The worst 2006 Volkswagen Passat Wagon problems
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Recalls 2
Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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 number 18V247000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 17V509000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Volkswagen Passat Wagon 268
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder...
- In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices...
- In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Update model year applicability to include 2023.
- Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger
- In conjunction with the New York DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
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Is the 2006 Volkswagen Passat Wagon reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2006 Volkswagen Passat Wagon.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?
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How many recalls does the 2006 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have?
2 recalls, covering air bags and fuel system, gasoline.
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