2017 Volkswagen Passat forward collision avoidance problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the forward collision avoidance on the 2017 Volkswagen Passat — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving across a railroad track, the Forward Collision-Avoidance braking system independently engaged. The contact was able to safely cross the railroad track. The contact stated that the failure had occurred previously while…”
filed Jan 18, 2024
“My clock spring has broken. It is giving major safety concerns because my front airbag will not work. The horn does not work, limiting my communication with other drivers in case of impending accidents. None of the buttons work on my steering column as well.”
filed May 23, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Forward Collision Avoidance problems in other Passat years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Passat | 3 | 7% |
| 2016 Passat | 7 | 7% |
| 2015 Passat | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 Passat | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 Passat | 1 | 0% |
| 2012 Passat | 1 | 0% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 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.