CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Volkswagen Passat has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 594 complaints with NHTSA, including 19 crashes, 3 fires, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (355 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2014 Volkswagen Passat recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal Shards
The driver's side frontal airbag inflator can rupture, or explode, because its propellant degrades over time.
Driver Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver's side air bag inflator in these vehicles may rupture because its propellant can degrade over time after long exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature swings.
Headlights May Be Misaimed, Reducing Night Visibility
Some Volkswagen Passat and Atlas vehicles may have been built without the blocking cap that prevents the headlight's horizontal aim from being adjusted.
Driver airbag inflator may explode and spray metal fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when it deploys, which may cause the inflator to rupture.
Grease Leak Near Hot Exhaust Can Cause Fire
The underbody heat shield on the right half-shaft is too short to fully protect the driveshaft's grease boot from engine heat.
Water Can Corrode Sensor Wiring and Cause a Fire
Improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor can let water in.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments at Occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator may be subject to excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys.
Driver Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
Debris can contaminate the steering wheel clock spring, a flat spiral cable that keeps the driver's front airbag electrically connected while the wheel turns.
Fuel Leak at Fuel Rail Can Cause Engine Compartment Fire
A sealing cap at the fuel rail may fail, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.
Most common 2014 Volkswagen Passat problems
Problem areas named in the 594 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 355 |
| Engine | 77 |
| Electrical System | 75 |
| Unknown Or Other | 59 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 47 |
| Steering | 44 |
| Power Train | 37 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 12 |
| Structure | 12 |
What owners report
A prior recall that was supposedly fixed, broke again. Submitted several complaints with Nhtsa and Volkswagen. Volkswagen said i had to pay a fee to verify what was wrong with my vehicle because the recall had already been fixed before. Months of waiting and waiting for an appointment and then vw would still not refix the recall. So years and years went by before the recall was recalled and vw sent out notice. Only to schedule you vehicle for service months out and then call and cancel because there is a shortage of parts and no known time in getting them. Anyways the recalled recall is an air bag spring that caused all of my vehicles "functions" to stop working. No horn, no steering wheel b
Clockspring Recall. Horn not working, buttons on steering column not working, when turning steering wheel it makes a clicking noise, sounds like spring being pulled, driver side air bag light is illuminated on dash.
The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the Check Engine warning light illuminated, and there was no heat coming from the front passengerâs or driverâs side air vents. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine heater core had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on three different occasions. The engine heater core was replaced four times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that no assistance was available due to the mileage on the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
I was driving and the airbag light randomly came on out of the blue. While trying to parallel park I noticed my steering wheel clicking. We ran codes on the car and we are confident that the clock spring failed. My horn and cruise control also no longer work.
Early in 2024 my VW Passat TDI SEL the airbag light would not go off after starting and operating the car. The steering wheel controls were also operation incorrectly -- the horn didn't work, nor did the cruise control, wiper controls, etc. I took the car to my local VW dealership, where it was diagnosed that the steering wheel clock spring was defective and needed to be replaced. The dealership reported the component was on a serious back order, and they would call me when it was available. This presented a clear safety issue, since the airbag was non-functioning, and the horn did not work, and the other steering wheel controls were not operating correctly. I requested a loaner car until su
2014 Volkswagen Passat safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Volkswagen Passat 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (10.7% rollover risk) |
2014 Volkswagen Passat questions
Does the 2014 Volkswagen Passat have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2014 Volkswagen Passat: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal Shards; Driver Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Headlights May Be Misaimed, Reducing Night Visibility; Driver airbag inflator may explode and spray metal fragments; Grease Leak Near Hot Exhaust Can Cause Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Volkswagen Passat?
Based on 594 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (355), Engine (77), Electrical System (75).
How safe is the 2014 Volkswagen Passat?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2014 Volkswagen Passat up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Volkswagen Passat has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.