2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon recalls and problems

The 2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon has 3 safety recalls and 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volkswagen dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon recalls

Recall 18V-247: Air Bags

Reported Apr 18, 2018 · 71,335 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan and wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q8. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-079.

Recall 18V-148: Air Bags

Reported Mar 6, 2018 · 363,713 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078.

Recall 17V-509: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Aug 16, 2017 · 280,915 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.

2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	5
Fuel/Propulsion System	5
Electrical System	1
Exterior Lighting	1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 160,000 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Sep 17, 2018

I received a notice about a recall of the fuel pump module I took it into volkswagen they told me they replaced it but yet my but that myfuel pump went out it leaking gas and they send me on my way they told me it was gonna cost me $700 . I have looked into this and actually went to fuel my job goes out the fuel pump goes out toso I contacted them and they told me that there's nothing that they could do that that has nothing to do with the module

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 196,350 miles · reported Jul 19, 2018

On 2 july 2018 I received notice of the fuel pump ECM recall. I immediately went to my local dealer and had the recall work performed - replacement of the ECM, relocation of the ECM from top of pump to rear right wheel well. On 7 july 2018, I folded the rear seat down to expand the cargo area of the vehicle. On 15 july 2018, I returned the rear seat to seating position. Later that day, the fuel pump failed while driving. Took to nearest dealer who charged $140 diag fee to tell me the fuel pump was bad - well, duh! The issue correlates to the ECM being recently traded out. The fuel pump itself…

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 139,000 miles · reported Jul 11, 2018

The contact owns a 2007 volkswagen passat wagon. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle started to hesitate and then stalled. The message "engine shutting off" populated in the message center. The contact also stated that the vehicle had been hesitating for approximately a month when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The dealer (Hallmark volkswagen, 2431 gallatin pike n, madison tennessee) was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact also received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 17v509000 (Fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified…

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · at 160,000 miles · reported Jan 23, 2018

Fuel pump control module I have a special needs child that requires me to be in my vehicle 85% of the time I have loved my vw passat and enjoyed driving it up till about 1.5 years its been one fix after another some major some not ive had check engine light problems, adding oil in between changes tire rod etc this issue im having at this time is on recall list ( Fuel pump control) I have been put in several unsafe moments left stranded. I have been on hwy my car stalls out cause driving back an fourth to duke hospital im on hwy alot, I AM still paying on this vehicle w/ ( $7000.00) owed on it…

Exterior Lighting · reported Dec 21, 2017

Plastic headlight covers are known to deteriorate due to sunlight. I AM told I have lost 30% of my headlights' capacity to illuminate the road. Vw wants more than $900 to replace them, claiming they are permanently attached to the entire headlight assemblies.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 18V-247 (air bags), 18V-148 (air bags), 17V-509 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?

Owners report air bags problems most often (5 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 160,000 miles.

Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.