2000 Buick Century vs 2000 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 | 2000 Buick Century | 2000 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 193 | 507 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 322 | 196 |
| Investigations | 1 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,935 mi | 69,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 | 160 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 94 |
| Power Train | 48 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 43 |
| Visibility | 23 | 26 |
| Suspension | 8 | 36 |
| Steering | 11 | 25 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 11 |
| Shifting problems | 10 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 25 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 11 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 13 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 6 |
2000 Buick Century
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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.