One problem related to headlights has been reported for the 2010 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat based on all problems reported for the 2010 Passat.
The daytime running lights (drl) as implemented on the 2010 Volkswagen Passat wagon are a safety hazard. The only lights that light up are the headlights, not the rear, front, to side "running" lights. A driver can easily start driving at night without any rear or side lights on. The drl headlights on, gives the driver the false impression that their lights are on. When in fact, only the headlights are on.
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