2014 Volkswagen Passat Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 59about this part
- Share
- 10%of 594 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 39,625miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 59 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2014 Volkswagen Passat, 10% of the 594 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 39,625 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After driving my 2014 Passat has a burning smell coming from the car. After having the upper timing chamber, transmission seals, and brake system replaced it is still smelling like something is burning. It smells like metal on metal, so I assumed it was the brakes, but even after having them changed at the dealership, there is still an unknown problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11186336, filed 2019-03, 78,000 miles“While driving the vehicle, I noticed the airbag light had come on. This sometimes happens when something heavy is on the seat. While needing to honk the horn on the freeway because someone was merging on to the lane where I was driving, the horn would not work. I later discovered the radio control on the steering wheel did not work either.”
NHTSA complaint #11061463, filed 2018-01, 73,100 miles“Heater core was plugged. Vw did replace it under a TSB but friends of mine state their heater cores plugged again after having them replaced once. I was warm defrost on the drivers side and cold on the passenger side. Wouldn't even defrost the windshield so I could see with frost on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10838863, filed 2016-02, 34,200 miles“Battery light came on. Then headlights began to darken,power steering failed, ABS brake light warning came on, airbag warning light came on, TPMS light came on, low fuel light came on, engine became sluggish with little acceleration, speedometer went out and all lights in car went out. I could barely control, move or turn car. This happened after my 40k mile service 4 days ago. Everything checked out fine at that time.”
NHTSA complaint #10910468, filed 2016-09, 40,050 miles“My car has an open recall for the takata air bag situation. It' been open since february it's now august. As I understand it, the airbag apparatus is subject to corrosion in humid warm climates. I live in brevard county florida, on the coast subject to high humidity and heat. My neighbor has an acura which is also subject to the recall. Since acura thinks more of it's clients they made arrangements for a rental car for them until the fix finally came in, in july. …”
NHTSA complaint #10893544, filed 2016-08, 30,330 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038143Sep 9, 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 11036868Aug 6, 2026Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- 11036870Aug 4, 2026Differences between a leak and seepage
- 11030841Mar 25, 2026Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
- 11030838Mar 19, 2026Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
- 11030828Mar 5, 2026Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
- 11026185Nov 17, 2025Replace Door Lock and Cap.
- 11025442Oct 6, 2025GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
- 11018938May 12, 2025How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
- 11012464Dec 4, 2024Diesel Models only. Repurchase Prior to Repairs
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 8% |
| 2021 | 1 | 5% |
| 2020 | 4 | 22% |
| 2019 | 1 | 8% |
| 2018 | 3 | 7% |
| 2017 | 22 | 20% |
| 2016 | 13 | 12% |
| 2015 | 40 | 16% |
| 2014 | 59 | 10% |
| 2013 | 77 | 10% |
| 2012 | 31 | 6% |
| 2011 | 2 | 13% |
| 2010 | 13 | 8% |
| 2009 | 9 | 6% |
| 2008 | 13 | 8% |
| 2007 | 9 | 3% |
| 2006 | 13 | 2% |
| 2005 | 7 | 5% |
| 2004 | 9 | 3% |
| 2003 | 13 | 2% |
| 2002 | 18 | 3% |
| 2001 | 9 | 2% |
| 2000 | 12 | 2% |
| 1999 | 11 | 2% |
| 1998 | 5 | 2% |
| 1997 | 2 | 5% |
| 1996 | 1 | 3% |
| 1995 | 1 | 1% |
| 1993 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2014 Volkswagen Passat
354 complaintsEngine
77 complaintsElectrical system
74 complaintsFuel system
50 complaintsSteering
44 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
16 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Volkswagen Passat
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology