehicle and possibly cleaned the engine. The dealer had i https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2173587 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle sputtered intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that fuel was leaking into the engine compartment, causing engine failure. The contact stated that the dealer had repaired the vehicle and possibly cleaned the engine. The dealer had i https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2173656 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with battery failure. The contact was informed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the fa https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2173657 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with battery failure. The contact was informed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the fa https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2173035 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT I initially brought my vehicle in for service due to a strong gasoline odor and the vehicle failing to start. At that time, I was informed that no gasoline smell was detected and that the issue was instead a faulty starter, which I authorized for repair. Approximately two weeks later, my vehicle again would not start. I was then informed that the issue was a lower fuel injector, which required add https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2171493 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and failed to accelerate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a wiring harness failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact had received an unknown notice, which was https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2169996 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am reporting a recurring engine defect in a 2014 Volkswagen Passat that has resulted in repeated engine failure and loss of power while driving. Approximately six months after purchase, the vehicle required a complete engine replacement. One to two years after the replacement, the vehicle began exhibiting the same engine-related failures and has since become inoperable again. Manufacturer-issued https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2169997 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT I am reporting a recurring engine defect in a 2014 Volkswagen Passat that has resulted in repeated engine failure and loss of power while driving. Approximately six months after purchase, the vehicle required a complete engine replacement. One to two years after the replacement, the vehicle began exhibiting the same engine-related failures and has since become inoperable again. Manufacturer-issued https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2169908 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The vehicle was rear-ended, lost control, traveled approximately 500 feet, and rolled multiple times. Side and curtain airbags deployed; however, the front airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was declared a total loss. The driver exited the vehicle without assistance. The vehicle is currently preserved at a tow lot. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2169909 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The vehicle was rear-ended, lost control, traveled approximately 500 feet, and rolled multiple times. Side and curtain airbags deployed; however, the front airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was declared a total loss. The driver exited the vehicle without assistance. The vehicle is currently preserved at a tow lot. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2167600 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Battery drains overnight. Started with a boost all dashboard warning lights on, vehicle runs fine all day with many starts and stops, battery dies again overnight. Diagnosed with a bad fuel pump control module that continues to run and does not shut off until all battery power is drained. Mechanic changed the fuel pump control module, cleared all fault codes, and vehicle fixed. I saw a Carfax rep https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2166431 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 1) Transmission vehicle is not able to be driven Driving on the highway taking kids to school as my vehicle would not accelerate put me the kids and all that were on the road that morning at risk because all i could do is coast to get off on the side of the highway. I had it towed to independent center No warning signs, lights or messages nor any other symptoms. 2)also faulty steering wheel cloc https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2166432 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 1) Transmission vehicle is not able to be driven Driving on the highway taking kids to school as my vehicle would not accelerate put me the kids and all that were on the road that morning at risk because all i could do is coast to get off on the side of the highway. I had it towed to independent center No warning signs, lights or messages nor any other symptoms. 2)also faulty steering wheel cloc https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2166543 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT ABS sensor has failed. Air bag sensor is faulty due to abs https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2166544 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT ABS sensor has failed. Air bag sensor is faulty due to abs https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2166545 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT ABS sensor has failed. Air bag sensor is faulty due to abs https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2163850 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this letter as a formal complaint regarding an authorized automobile dealer’s refusal to perform an open safety recall on my vehicle. Vehicle information: * Year/Make/Model: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T GLS * VIN: [XXX] I contacted Platinum Volkswagen, of Hicksville, New York, an authorized Volkswagen dealer, on January 7, 2026, to schedule a repair for a https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2162492 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Sunroof shattered without warning https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2161170 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owned a 2007 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 18V148000(Air Bags) and 17V509000 ( Fuel System, Gasoline), and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2161171 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owned a 2007 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 18V148000(Air Bags) and 17V509000 ( Fuel System, Gasoline), and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and the manufacturer were not contacted. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2158721 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Steering wheel controls stopped working, no horn either. Probably no airbag but haven't got into an accident. There was recall on the same part for the until 2018, but the new part I was going to install lists that if fits cars 2016-2022 Part # 5K0-953-569-BC Recall from VW. Number: VWP-18-11, Will replace part for my fiance, https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2158722 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Steering wheel controls stopped working, no horn either. Probably no airbag but haven't got into an accident. There was recall on the same part for the until 2018, but the new part I was going to install lists that if fits cars 2016-2022 Part # 5K0-953-569-BC Recall from VW. Number: VWP-18-11, Will replace part for my fiance, https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2158723 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Steering wheel controls stopped working, no horn either. Probably no airbag but haven't got into an accident. There was recall on the same part for the until 2018, but the new part I was going to install lists that if fits cars 2016-2022 Part # 5K0-953-569-BC Recall from VW. Number: VWP-18-11, Will replace part for my fiance, https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2157761 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Side airbag deployed for no reason while driving straight at the speed limit of 75 mph. The local VW dealer determined the side impact sensor is defective. This is a very interesting situation because a fail safe exists in these systems in that the supplemental restraint control module in the center of the car must simultaneously "see" a side impact g force in order to deploy the side air bag. In https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2155583 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT We would have been in a life threating situation (very cold) if we would have not walked down highway to get internet service to look up the issue. What happened. We drove up from Phoenix to the mountains in Arizona. When starting the car after a stop (to look at a heard of Elk in a pasture) the car would not start. It would briefly start for a second then die. The dash lit up with many errors. https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2155564 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The heater core becomes clogged and limits heat available for defrosting the windshield. The heat available is insufficient to defrost and maintain visibility while driving under adverse conditions. The cabin also becomes uncomfortable because of limited heat during cold weather operation. Volkwagen issued TSB VWP-16-05 for this issue for this model for the model year prior to my car. I had this i https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat https://plaincars.com/make/volkswagen-passat#complaint-2155580 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The heater core becomes clogged and limits heat available for windshield defogging and defrosting. This creates a visibility hazard during inclement weather and makes the cabin uncomfortable during cold weather. The heater core was diagnosed and replaced on this vehicle in December 2024. The same symptoms have returned in December 2025. Volkwagen issued TSB VWP-16-05 to remedy this same issue in 2