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VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT (1990–2023): Full Technical Specs & OBD2 Diagnostics
Built 1990–2023 · all production years covered on this single page
1.4L I4 PHEV GTE • Hybrid
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An independent value score for the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) — reliability, safety, cost, parts, upkeep and documentation. Owing nothing to the manufacturer.
Scorecard · each voice 0–10
Reliabilityn/a
Safety & recallsn/a
Repair cost3.8
Parts & repairability7.8
Maintenance & durabilityn/a
Documentation & support8.2
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Der Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) verwendet Castrol Edge 0W-20 Motoröl. Seine Batterie hat die Baugröße H6 (BCI), mit 600A Ampere Kaltstartstrom. Es ist ein Hybrid (1.4L I4 PHEV GTE). Seine OEM-Reifengröße ist 215/55 R16. Nutzen Sie die Abschnitte unten für verifizierte Betriebsstoffe, Batterie, OEM-Reifen, den Wartungsplan, die empfohlenen Ersatzteile und die am häufigsten gemeldeten OBD2-Fehlercodes für dieses Fahrzeug.
Häufige Probleme
Häufige Reparaturen
Betriebsstoffe und Schmierstoffe
Batterie
Fehlercodes (OBD2)
Kontrollleuchten
Empfohlene Ersatzteile
Zubehör und Werkzeuge
Reifen
Rückrufe und Bulletins
Beschwerden
Werkstätten in der Nähe
HÄUFIGE PROBLEME
Transmission fault signal (TCM)MODERATE
The transmission module detected a fault — check separate transmission codes.
Verwandte Codes: P0700
Misfire / Loss of cylinderMODERATE
Rough running, idle vibration, power loss.
Verwandte Codes: P0300
Thermostat: coolant temperature lowLOW
Thermostat stuck open — engine does not reach operating temperature.
Verwandte Codes: P0128
Battery/system voltage lowLOW
System voltage below 10V — check alternator, battery or wiring.
Verwandte Codes: P0562
P0011LOW
Check with an OBD2 scanner.
Verwandte Codes: P0011
HÄUFIGE REPARATUREN
Vordere Bremsbeläge
Schwierigkeit: Einfach
1.0h
€70 – €90
Hintere Bremsbeläge
Schwierigkeit: Mittel
1.1h
€77 – €99
Motorölwechsel
Schwierigkeit: Einfach
0.5h
€35 – €45
ABS Module
Schwierigkeit: Schwer
2.7h
€189 – €243
DURCHSCHNITTLICHE RICHTKOSTEN
Die Preise können je nach Region und Werkstatt variieren.
Komplette Wartung
€ 120 – € 200
Komplette Bremsen
€ 180 – € 300
Zündkerzenwechsel
€ 80 – € 140
Elektronische Diagnose
€ 40 – € 70
OFFIZIELLE ARBEITSZEITEN (OLP)
Standard-Arbeitsstunden aus einer Datenbank mit über 6,6 Millionen realen Werkstattvorgängen, mit einer Richtschätzung der Arbeitskosten für Ihr Land.
Bremsen8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| ABS Pump | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Brake Booster | 3.5h | € 157–€ 262 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
Kühlung8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Coolant Flush | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
Elektrik8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Alternator | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Alternator Belt | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Amplifier | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Antenna | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
Motor8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 3.5h | € 157–€ 262 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Camshaft R&R | 5.2h | € 234–€ 390 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 5.2h | € 234–€ 390 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 5.2h | € 234–€ 390 |
Abgasanlage8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| DEF Injector | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| DEF Tank | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| DPF Delete Pipe | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Diesel Particulate Filter | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
Kraftstoffsystem8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.3h | € 13–€ 22 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 3.5h | € 157–€ 262 |
| Fuel Filter | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 3.5h | € 157–€ 262 |
Klimatechnik8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| AC Compressor | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| AC Condenser | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| AC Evaporator | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
Lenkung8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Idler Arm | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
Fahrwerk8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
Getriebe8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Kickdown Cable | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Shift Cable | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Shift Linkage | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Shift Solenoid - Single | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Shift Solenoids - All | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Torque Converter | 5.2h | € 234–€ 390 |
WERKSTATT-STUNDENSÄTZE NACH LAND
Durchschnittliche Stundensätze unabhängiger Werkstätten, zur Schätzung der Reparaturkosten in Ihrem Land.
