Model year guide

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 60 on record.

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined13–16 mpg

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

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.

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.

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton MPG & running costs

Combined13–16 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,725
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S5) or Automatic (S6)
Passenger volume108 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$16,625 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$28,625
Fuel only$28,625
Per mile$0.38

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
203.5 in
Width
74.8 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
118.1 in
Curb weight
5,194–5,399 lb
Front track
62.2 in
Rear track
63.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 198

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 198.

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards

Bulletin V171901201285565 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2023

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

Bulletin V171901201285562 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2023

Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

Bulletin V171901201285560 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2023

Update model year applicability to include 2023.

Bulletin V941901201152119 · Equipment · Dec 2022

Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.

Bulletin V271901201189422 · Electrical System · Dec 2022

This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.

Bulletin A002155201173212 · Electrical System · Dec 2021

Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

Bulletin V271901201189416 · Electrical System, Equipment · Jan 2021

Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.

Bulletin V5515032021354_7 · Structure, Equipment · Jan 2021

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).

Bulletin SM C-2020 · Equipment · Dec 2020

Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

Bulletin V171806201781314 · Equipment, Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2020

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the PHAETON (4 PASS.). Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Volkswagen Phaeton

The Volkswagen Phaeton is a full-size sedan/saloon manufactured by the German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen, described by Volkswagen as their "premium class" vehicle. Introduced at the 2002 Geneva Motor Show, the Phaeton was marketed worldwide. Sales in North America ended in 2006 and global sales ended in 2016.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton trims & engines on record

Trims
V8
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl 335 hp

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Phaeton model years

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2005 Volkswagen Phaeton — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 gas mileage does the 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton get?

The 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has U.S. EPA estimates of 13–16 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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