One problem related to exterior rearview mirror has been reported for the 1997 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
On top of all the chronic design and other failures that have been endured, add the following : drivers outside rear view mirror - lens falls off on own accord. Also, although not immediately safety related - passenger side visor plastic holes broke out so screws will not hold visor in place.
| Defogger Heater problems | |
| Power Window problems | |
| Rear Window Wiper Washer problems | |
| Wiper problems | |
| Exterior Rearview Mirror problems | |
| Sun Roof problems | |
| Side/rear Glass problems | |
| Defogger Controls problems |