1995 Chrysler Cirrus vs 1995 Volkswagen Passat
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Chrysler Cirrus | 1995 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 369 | 93 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 98 | 28 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 45 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Cirrus | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 118 | 11 |
| Power Train | 66 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 42 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 15 |
| Visibility | 27 | 20 |
| Suspension | 40 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 5 |
| Equipment | 33 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 26 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 18 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
1995 Volkswagen Passat
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.