2006 Volkswagen Passat
NHTSA has received 779 complaints about the 2006 Volkswagen Passat, and 19% of them involve air bags. After that come engine (16%) and steering (15%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 779 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Air bags 19% of complaints
- Recalls
- 7
- Fuel economy
- 19 to 24 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 779 complaints about the 2006 Volkswagen Passat, and 19% of them involve air bags. After that come engine (16%) and steering (15%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2006 Volkswagen Passat
Recalls
The 2006 Volkswagen Passat is affected by 7 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 29 highway.