Model year guide

2015 Volkswagen passat tdi

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Volkswagen passat tdi is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2015 Volkswagen passat tdi — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 Volkswagen passat tdi at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints1

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2015 Volkswagen passat tdi recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2015 Volkswagen passat tdi.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2015 Volkswagen passat tdi common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Dimensions & weight

Length
191.7 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
57.9 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
Curb weight
3,408 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2015 Volkswagen passat tdi. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 18

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 18.

Update technical publication to include model year 2018 Atlas

Bulletin V001708 2038059 · Equipment · May 2017

Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability

Bulletin V001706_2033708 · Structure, Equipment · Apr 2017

Brand specific Alignment rack software information to address calibration concerns for adaptive cruise control.

Bulletin TT 27-16-02 · Electrical System · Dec 2016

Updated to include model year 2017 applicability

Bulletin V401602 2040561 · Steering · Oct 2016

Update to model year applicability.

Bulletin V871622 2019947 · Equipment · Oct 2016

Update model year applicability.

Bulletin V191602 2022549 · Electrical System · Oct 2016

Update to include additional model year applicability.

Bulletin V011615 2014815 · Engine · Oct 2016

Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

Bulletin V371602 2033975 · Power Train · Oct 2016

Update model year applicability.

Bulletin V661603 2027119 · Equipment · Oct 2016

MIL-ON, FAULT P309F OR P309D, NO ELECTRIC DRIVE MODE MIL-ON, FAULT P013E IN THE ECM MIL-ON, FAULT P164B IN ECM CUSTOMER STATES NOISE FORM THE ENGINE/TURBO FUEL GAUGE NOT READING FULL AFTER TOPPING UP FUEL FUEL LINE RATTLE CLUTCH PEDAL SQUEAL/SQUEAK WHEN OPERAT…

Bulletin VIN-4-A-PIN AUGU · Engine, Fuel System, Other, Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 2016

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the PASSAT TDI. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2015 Volkswagen passat tdi trims & engines on record

Trims
SE
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 150 hp

2015 Volkswagen passat tdi vehicles on record

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2015 Volkswagen passat tdi — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Volkswagen passat tdi have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2015 Volkswagen passat tdi. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen passat tdi?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.