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1990 Volkswagen Passat

NHTSA has received 50 complaints about the 1990 Volkswagen Passat, and 18% of them involve engine. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (16%) and seat belts (14%).

At a glance

Complaints
50 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 18% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
21 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

NHTSA has received 50 complaints about the 1990 Volkswagen Passat, and 18% of them involve engine. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (16%) and seat belts (14%).

  • Engine 18%
  • Wipers, windshield & visibility 16%
  • Seat belts 14%
  • Air conditioning & heating 12%
  • Transmission 12%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1990 Volkswagen Passat

Recalls

The 1990 Volkswagen Passat is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 1990 Volkswagen Passat

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 1990 Volkswagen Passat. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 21 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 18 city / 26 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Passat