1996 Volkswagen Passat
NHTSA has received 48 complaints about the 1996 Volkswagen Passat, and 29% of them involve electrical system. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (25%) and air conditioning & heating (12%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 48 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Electrical system 29% of complaints
- Recalls
- 1
- Fuel economy
- 18 to 35 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 48 complaints about the 1996 Volkswagen Passat, and 29% of them involve electrical system. After that come wipers, windshield & visibility (25%) and air conditioning & heating (12%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Volkswagen Passat
Recalls
The 1996 Volkswagen Passat is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 35 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 31 city / 41 highway.