Is the 2007 Volkswagen Passat a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
C5/10
While the 2007 Passat offers a decent driving experience, the known mechanical issues and high repair costs make it a risky choice without a thorough inspection.
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Pros
- Solid interior quality
- Good driving dynamics
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Expensive repairs
- Potential electrical issues
- Average fuel economy
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
19 mpg
Maintenance cost
$4,500/yr
Expected lifespan
180,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- fuel pump failures
- ignition coil problems
- timing chain tensioner issues
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (7)
The 2007 Volkswagen Passat has 7 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Air Bags — Frontal — Driver Side — Inflator Module (campaign 24V834000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Air Bags — Frontal — Driver Side — Inflator Module — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet an…
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Power Assist — Vacuum — CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L ENGINE WITH 147 KW MAY HAVE A VACUUM LINE THAT MAY FRACTURE AND BECOME DISCONNECTED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES.…
- Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Motor — ON CERTAIN '6' GENERATION PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL DURING HEAVY RAIN DUE TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE ENTERING THE WIPER MOTOR. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE WIPERS CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE.…
- Air Bags — Frontal — Driver Side — Inflator Module — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Beetle, Beetle Convertible, 2012-2014 Passat, 2017 Passat Wagon, and 2006-2007 Passat Sedan vehicles. The driver's side frontal air bag infla…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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