VOLKSWAGEN 2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2006
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT vehicles due to fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump issues. If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026