2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon: 2 recalls, 9 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #17V509000 · 2017 · 280,915 vehicles
What's 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.
Why it matters: If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V148000 · 2018 · 363,713 vehicles
What's wrong: 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. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure May cause the inflator to explode.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Airbags (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Electrical (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (2): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
The 2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon has 9 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 9 Passat Wagon model years for complaints (1.6× the average Passat Wagon year). Complaints peaked in 2018 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 76,051 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (6 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon problems?
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (3), airbags (3), electrical (3).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2010 Volkswagen Passat Wagon repair manual?
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