2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Safety Overview
The 2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 7 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
- Exterior lighting:headlights
- Engine and engine cooling:engine
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
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 19V862000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V389000: Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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 vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 19V014000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V705000: If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
If the brake line was not properly tightened, it may leak brake fluid, causing a reduction in braking performance, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V373000: If the brake line was not properly tightened, it may leak brake fluid... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.
NHTSA Recall 15V028000: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Unexpected movement of the driver's seatback may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V670000: Unexpected movement of the driver's seatback may distract the driver... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.