1999 Volkswagen Passat
NHTSA has received 854 complaints about the 1999 Volkswagen Passat, and 29% of them involve brakes. After that come suspension (16%) and engine (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 854 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Brakes 29% of complaints
- Recalls
- 5
- Fuel economy
- 18 to 24 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 854 complaints about the 1999 Volkswagen Passat, and 29% of them involve brakes. After that come suspension (16%) and engine (10%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1999 Volkswagen Passat
Recalls
The 1999 Volkswagen Passat is affected by 5 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 6 versions of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 29 highway.