2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 18, 2017 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Passat TDI years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI. The most reported problem area is visibility/wiper (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 57,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Visibility/wiper1 · ~57,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Visibility/wiper1100%57,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Even when the engine is fully warmed up, the heater only produces heat to 100 deg f, making it hard for the windshield defrost from clearing the windshield in the winter.

Visibility/wiper · received Nov 18, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11047168

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201510

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI?

Owners most often report visibility/wiper problems. The top one, visibility/wiper, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Passat TDI model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.