2012
Volkswagen
Passat
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140 hp @ 4000 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
140 hp
Horsepower
236 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeDiesel
Combined Efficiency4.4 - 6.8 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity70.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
450 L
Cargo
1,077 mm
Front Legroom
993 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
Monitoring
Tire Pressure Monitor
Security
Security System
Wheel Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
15 ft11.6"
4.87m
Width
6 ft0.2"
1.83m
Height
4 ft10.5"
1.49m
Wheelbase
9 ft2.4"
2.8m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Reflex Silver Metallic
#D8D8D8
Candy White
#FFFFFF
Opera Red Metallic
#5A151A
Night Blue Metallic
#282E3E
Black
#000000
Platinum Grey Metallic
#686C6F
Glacier Blue Metallic
#8D9CA3
Tungsten Silver Metallic
#91908E
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
477 complaints reported to NHTSA
477
Total Reports
13
Crashes
10
Injuries
3
Fires
Most Common Issues
AIR BAGS
293
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
94
STEERING
46
ENGINE
40
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
32
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
30
Recent Reports
ODI #11692378
Oct 9, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000(Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the air bags warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Incident: Oct 9, 2023VIN: 1VWCP7A39CC***
ODI #11689492
Sep 24, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V148000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Incident: Sep 24, 2024VIN: 1VWBP7A36CC***
ODI #11687307
Sep 15, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Incident: Sep 15, 2025VIN: 1VWCH7A32CC***
ODI #11680844
Aug 15, 2025
AIR BAGS
I received a a notice of recall from Volkswagen for my airbag. In my 2012 Passat. I made an appointment with AutoNation Mall of Georgia Volkswagen service department for repair. I brought my car in on my appointment date and was informed upon my arrival that there is a back order of these airbags. Their recall says that the airbag May deploy at any time due to temperature and or humidity changes. I was not given a solution for repair, just told" the tariffs have impacted the arrival of the airbags for this recall. " This is not the first time this has happened to my vehicle. I've even had to pay out of pocket to get the airbag replaced because Volkswagen did not have the part in stock. At this point I'm frustrated and feel that my safety is being put at risk.
Incident: Aug 14, 2025VIN: 1VWBH7A35CC***
ODI #11679945
Aug 11, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (AIR BAGS). The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that parts were available for the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about parts not being made available. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.
Incident: Oct 30, 2024VIN: ***
ODI #11672668
Jul 11, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that soon after an unknown air bag recall repair was performed on the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The dealer was notified of the failure and provided a fee for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Incident: Jun 1, 2023VIN: 1VWAP7A33CC***
ODI #11671362
Jul 5, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I noticed a fuel smell in the cabin area that continued to get worse. After pulling the back seat I was able to visually see the fuel pump that had lots of micro cracks which was causing a fuel leak. The leak was very dangerous and caused major foam damage to my rear seat and was a major hazard had anything caused an ignition in the cabin, it certainly would have burned the vehicle. I saved the fuel pumped after having a local shop replace it.
Incident: Jun 15, 2025VIN: 1VWCM7A32CC***
ODI #11670227
Jun 30, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Incident: Jan 15, 2025VIN: 1VWAP7A30CC***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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