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2022 Volkswagen Passat
2022 Volkswagen Passat: brakes lead a small set of owner complaints
Owners filed just 9 complaints with NHTSA, so the sample is small. Service brakes are the single most reported area at 33% (3 reports), followed by the engine, power train, steering, and electrical system, each with 2 reports (22%). None of these complaints are tied to a crash, fire, injury, or death.
Most reported areas
Service Brakes0 33%
The most reported area: 3 reports (33%), with no crashes, fires, or injuries. Owners describe rear brakes wearing out earlier than expected, so check brake condition on a test drive.
Engine0 22%
2 reports (22%), with no crashes, fires, or injuries. A complaint mentions repeatedly needing to add oil. A minor but recurring area to ask about.
Power Train0 22%
2 reports (22%), with no crashes, fires, or injuries. A small share of the overall complaints.
Steering0 22%
2 reports (22%), with no crashes, fires, or injuries. One owner reports the steering tightening when slowing between 30 and 42 mph.
Electrical System0 22%
2 reports (22%), with no crashes, fires, or injuries. One owner reports all four doors unlocking on their own while parked.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 9 complaints
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