1995 Volkswagen Passat electrical system problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1995 Volkswagen Passat — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Backup lights didn't turn on, when the brakes were depressed the accent lights (lights that illuminate the gauges, window, a/c & heater controls and lock buttons etc.) would turn on. Also if the car if the keys were turned to the first notch (steering wheel unlock) and the heater vents turned to…”
filed Jan 14, 2009
“Timing chain stretched and valves went against pistons. Engine light goes on and off all the time. Ignition switch fail and lights go off. Right window doesn't work. Ignition coil is defective.”
filed Apr 22, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other Passat years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Passat | 10 | 22% |
| 2017 Passat | 17 | 16% |
| 2016 Passat | 22 | 21% |
| 2015 Passat | 48 | 20% |
| 2014 Passat | 73 | 12% |
| 2013 Passat | 93 | 12% |
| 2012 Passat | 95 | 20% |
| 2010 Passat | 21 | 13% |
| 2009 Passat | 18 | 12% |
| 2008 Passat | 21 | 13% |
| 2007 Passat | 34 | 13% |
| 2006 Passat | 79 | 14% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1995 Volkswagen Passat
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.