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2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Safety Overview

The 2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Unknown or other
  • Exterior lighting:headlights
  • Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.

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

2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 21V321000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.

NHTSA Recall 21V321000: Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/5/2021
2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 20V561000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants.

NHTSA Recall 20V561000: Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/16/2020
2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 19V389000

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.

Reported: 5/22/2019
2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 16V403000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V403000: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/6/2016
2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 15V705000

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.

Reported: 10/26/2015

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.