Model year guide

2009 Volkswagen Passat

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Volkswagen Passat is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 59 on record.

2009 Volkswagen Passat — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Volkswagen Passat at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints152
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$7,007

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2009 Volkswagen Passat recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V148000 · 06/03/2018

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.

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. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This …

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #17V509000 · 16/08/2017

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.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V078000 · 10/02/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 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. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are a…

Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) NHTSA Campaign #08V577000 · 03/11/2008

VW IS RECALLING 130 MY 2009 PASSAT, PASSAT WAGON, AND PASSAT CC VEHICLES. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING GEAR CONTROL UNIT THAT CAN MALFUNCTION DUE TO A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THIS MALFUNCTION OCCURS, THE DRIVER'S STEERING INPUT IS NOT PROPERLY PROCESSED BY THE SYSTEM AND THE VEHICLE MAY NOT RESPOND AS THE DRIVER INTENDS. THIS DEFECT CAN ONLY OCCUR IMMEDIATELY AFTER VEHICLE START-UP WHEN THE …

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987.

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.

2009 Volkswagen Passat common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 152 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2009 Volkswagen Passat MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Volkswagen Passat worth?

Low
$4,250
Typical price
$7,007
High
$9,900

From 59 comparable 2009 Volkswagen Passat listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Volkswagen Passat costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,750
Total$21,250
Per mile$0.28

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 ($7,007) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,276), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Volkswagen Passat trims & engines on record

Trims
Komfort
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 200 hp

2009 Volkswagen Passat vehicles on record

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2009 Volkswagen Passat — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Volkswagen Passat have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2009 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 2009 Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 152 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Volkswagen Passat get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Volkswagen Passat at about 23 mpg combined (19 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2009 Volkswagen Passat worth?

Comparable 2009 Volkswagen Passat listings run roughly $4,250–$9,900, typically around $7,007 (from 59 vehicles).

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