🇩🇪Deutschland€95/h
🇪🇸Spanien€55/h
🇫🇷Frankreich€75/h
🇮🇹Italien€45/h
🇬🇧Vereinigtes Königreich£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Referenzsatz
€95/h
Quelle: Eurostat 2024
💧 BETRIEBSSTOFFE UND SCHMIERSTOFFE
📋 RÜCKRUFE UND BULLETINS (56)
NHTSA 05V540000
Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Date: 30/11/2005
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LEFT AND RIGHT TIE ROD SECURING NUT MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TORQUED.
NHTSA 24V834000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 30/10/2024
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 afte…
NHTSA 07V375000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 28/08/2007
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.8L TURBO, 2.8L V6, OR 3.0L ENGINES, A CHANGE IN THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL PUMP CAN LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP AND, ULTIMATELY, STOPPAGE OF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE CAUSING IT TO STALL.
NHTSA 08V235000
Engine And Engine Cooling
Date: 28/05/2008
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 4,079 MY 2008 PASSAT AND 2,500 MY 2009 TIGUAN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0T FSI ULEV II ENGINES. THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) CONTAINING SOFTWARE THAT MAY NOT PROPERLY CONTROL ENGINE IDLE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING TURNED ON. …
NHTSA 15V705000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 26/10/2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss…
NHTSA 19V679000
Unknown Or Other
Date: 25/09/2019
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and B…
NHTSA 02V026000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe And Cap
Date: 25/01/2002
ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES.
NHTSA 14V670000
Seats
Date: 24/10/2014
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Jetta and Passat vehicles manufactured September 23, 2014, to October 9, 2014, and equipped with manual front seatback recliners. In the affected vehicles, the seatback recliner retain…
NHTSA 16V171000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 24/03/2016
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,…
NHTSA 15V028000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail
Date: 23/01/2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to November 24, 2014, 2014-2015 Passat vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to November 18, 2014, 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured July 1, 2…
NHTSA 06V017000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 23/01/2006
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM SEPTEMBER 2002 - MARCH 2003, EQUIPPED WITH 1.8L TURBO, 2.8L V6, OR 3.0L ENGINES, A CHANGE IN THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR COMPONENTS IN THE FUEL PUMP CAN LEAD TO AN INOPERATIVE FUEL PUMP AND, ULTIMATELY, STOPPAGE OF FUEL SUPPLY TO THE ENGINE CAUSING IT T…
NHTSA 98V134000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System
Date: 22/06/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE BACKFIRES DURING A COLD-START, AN AIR SCREEN WHICH IS LOOSELY SEATED IN THE AIR FLOW METER CAN BECOME DAMAGED.
NHTSA 19V389000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Date: 22/05/2019
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 Fede…
NHTSA 03V154000
Tires
Date: 22/04/2003
CERTAIN SEDANS AND STATION WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L W8 ENGINES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH TIRES OF THE MAXIMUM LOAD RATING INDEX 93H; HOWEVER, THEY SHO…
NHTSA 99V131001
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 21/05/1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A CONTROL VALVE IN THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY NOT OPEN OR CLOSE FULLY AT TEMPERATURES BELOW -4 F UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS.
NHTSA 95V178000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan
Date: 20/09/1995
IMPROPER MATERIAL WAS USED IN MANUFACTURING THE RADIATOR FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAUSING THE SHAFT TO WEAR AND BECOME NOISY.
NHTSA 19V218000
Air Bags › Side/Window
Date: 20/03/2019
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas and 2020 Passat vehicles. An incorrect driver and/or front passenger side impact air bag may have been installed.
