One problem related to side/rear glass has been reported for the 2002 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat based on all problems reported for the 2002 Passat.
I was driving on the freeway when my driver side window shattered and imploded for no explainable reason. Dealership refused to replace window as manufacturer defect. The service dealer said he had never heard of this happening before and that there had been no other complaints regarding this.