How many recalls does the 1996 Volkswagen Passat have?

The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has 2 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1996 Volkswagen Passat?

The most recent recall was issued on October 16, 2002 and relates to the electrical system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 1996 Volkswagen Passat?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 1996 Volkswagen Passat involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 1996 Volkswagen Passat affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 1 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

1996 Volkswagen Passat

The 1996 Volkswagen Passat has 2 recalls, both related to the ignition switch, which can fail and cut power to the headlights and windshield wipers while the vehicle is in motion.

If this failure happens at night or during rain or snow, the driver loses forward visibility at the same moment the wipers stop clearing the windshield, raising the risk of a crash. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue, as component wear in the switch continued to cause malfunctions at a higher rate than expected.

1996 Volkswagen Passat

1996 Volkswagen Passat Recalls

All 2 Recalls

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