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2005 Volkswagen Passat Visibility Problems

Visibility complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 Volkswagen Passat has 4 NHTSA visibility complaints and 0 visibility-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 Volkswagen Passat

Engine
56
Other
14
Fuel System
14
Seats
13
Powertrain
10
Electrical
8
Structure
5
Airbags
4
Visibility
4
Tires
3
Brakes
3
Speed Control
3
Lights
3
Latches & Locks
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Visibility Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 14, 2013VISIBILITY,ENGINETHE INTERIOR HEATER DOES NOT WORK CORRECTLY. WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A VW MECHANIC OASIS AUTO CENTER ...
Oct 11, 2006VISIBILITYDT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE IN RAINY WEATHER, WATER ENTERED THE VEH...
Mar 13, 2006VISIBILITY2005 VW PASSAT, REPEATED TOTAL FAILURE OF WINDSHIELD WIPERS. DOES NOT SEEM TO BE PREDICATED ON ANY S...
Jul 30, 2005VISIBILITYTHE MOTORIZED SUNROOF ON MY 2005 VW PASSAT PULLS THE INTERIOR SUNSHADE OPEN WITH IT WHEN IT IS OPENE...

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