Volkswagen Passat owners have reported 327 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 20 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (70 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's sun roof (54 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The heater core becomes clogged and limits heat available for windshield defogging and defrosting. This creates a visibility hazard during inclement weather and makes the cabin uncomfortable during cold weather. The heater core was diagnosed and replaced on this vehicle in December 2024. Read details...
Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the glass on the sun roof shattered. The contact mentioned that there were no other vehicles around at the time of the incident. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Read details...
The plastic clips holding the window in place broke and window falls down. It costs $350 to replace the $1. 50 cheap plastic part. Read details...
The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Passat. When the contact started the vehicle, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and the following codes appeared: (u1123-0017178 data bus error, p0441-0021406 evap ignition Read details...
Vw Passat windshield shatters for no apparent reason. This seems to be a trend that I discovered while talking with other vw owners and searching the web. . . . This has happened to people while driving. Time bomb waiting to happen and money out of peoples pockets!! Read details...