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1VWCN7A37DC••••••2013 Volkswagen PASSAT
This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 2013 Volkswagen PASSAT build (15 vs 6).
15on this build
708on the model
128builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedAir Bags 5Power Train 3Electrical System 2Engine 2
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsMay 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…
Exterior LightingFeb 2020
Reverse lights stop working
EngineMay 2017
Car overheated on drive home. Once engine cooled I inspected the coolant and noticed that it was orange or rust colored and milky/not clear. It should be pink and clear. After reading about vw's heater core warranty extension on certain years and VIN's I determined to have the…
Fuel/propulsion SystemSep 2016
Check engine light / malfunction indicator lamp came on in car. I was about 1 mile into my commute to work driving around 50mph.took to volkswagen dealer and car had p203b, reductant level sensor circuit which was a damaged ad blue sensor. Mechanic and sales advisor mentioned…
Visibility/wiperJan 2016
The heater core in my car has become clogged and is now failing to produce heat for inside the car and in turn is failing to defrost the windows when they become fogged. I have read many cases from online forums about this same problem. I contacted vw customer care and they…
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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 1VWCN7A37DC108813 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.