2000 Volkswagen Passat
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2000 Volkswagen Passat is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 17 on record.
2000 Volkswagen Passat at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2000 Volkswagen Passat recalls 5
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use i…
Fix: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 412,000 MY 1999-2005 PASSAT (5TH GENERATION) VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND PRODUCED AFTER JUNE 14, 1999. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN UNDERBODY HEAT SHIELD THAT CAN BECOME DAMAGED. IN ADDITION, AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY HAVE A FUEL LINE (1.8T ENGINES ONLY) OR FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE (4MOTION/ALL WHEEL DRIVE ONLY) THAT CAN LEAK DUE TO…
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL ADDITIONAL UNDERBODY HEAT SHIELDS ON VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS TO COVER THE POSSIBLY DAMAGED AREAS AND FLASH ALL 1.8T ENGINES WITH A PRECAUTIONARY SOFTWARE UPDATE. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT AND ADJUST THE FUEL LINE ROUTING ON 1.8T VEHICLES AND THE FUEL TANK VENTILAT…
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SULFUR IN FUEL INTERACTS WITH CERTAIN ADDITIVES FOUND IN WIDELY AVAILABLE GASOLINE CAUSING SULFUR TO BECOME DEPOSITED ON THE CONTACT POINTS OF THREE FUEL SENDING UNITS MOUNTED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL GAUGE TO READ FULL WHILE THE FUEL TANK MAY NOT IN FACT BE FULL OR COULD BE EMPTY.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS AND REPLACE THEM WITH FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS USING A NEW ALLOY COMPOSED OF GOLD, SILVER, AND A SMALL AMOUNT OF NICKEL, WHICH WILL NOT CHEMICALLY REACT WITH SULFUR. VW/AUDI WILL ALSO CALL BACK VEHICLES THAT WERE REPAIRED UNDER A PREVIOUS …
ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES.
Fix: DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 2003. OWNERS W…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2000 Volkswagen Passat common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 524 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2000 Volkswagen Passat MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2000 Volkswagen Passat worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2000 Volkswagen Passat costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2000 Volkswagen Passat trims & engines on record
2000 Volkswagen Passat vehicles on record
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8TWVWMA23B0YE230451
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8TWVWMA23B6YP163455
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6WVWND23B5YE272240
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8TWVWMA23B3YP295279
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8TWVWMA23B2YP367511
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6WVWMD23BXYP431205
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6WVWMD23B5YE242568
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6WVWMD23B5YP218534
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8TWVWMA23B0YP299600
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8TWVWMA23B7YE266167
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4MotionWVWUH23B0YE250047
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6WVWND23B0YE267088
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6 4MotionWVWUH23BXYE324414
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6WVWND23B4YE310962
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLX V6WVWPD23B5YP299970
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS 1.8TWVWMA23B7YP168924
2000 Volkswagen Passat GLS V6WVWMD23B0YP221468
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2000 Volkswagen Passat — frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Volkswagen Passat have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2000 Volkswagen Passat. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volkswagen Passat?
Based on 524 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, engine, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Volkswagen Passat get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2000 Volkswagen Passat at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 27 highway).
How much is a 2000 Volkswagen Passat worth?
Comparable 2000 Volkswagen Passat listings run roughly $650–$1,900, typically around $1,135 (from 13 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.