Volkswagen · Model
Takata Recall: Volkswagen Passat
Volkswagen Passat: named in 5 Takata recall campaigns with build periods between 01/1997 and 09/2018. Only a VIN check with the manufacturer confirms whether your vehicle is affected.
Recall campaigns and build periods
Build period of the model (approximation by year, based on manufacturer statements): from 1973. Campaign-wide periods are limited to it; model year is not the first registration.
- 09/2004–09/2018 Takata inflator – umbrella campaign (code 69EJ) · KBA 14593R · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
- 01/2005–12/2009 Takata inflator – older campaign (code 69DG) · KBA 12231 · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
- 01/2013–12/2017 Several models – front airbags, Takata inflator (code 69EJ, 69EW, 69EV) · KBA 12598Restriction according to the KBA: Fox derivatives, Passat NMS · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
- 01/2000–12/2000 Passat and Golf – driver airbag, Takata inflator (code 69CO) · KBA 11267 · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
- 01/1997–12/1999 Passat and Golf – driver airbag, Takata inflator (code 69AR) · KBA 9777 · Campaign-wide period – exact scope via VIN
Check your vehicle
Volkswagen: Takata information and check
Questions about the Volkswagen Passat
Is my Volkswagen Passat affected by the Takata recall?
According to our research, the Volkswagen Passat is named in 5 Takata recall campaigns (build periods 01/1997 to 09/2018), including KBA 14593R, 12231, 12598 and 2 more. The periods apply to each campaign as a whole; conditions and conflicting sources are marked in the list above. Only a VIN check with the manufacturer tells you whether your vehicle is actually affected.
What happens in the recall of the Volkswagen Passat?
The affected airbag or inflator is replaced free of charge at an authorised workshop.
Can I still drive my Volkswagen Passat?
Book a workshop appointment soon. If you have received a stop-drive notice, leave the car parked.
More about all Volkswagen recalls and the VIN check.