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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1VWBV7A30FC••••••2015 Volkswagen PASSAT
This build draws 1.6× more complaints than the average 2015 Volkswagen PASSAT build (5 vs 3).
5on this build
231on the model
76builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedAir Bags 2Visibility/wiper 2Vehicle Speed Control 1
What owners of this build wrote
Vehicle Speed ControlcrashJan 2016
On 1/19/16 I experienced a serious issue while driving my 2015 vw passat. As I was pulling into a parking space after my 12-mile commute to work I applied the brakes. No stopping occurred, in fact I experienced a sudden unintended acceleration. While my foot remained on and…
Visibility/wiperDec 2025
The heater core becomes clogged and limits heat available for windshield defogging and defrosting. This creates a visibility hazard during inclement weather and makes the cabin uncomfortable during cold weather. The heater core was diagnosed and replaced on this vehicle in…
Air BagsMay 2022
The airbag on the driver's side, along with the horn and buttons on the steering wheel do not work. The VW dealership has looked at the car and said it needs a new clock spring, and that it is on back order with no estimation of arrival. The car is unsafe to drive and both the…
Visibility/wiperDec 2024
The heater core becomes clogged and limits heat available for defrosting the windshield. The heat available is insufficient to defrost and maintain visibility while driving under adverse conditions. The cabin also becomes uncomfortable because of limited heat during cold weather…
Air BagsSep 2018
I was driving my 2015 vw passat (in excellent condition) I was pulling into a parking space slowly and as I turned the steering wheel I heard a crumpling noise that sounded like it was coming from my steering column. I stopped immediate and suddenly the dash board read "airbag…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1VWBV7A30FC071084 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.