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2012 Volkswagen Passat Seats Problems

Seats complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2012 Volkswagen Passat has 3 NHTSA seats complaints and 0 seats-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2012 Volkswagen Passat

Airbags
227
Electrical
69
Steering
46
Other
33
Engine
24
Fuel System
15
Powertrain
13
Structure
13
Lights
12
Brakes
10
Visibility
6
Speed Control
5
Seats
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Seats Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Sep 16, 2014SEATSTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT UPHOLSTERY...
Dec 13, 2012SEATSWHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, MADE A SHORT STOP AND BOTH SECTIONS OF THE BACK SEAT UNLOCKED AND CAME...
Dec 26, 2011SEATSRECENTLY I DROVE SEVERAL NEW CARS (THE LATEST BEING THE 2012 PASSAT) AND FOUND ONE COMMON COMPLAINT:...

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