Table 1 shows one common air brake related problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Passat.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Brake Wheel Speed Sensor problems |
In less than 51,000 miles 3 wheel speed sensors have required replacement. An unacceptable average failure rate of once every 1. 7 years or 17,000 miles. Failure of one of these components disables all safety systems including air bags. How could such an obviously unreliable part not be subject to a safety recall.