NHTSA 07V063000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 20/02/2007
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
NHTSA 02V256000
Electrical System › Ignition › Switch
Date: 18/09/2002
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRICAL PORTION OF THE IGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.
NHTSA 18V247000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 18/04/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan and wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
NHTSA 14V125000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Date: 17/03/2014
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.
NHTSA 20V561000
Unknown Or Other
Date: 16/09/2020
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat vehicles. These internal use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory require…
NHTSA 17V509000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 16/08/2017
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.
NHTSA 18V329000
Unknown Or Other
Date: 16/05/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal …
NHTSA 04V586000
Fuel System, Diesel
Date: 15/12/2004
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HIGH PRESSURE DIESEL PUMPS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPER FASTENER, WHICH COULD ALLOW DIESEL FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE PUMP.
NHTSA 21V812000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Date: 15/10/2021
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.
NHTSA 92V131000
Vehicle Speed Control
Date: 15/09/1992
THE VENTURI TUBE LOCATED IN THE THROTTLE VALVE HOUSING CAN BECOME LOOSE AND FALL AGAINST THE THROTTLE PLATE.
NHTSA 18V536000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper
Date: 15/08/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas and 2017-2018 Volkswagen Passat vehicles. The brake caliper bracket mounting bolts on these vehicles may not have been tightened sufficiently.
NHTSA 15V373000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 15/06/2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Passat vehicles manufactured May 18, 2015, to May 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have a brake line at the left rear wheel area that may not have been properly tightened.
NHTSA 14V182000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit And Lines
Date: 15/04/2014
Volkswagen of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, and Passat vehicles equipped with a 1.8T engine and torque converter automatic transmission. In the affected vehicles, the O-ring seals between the oil cooler and the…
NHTSA 93V118000
Suspension › Front
Date: 14/07/1993
LOCK NUTS USED TO HOLD THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT AXLES TO THE SUSPENSION STRUTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THE LOCK NUTS MAY BREAK AND CAUSE SEPARATION OF THE AXLE FROM THE SUSPENSION STRUTS.
NHTSA 92V058000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 14/04/1992
THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
NHTSA 99V248000
Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
Date: 13/09/1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY.
NHTSA 18V406000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 13/06/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta wagon, Golf, EuroVan, EuroVan Camper Van and EuroVan Chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflat…
NHTSA 06V472000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum
Date: 12/12/2006
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L ENGINE WITH 147 KW MAY HAVE A VACUUM LINE THAT MAY FRACTURE AND BECOME DISCONNECTED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES.
NHTSA 06V470000
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor
Date: 12/12/2006
ON CERTAIN '6' GENERATION PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL DURING HEAVY RAIN DUE TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE ENTERING THE WIPER MOTOR. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE WIPERS CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE.
NHTSA 17V309000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Date: 11/05/2017
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, pot…
NHTSA 09E025000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Date: 11/05/2009
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS…
NHTSA 19V014000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 11/01/2019
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Passat, 2015-2016 Eos, 2015-2017 CC, 2016-2017 TT Roadster, TT Coupe, 2017 Audi R8 Coupe, and R8 Spyder vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the i…
NHTSA 16V079000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 10/02/2016
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflat…
NHTSA 16V078000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 10/02/2016
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 …
NHTSA 17V075000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Fluid
Date: 08/02/2017
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Passat vehicles. Brake fluid may leak slowly from the some of the brake line connections, resulting in a low brake fluid level.
NHTSA 08V156000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery
Date: 07/04/2008
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 412,000 MY 1999-2005 PASSAT (5TH GENERATION) VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND PRODUCED AFTER JUNE 14, 1999. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN UNDERBODY HEAT SHIELD THAT CAN BECOME DAMAGED. IN ADDITION, AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC OR MANUA…
NHTSA 14E007000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 07/03/2014
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a bl…
NHTSA 00V414000
Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
Date: 06/12/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY.
