This page covers 1 recall, 12 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Volkswagen Passat.
29 mpg combined
8.1 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints for the 2019 Passat are spread thin across a small number of reports, with brakes and the electrical system drawing the most attention. On the brake side, owners describe delayed pedal engagement and slow pedal return, raising concerns about response time in sudden stops. Electrical complaints include the automatic emergency braking system activating on its own without any obstacle present, causing abrupt stops at highway speeds. A separate report describes the EPC and check engine lights coming on together, accompanied by rough gear changes and unusual engine noise at low speeds. A fuel injector failure that caused shaking and a loss of power appears in one isolated report. One owner also describes a remote start feature that was non-functional at the time of sale and remained unresolved.
12
Total Complaints
By System
At a glance
What can fail
The blocking cap that prevents headlight horizontal aim adjustment may be missing, allowing unintended headlight aiming changes that don't meet federal lamp standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect headlights and install the blocking cap if needed to prevent horizontal adjustment.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
