1998 Volkswagen Passat Body & Structure Problems
7 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data
7
Complaints
Feb 1999 – Nov 1999
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (7)
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Filed: Mar 2003
THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS DID NOT CLOSE.*JB
NHTSA #: 10010044
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Filed: Nov 1999
THE PRESSURE BUILDS INSIDE THE VEHICLE CAUSING THE DRIVER TO BECOME DISORIENTED WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WITH THE RONT WINDOWS CLOSED AND THE REAR WINDOWS OPEN. NLM
NHTSA #: 549514
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Filed: Oct 1999
DESIGN OF THE VEHICLE ALLOWS FOR WIND PRESSURE/VIBRATION AND SEVERE BUFFETING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THAT CAUSE DISCOMFORT AND DISORIENTATION TO THE DRIVER. MJS
NHTSA #: 549419
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Filed: Feb 1999
MOLDING CRACKED, CAUSING TAILGATE TO FAIL. *YC
NHTSA #: 606829
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Filed: Feb 1999
SUNVISOR FAILED. MJS
NHTSA #: 606237
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Filed: Jul 1998
CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM - REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR MALFUNCTION.
NHTSA #: 538946
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Filed: Jun 1998
FIREWALL CONTINUALLY EXPERIENCING LEAKING INTO VEHICLE.
NHTSA #: 536959
Other 1998 Volkswagen Passat Issues
Suspension (79)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (88)Steering (53)Engine And Engine Cooling (33)Visibility (24)Electrical System (18)Power Train (18)Fuel System, Gasoline (15)Seats (10)Air Bags (7)Tires (5)Latches/locks/linkages (4)Exterior Lighting (5)Equipment (4)Seat Belts (2)Electronic Stability Control (esc) (1)