2014 Volkswagen Passat power train problems
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2014 Volkswagen Passat — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle experienced repeated catastrophic engine failures, including failure of a replacement engine. Approximately six months after purchase and at around 80,000 miles, the engine failed and required a complete engine replacement through Volkswagen and the MaxCare service contract…”
filed May 13, 2026
“I am reporting a recurring engine defect in a 2014 Volkswagen Passat that has resulted in repeated engine failure and loss of power while driving. Approximately six months after purchase, the vehicle required a complete engine replacement. One to two years after the replacement, the vehicle began…”
filed Jan 26, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft…Campaign 17V309000 · May 11, 2017
- In the affected vehicles, the O-ring seals between the oil cooler and the transmission…Campaign 14V182000 · Apr 15, 2014
Power Train problems in other Passat years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Passat | 3 | 7% |
| 2017 Passat | 5 | 5% |
| 2016 Passat | 5 | 5% |
| 2015 Passat | 12 | 5% |
| 2013 Passat | 33 | 4% |
| 2012 Passat | 15 | 3% |
| 2010 Passat | 34 | 21% |
| 2009 Passat | 10 | 7% |
| 2008 Passat | 12 | 7% |
| 2007 Passat | 13 | 5% |
| 2006 Passat | 47 | 8% |
| 2005 Passat | 13 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 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.