NHTSA 16V403000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail
Date: 06/06/2016
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jetta vehicles manufactured October 31, 2015, to January 21, 2016, 2016 Passat vehicles, equipped with 1.8T engines manufactured November 13, 2015, to December 9, 2015, and 2016 Golf vehicles manu…
NHTSA 18V148000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 06/03/2018
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…
NHTSA 21V321000
Unknown Or Other
Date: 05/05/2021
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles. These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applica…
NHTSA 12V146000
Fuel System, Diesel
Date: 05/04/2012
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PASSAT VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 18, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 1, 2011. DURING ASSEMBLY, THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH A DIESEL FUEL FILTER ELEMENT THAT MAY NOT SEAL CORRECTLY.
NHTSA 19V862000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 04/12/2019
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…
NHTSA 15V483000
Air Bags › Frontal
Date: 04/08/2015
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 …
NHTSA 08V577000
Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
Date: 03/11/2008
VW IS RECALLING 130 MY 2009 PASSAT, PASSAT WAGON, AND PASSAT CC VEHICLES. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING GEAR CONTROL UNIT THAT CAN MALFUNCTION DUE TO A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THIS MALFUNCTION OCCURS, THE DRIVER'S STEERING INPUT IS NOT PROPERLY PROCESSED BY…
NHTSA 01V157000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Date: 03/05/2001
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SULFUR IN FUEL INTERACTS WITH CERTAIN ADDITIVES FOUND IN WIDELY AVAILABLE GASOLINE CAUSING SULFUR TO BECOME DEPOSITED ON THE CONTACT POINTS OF THREE FUEL SENDING UNITS MOUNTED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL GAUGE TO REA…
NHTSA 20V533000
Air Bags › Passenger Side Frontal › Cushion
Date: 02/09/2020
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Passat vehicles. The passenger frontal air bag may have been folded incorrectly affecting its deployment force. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety …
NHTSA 96V115000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System
Date: 01/07/1996
IN THE EVENT THE ENGINE OVERHEATS AND THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED CONTINUOUSLY IN THAT CONDITION, THE COOLANT PRESSURE WILL RISE TO A LEVEL AT WHICH THE HEAT EXCHANGER COULD LEAK.
NHTSA 18V369000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper
Date: 01/06/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reduc…
HÄUFIGE ZU PRÜFENDE OBD2-CODES
P0420
P0420
Powertrain
P0171
P0171
Powertrain
P0300
P0300
Powertrain
P0128
P0128
Powertrain
P0455
P0455
Powertrain
P0700
P0700
Transmission
P0442
P0442
Powertrain
P0172
P0172
Powertrain
P0401
P0401
Powertrain
Alle für dieses Fahrzeug dokumentierten Fehlercodes
Die am besten dokumentierten Diagnosecodes für dieses Modell, nach System und Schweregrad. Tippen Sie auf einen Code für die vollständige Anleitung.
