2014 Volkswagen Passat: excessive oil consumption

Filed May 13, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · IL

The vehicle experienced repeated catastrophic engine failures, including failure of a replacement engine. Approximately six months after purchase and at around 80,000 miles, the engine failed and required a complete engine replacement through Volkswagen and the MaxCare service contract. Approximately one to one and a half years later, at around 120,000 miles, the replacement engine also failed. The vehicle developed rough idle conditions, check engine light warnings, timing chain and camshaft-related issues, lubrication-related concerns, and severe engine performance problems. Volkswagen later recommended another complete engine rebuild or replacement along with additional engine-related repairs. The vehicle became non-operable and could no longer be safely or reliably driven. The repeated failure of both the original engine and replacement engine suggests an ongoing defect-related condition rather than normal wear or an isolated mechanical failure. The problems were confirmed and documented by Volkswagen service personnel. Similar engine-related concerns involving oil consumption, lubrication issues, timing system concerns, and engine performance problems are also reflected in Volkswagen Technical Service Bulletins involving this type of engine.

Filed May 30, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · FL

Local dealership requesting for Volkswagen to authorize an inspection at no charge due to excessive oil consumption. Please see attachment from dealership.

Filed Feb 26, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · FL

There has been an excessive oil consumption in this vehicle , and reading other reports there maybe an issue, also this vehicle has been part of several recalls previously and I am concerned and I don’t feel safe to drive it . I would like for VW to inspect the car free of charge for this particular issue.

Filed Apr 7, 2022 · Engine, Transmission · 149,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving a 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where she informed the mechanic that she had to top off the oil reservoir with 1 to 2 quarts of oil every two weeks. The mechanic informed her that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil and referred her to the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer where she was informed that the upper timing chain cover and transmission oil cooler needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V182000 (Power Train) which she linked to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and she was informed that her vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.

Filed Feb 19, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · NC

I bought an extended warranty on this car and it does not cover ESC light coming on . Car is burning oil. I’m afraid to drive due to the ESC also car misfires hardly

Filed May 13, 2021 · Engine · 75,000 miles · OH

The car continues to have a slow oil leak apparently on the right rear of the engine. It has been checked at vw and with other independent mechanics without resolution or finding the source of the leak. There is no oil ever on the ground. The car is not burning oil.

Filed Dec 1, 2020 · Engine, Transmission · 119,000 miles · TX

While driving the car the epc light came on. I took the vehicle to the dealership where they determined the oil level was so low that no oil was showing on the dip stick. Dealership added 3.8 quarts its and noted they suspect based on my history of timely oil changes that the engine is consuming oil. The low oil indicator light never came on. The car is still consuming oil and no indicator light is coming on.

Filed Mar 10, 2020 · Engine · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen passat. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor in the vehicle. The contact was advised by her sister to check the oil level. The contact checked the oil level and noticed that there was no oil on the dipstick. The contact added oil to the engine. The contact stated that a warning light was not displayed to inform of a low oil level. The vehicle was taken to bartlesville chrysler dodge ram jeep located at (3250 se washington blvd, bartlesville, ok 74006), where the vehicle was inspected and the technician found no oil leaks. The vehicle was also taken to don thornton volkswagen of tulsa located at (4240 s. Memorial dr, tulsa, ok 74145) where the contact was informed that the oil cap needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.