1991 Volkswagen Passat WagonVolkswagen Passat Wagon 1991

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon, manufacturered by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc..
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Midsize Cars Station Wagon (excluding van and truck based).

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
VolkswagenWV1 WV3 1VW 3VW 9BW WVG WVW Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
18 MPG26 - 27 MPG423.19 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?
     - The 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 18 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 26 - 27 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon is $2550.
  • Where is the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon produced?
     - The 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon is produced in Emden Virginia, Germany.
  • Are there recalls for the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon, additional information is below.
  • How much horsepower does the 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon have?
     - The 1991 Volkswagen Passat Wagon has 81 horsepower.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 21912 [USA]: The venturi tube can partially block the throttle plateand prevent it from returning to its full idle position, resulting in unwantedengine speed when the vehicle is placed in a forward or reverse gear.

  • Recall 2002239 [Canada]: Seats and restraints

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Passat

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index59004
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id8005
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)14
    Model name (carline)Passat
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)96
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 137.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Passat

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index59004
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Vehicle record id8006
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)14
    Model name (carline)Passat
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)96
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 123.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Passat Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index59004
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Vehicle record id8092
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)34
    Model name (carline)Passat Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)99
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 137.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize-Large Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details2MODE CLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Passat Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index59004
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Vehicle record id8093
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)34
    Model name (carline)Passat Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)99
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 123.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.0
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize-Large Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • Airbag - AIR BAGS: Airbag issues.
  • SM 33-2019 - EQUIPMENT: The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
  • VHW-17-11 - EQUIPMENT: Vas 6154 replacement part setup guide
  • SM 44-2017 EN - EQUIPMENT: This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
  • Elsa 6-29-15 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This document contains the vw elsa newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
  • Elsa 6-22-15 - EQUIPMENT: This document contains the vw elsa newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, elsapro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech
  • 1-2017 Update - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This communication is to update our profi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound profi requests.
  • V691601 2010479 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Update model year applicability to include 2017.
  • PDI - PASSAT TEC - EQUIPMENT: Passat perfect delivery inspection (pdi) - technician and detailer inspections: a checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purc
  • PDI - PASSAT TEC - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Passat perfect delivery inspection (pdi) - technician and detailer inspections: a checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purc
  • 561 065 760 A as - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Assembly instructions: installation of original remote start feature accessory, volkswagen passat.
  • 2015831 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. Heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe
  • 9705169704F - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Information obtaining the fluid capacity chart. *yc
  • 9704109707D - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Conditions with engine intermittently will not start. *yc
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Body ClassSedan/Saloon
Doors4
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine Cylinders4
EngineHP81
EngineHP_to158
EngineKW60.4017
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
MakeVOLKSWAGEN
MakeID482
ManufacturerVOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
Manufacturer Id1147
ModelPassat
ModelID3134
Model Year1991
NCSA Body Type4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSA MakeVolkswagen
NCSA ModelPassat (CC - 2008 thru 2011; see 052 for 2012 on)
Other Restraint System InfoRestraint System: ELRA - (Motorized) w/ Manual Lap
Plant CityEMDEN
Plant CountryGERMANY
Seat Belts AllManual
VINWVWFB4314ME207225
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20030821

Burning hot anti-freeze and steam clouded the cabin of my vw passat while driving down the highway, causing an unsafe driving situation and potential health risks from breathing the hot fumes.

NoNoN NoneNone20030108

While traveling on the highway the vehicle lost power, started vibrating and shut down. Please fill in additional information, dealer is aware of the problem. Ph

NoNoN NoneNone20000724

Fuel injectin system: accumulator ( delivery system) was leaking gas to point it was pouring out. Gas fumes were strong from in & outside. Vehicle was towed to an auto motor garage which had seen a common problem possibly due to road salt on street added to corrosion. *ak fumes possibly could have ignited when stopping and could have been dangerous. *yh

NoFireN NoneNone20000405

While driving, vehcle caught on fire in the engine compartment and burned. Vehicle was totalled. Please provide any further information. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19990930

Temperature and gas gauge were fixed on many occasions by the dealer but never fully fixed. Work only when pushed on the dash cover. There is a service bull on this but problem, but it didn't help fix it. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19990704

The timming belt failed at 152081 km's this is in canada. I was told that i could call your site and report this problem. The timing belt is suppose to be good for 100000 km. The timing belt only lasted for 52 000 km . I reported it to volkswagen north america but they just gave me the run around. If there is anything that you can do or i can do please write to me at [email protected] or call me at 403-212-1034 thank you len.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone19990327

Had smelled gas fumes inside vehicle. Differential pressure regulator was leaking onto the air conditioner clutch, which was a safety hazard. Differential pressure regulator body (plastic) had delaminated from the brass core and wa sleaking heavily. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19980806

The power windows in the 1991 passat suddenly died. There is still electrical power to the mechanism inside the door, but the track/guide or whatever makes the window slide up smoothly is broken. Currently they are stuck in the up,sealed position because if they go down, they dont go back up completely. The car has sustained some water damage from when they could not be put up.

NoNoN NoneNone19980518

Consumer drove on highway during normal road conditions in stop and go traffic. Suddenly abs sensor light came on. Cosumer lost brakes. Three hours later, the sensor light went out again and brakes returned. After 6 month similar condition reoccurred. Dealer notified. *ak

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Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
WVWGB4319ME2856171991PassatEMDEN , GERMANY
WVWFB4314ME2072251991PassatEMDEN , GERMANY

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