2009 Ford Fusion vs 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Fusion | 2009 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,021 | 146 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 749 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 65 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 22–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 98,000 mi | 79,913 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Fusion | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 472 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 359 | 12 |
| Engine | 30 | 60 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 60 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 46 |
| Structure | 42 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 18 |
| Steering | 16 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 63 | 0 |
| Stalling | 24 | 27 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 9 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
2009 Ford Fusion
2009 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.