Is the 2009 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 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon

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2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:51:49.365Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 6
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2009: 6 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2001	2
2002	7
2003	3
2004	6
2006	0
2007	11
2008	6
2009	6
2010	9

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel/propulsion system

3 of 6 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE

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While driving 2009 vw Passat Wagon on i-495 south in haverhill, ma, at around 5 pm, smoke suddenly began billowing out of the vents.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-06

Also filed under Structure

Vehicle speed control

1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Structure

1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

FIRE

Engine

1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine.

Electrical system

1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2018-03-16Air bags18V148000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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2018-06-26Fuel system, gasoline17V509000 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.

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon — pre-purchase inspection

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Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 18V148000 · Air bags
Recall 17V509000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?: The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have?: 2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.