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2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Safety Overview

The 2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 24V834000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 24V834000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/30/2024
2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 18V247000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 18V247000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/18/2018
2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 17V509000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V509000: If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/16/2017
2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 16V079000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 16V079000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/10/2016

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.