P0455
powertrain
NIEDRIG⏱ 0.62h im SchnittP0442
powertrain
NIEDRIG⏱ 0.62h im SchnittP0440
powertrain
NIEDRIG⏱ 0.78h im SchnittP0420
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.24h im SchnittP0300
powertrain
HOCH⏱ 1.22h im SchnittP0172
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.13h im SchnittP0171
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.95h im SchnittP0730
transmission
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h im SchnittP0700
transmission
HOCH⏱ 1.25h im SchnittP0401
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h im SchnittP0011
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 5.4h im SchnittU0100
network
HOCHP0562
electrical
MEDIUM⏱ 0.58h im SchnittP0128
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.88h im Schnitt
KONTROLLLEUCHTEN — UNIVERSELLER LEITFADEN
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🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
Doors OpenChassis
Hood Open DualChassis
Trunk Open DualChassis
Ignition MalfunctionEngine
WheelEngine
Lights Ignition Steering MalfunctionChassis
Dsg Transmission Too HotTransmission
Electronic Parking Brake EngagedBrakes
Brake System MalfunctionBrakes
Brake WearBrakes
Engine CoolantEngine
Engine Oil Pressure LowEngine
12V Alternator MalfunctionElectrical
Cruise Control MalfunctionADAS
Brake PedalBrakes
Front Assist Collision WarningADAS
Differential Lock MalfunctionEngine
AdblueFuel
Error In Hybrid SystemElectrical
Central Warning LightLighting
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
AdBlue Level Low (VW) (Volkswagen)Emissions
EPC — Engine Control (VW) (Volkswagen)Engine
Glow Plug Fault (VW) (Volkswagen)Engine
DSG Fault (Volkswagen)Transmission
TpmsTyres
Open Rear LidEngine
Ignition Switch Starter ButtonEngine
Electronic ImmobilizerEngine
Fuel Tank Almost EmptyFuel
Front Fog Lights Switched OnLighting
Parking Lights Switched OnBrakes
Driving Lights Burned OutLighting
Adaptive Front Lighting System MalfunctionLighting
Headlight Range Adjustment MalfunctionLighting
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
DPF Regeneration (VW) (Volkswagen)Emissions
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
GEMELDETE BESCHWERDEN & PROBLEME (NHTSA)
7843 Beschwerden von Haltern bei der US-amerikanischen National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) für Volkswagen Passat über die Modelljahre 1990–2023. Es sind echte, verifizierte Meldungen von Fahrzeughaltern.
228 crash reports 300 fires 248 injuries 8 deaths
Beschwerden nach Modelljahr (die häufigsten zuerst)
Modelljahr 2013747
Modelljahr 1999664
Modelljahr 2002643
Modelljahr 2003634
Modelljahr 2014589
Modelljahr 2006576
Modelljahr 2000506
Modelljahr 2012480
Am häufigsten gemeldete Bauteile (alle Jahre)
Air Bags1611
Electrical System1141
Service Brakes921
Engine And Engine Cooling846
Hydraulic611
Engine603
Beispiele für Meldungen
Vehicle engine abruptly stopped running on roadway. No prior symptoms. Would not restart although starter properly engaged. MIL light did not illuminate prior to stoppage. BlueDriver device showed no stored codes. Tow required. VW dea… (MY 2014)
THERE IS A GAS LEAK BY REAR TIRE. THE MECHANICS THAT CHANGED MY TIRES SAID IT WAS WATER. WENT FOR AN OIL CHANGE, AND THEY REFUSED TO DO IT BECAUSE IT'S A GAS LEAK. THEY CAN'T TELL WHERE IT'S COMING FROM. (MY 2010)
HEATER NOT BLOWING HOT AIR. THIS SEEMS TO BE A MAJOR PROBLEM AND VW EVEN RECOGNIZES THE ISSUE. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL WARRANTY ITEM. HERE IS A LINK PROVIDED TO WHAT I HAVE FOUND. HTTPS://F01.JUSTANSWER.COM/KYLESKRAUTCAR/1C235176-E1B5-… (MY 2014)
THIS IS THE 4 TH TIME I HAVE HAD THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON ALONG WITH MISFIRE ISSUES. EACH TIME COSTING ME AT LEAST 2000.00 TO CORRECT ONLY FOR A SHORT TIME. HAVE CHANGED OIL PUMP, PLUGS, INJECTORS JUST TO NAME A FEW. I LOVE MY CAR… (MY 2005)
Quelle: NHTSA-Beschwerdedatenbank (U.S. data.gov). Die Daten decken die Produktionsjahre 1990–2023 ab.
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What tyres does the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) use?
The original OEM tyre size for the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) is 215/55 R16. Compatible alternative sizes: ["245/45R19"]. See the Tyres section on this page to compare offers from the main suppliers.
What is the right battery for the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023)?
The battery specified for the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) is group H6 (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 600A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.
What engine oil should I use on the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023)?
The engine oil specification for the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) is Castrol Edge 0W-20. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Volkswagen Passat (1990–2023) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
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