One problem related to windshield wiper/washer switch has been reported for the 1996 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving the wipers and headlights went out. Nhtsa recall 02 v 256 000 was related to this problem but the consumers vehicle was not included in the recall.
| Defogger Heater problems | |
| Power Window problems | |
| Defogger problems | |
| Windshield problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problems | |
| Exterior Rearview Mirror problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer problems |