2014 Volkswagen Passat vs 2016 Volkswagen Passat
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Volkswagen Passat | 2016 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 593 | 106 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,562 | 828 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–34 | 23–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 37,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Passat | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 353 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 73 | 22 |
| Engine | 77 | 17 |
| Steering | 44 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 47 | 15 |
| Power Train | 37 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 56 | 16 |
| Stalling | 24 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 5 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 6 | 0 |
2014 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.