2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon. The most recent was reported on March 6, 2018.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
March 6, 2018	18V-148	Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module	363,713
August 16, 2017	17V-509	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump	280,915

Recall details

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

March 6, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 18V-148

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

August 16, 2017 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 17V-509

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.

Other model years of the Volkswagen Passat Wagon

2010 (2)2008 (2)2007 (3)2006 (2)

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon, the most recent reported on March 6, 2018. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?

Air bags (1), Fuel system, gasoline (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.