2004 Toyota Camry vs 2004 Volkswagen Passat
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Toyota Camry | 2004 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 638 | 279 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 174 | 235 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 199 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 20–27 |
| Median reported mileage | 48,000 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Camry | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 238 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 30 | 59 |
| Air Bags | 79 | 8 |
| Power Train | 48 | 38 |
| Steering | 80 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 54 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 23 |
| Engine | 26 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 66 | 21 |
| Stalling | 32 | 21 |
| Check engine light | 24 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 18 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 8 |
2004 Toyota Camry
2004 Volkswagen Passat
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.