2006 Volkswagen Passat
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Volkswagen Passat is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 219 on record.
2006 Volkswagen Passat at a glance
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2006 Volkswagen Passat recalls 7
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2007 Volkswagen Passat sedan and wagon vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q8. Note: This rec…
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.
Fix: 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.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LEFT AND RIGHT TIE ROD SECURING NUT MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TORQUED.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND INSTALL NEW LEFT AND RIGHT TIE ROD SECURING NUTS AT THE PROPER TORQUED SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 7, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L ENGINE WITH 147 KW MAY HAVE A VACUUM LINE THAT MAY FRACTURE AND BECOME DISCONNECTED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED VACUUM LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.
ON CERTAIN '6' GENERATION PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL DURING HEAVY RAIN DUE TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE ENTERING THE WIPER MOTOR. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE WIPERS CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPECIAL COVER AND SEALING KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's side front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69EG, 69GQ, and 69E6.
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.
2006 Volkswagen Passat common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 576 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2006 Volkswagen Passat safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Volkswagen Passat 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2006 Volkswagen Passat MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2006 Volkswagen Passat worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2006 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. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,359) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,443), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2006 Volkswagen Passat trims & engines on record
2006 Volkswagen Passat vehicles on record
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK93C96P040036
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C36P144235
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWEK73C86P064432
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C26P100095
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73CX6E055354
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6WVWEU73C86P093908
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C06P151224
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C56P088346
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWEK73C76P095543
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6WVWCU73C66E100714
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C86P076286
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C46P170374
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C56P042550
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWEK93CX6P071538
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6WVWEU73CX6P141134
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6WVWEU73C26E100248
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C26P065154
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 4MotionWVWFU73C16P154391
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C46P170830
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C56P085575
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK93C66P091090
2006 Volkswagen Passat 3.6WVWCU73CX6P126284
2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0TWVWAK73C96P053776
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2006 Volkswagen Passat — frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Volkswagen Passat have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2006 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 2006 Volkswagen Passat?
Based on 576 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine, power train.
What is the 2006 Volkswagen Passat safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2006 Volkswagen Passat crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Volkswagen Passat get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Volkswagen Passat at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 28 highway).
How much is a 2006 Volkswagen Passat worth?
Comparable 2006 Volkswagen Passat listings run roughly $1,700–$5,300, typically around $3,359 (from 219 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.