MYRModel Year Report

2001 Volkswagen Passat Wagon

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2001 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:53:37.134Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen Passat Wagon Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 7 complaints 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 6 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 11 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 6 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010
2001: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
20012
20027
20033
20046
20060
200711
20086
20096
20109

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure.

CRASH FIRE
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ROLLED INTO VEHICLE IN FRONT. NO DAMAGE TO EITHER VEHICLE. CAR BURST IN TO FLAMES. TOTAL LOSS. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140521

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EMISSIONS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130313

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE
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ROLLED INTO VEHICLE IN FRONT. NO DAMAGE TO EITHER VEHICLE. CAR BURST IN TO FLAMES. TOTAL LOSS. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140521

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Volkswagen Passat Wagon — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Volkswagen Passat Wagon reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?

The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.