2008 Volkswagen Passat vs 2010 Volkswagen Passat
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 168 | 163 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 621 | 832 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 90,500 mi | 73,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Passat | Volkswagen Passat |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 43 | 41 |
| Air Bags | 32 | 45 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 44 | 25 |
| Power Train | 12 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 21 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 19 | 8 |
| Steering | 12 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 21 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 9 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2008 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.