Electrical System Related Problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Passat

Table 1 shows two common electrical system related problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (24 problems). The second most common problem is related to the software (one problem).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Volkswagen Passat

Problem Category Number of Problems
Electrical System problems
24
Software problems
1

Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Passat

The Electrical System problem

The clock spring system failed, rendering all of the cars' steering wheel functions non-functional. The airbag light is on and the steering wheels airbag does not operate as well as the cars horn and auto cruise controls. The instrument cluster is malfunctioning as well.   Read details...

The Software problem

There is issue with hmi (radio) and instrument panel cluster. The screen goes freeze. This issue is sporadic, and I am concerned about safety of myself and family. I am afraid while driving suddenly instrument panel cluster ipc screen goes freeze not able to see what my vehicle speed is currently.   Read details...


Electrical System related problems in other Volkswagen Passat model year vehicles:



Passat Service Bulletins
Passat Safety Recalls
Passat Defect Investigations