Electrical System Related Problems of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat

Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the horn assembly (three problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Volkswagen Passat


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat

The Electrical System problem

The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power, with the check engine warning light and an unknown warning light illuminated.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

On 1/12/21 while turning into a fast food restaurant I heard clicking in the steering column and then the air bag light came on and error codes across the digital screen and a clock emblem signal came on. Pulled over and looked at my manual.   Read details...

The Ignition Module problem

Access start module failed. Car refused to detect key fob and dashboard was off when entering vehicle. Could not press on brake to push start ignition. Car battery was at full 12-12 vdc. Checked fuses and nothing was blown. Had vehicle towed to dealer to check up.   Read details...


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Passat Service Bulletins
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