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2022 Volkswagen Passat

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Passat.

Transmission Automatic (S6)

The 2022 Volkswagen Passat carries an Automatic (S6) transmission and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 24/36/28 mpg. Within the model’s 1990–2022 complaint history, this model year recorded the lowest owner complaint total—just 11, compared with a peak of 747 in 2013—and posted zero recalls, though service brakes remained the top reported concern. That record makes the 2022 Passat the lowest-complaint, zero-recall model year in the nameplate’s documented reliability span.

Model year202220212020201920182017201620152014

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/36/28 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-J2D: 48; NS Battery Type: PR-J0N: 47, PR-J1D: 48, PR-J1U: 49 · O.E. AmpHrs for AGM VRLA Batteries: J2D: 68.0; O.E. AmpHrs. for NS Battery Type: J0N: 61.0. J1D: 72.0, J1U: 95.0 CCA battery, OE oil filter 06L115562B. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-J2D: 48; NS Battery Type: PR-J0N: 47, PR-J1D: 48, PR-J1U: 49 · O.E. AmpHrs for AGM VRLA Batteries: J2D: 68.0; O.E. AmpHrs. for NS Battery Type: J0N: 61.0. J1D: 72.0, J1U: 95.0 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size235/45R18 94HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06L115562B
Engine air filter5C0129620B
Spark plug06K905601D
Battery000915089F alt 000915089BC
Front wiper blades561955426B alt 561955425B
Serpentine belt06K260849A
Cabin air filter1K1819669 alt 1K0819644B

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length193.7 in
Overall width72.4 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase110.2 in
Curb weight3325 lb
Track (front / rear)62.2 / 61 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 36 / 28 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Passat of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.7–8.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.70 sec — 2016 V6 SEL Premium Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2020SE Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-47.80 sec15.90 sec174 hpFWD
2020SEL Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-48.30 sec16.20 sec174 hpFWD
2020SEL Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-48.50 sec16.50 sec174 hpFWD
2018GT Sedan 3.6L V65.80 sec14.40 sec280 hpFWD
2018GT Sedan 3.6L V65.90 sec14.30 sec280 hpFWD
2018TSI SE Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-48.10 sec16.10 sec174 hpFWD
2018TSI R-Line Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-48.40 sec16.40 sec174 hpFWD
2016V6 SEL Premium Sedan 3.6L V65.70 sec14.30 sec280 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.02-1.08 lbs
Oil Capacity3.40-4.00 oz

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Inspection Procedure (Lower) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Inspect Ball Joint by pulling down on lower control arm then forcing it upward. The joint should also be inspected by moving the lower portion of the tire and wheel in an in and out motion. During inspections allow for normal upper strut mount and wheel bearing wear but no ball joint play should be observed. Step 3: The ball joint should also be replaced if the boot is torn, stud is worn or joint shows any play.
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Install New Bolts by Hand. Bolts 1-1037 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi; coolant every 20,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 20,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBattery (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Instrument Cluster Warning Indicator (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miAir Intake Hose Debris Screen (clean) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 80,000 miTransmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Volkswagen Passat represents the final model year of its generation, and the federal data shows a clear downward trend in complaints and recalls as the vehicle line matured. Compared to the preceding years—2019 (12 complaints, 1 recall) and 2020 (15 complaints, 3 recalls)—the 2022 model saw a slight decline in complaints (11) and no recalls, suggesting Volkswagen had largely resolved earlier issues. The broader generation arc reveals a peak in complaints and recalls during the 2012–2014 redesign phase, with a steady decline thereafter, indicating improved reliability in later years. The 2022 Passat’s top complaint areas (brakes and engine) are minor in volume, and the absence of crash- or fire-related trends further supports its stability. With no recalls and minimal complaints, the 2022 model stands out as a low-risk used purchase within this generation.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
260
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
11
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 11 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes3
Engine2
Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Power Train1
Steering,Electrical System,Engine1
Lane Departure1
Electrical System,Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Steering,Power Train,Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 260 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TT 10-18-02_22026-06-18EngineLubricating engine components before reassembly.
TT 13-20-01_32026-06-18EngineInstruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
V6919012010479_172026-06-11Air BagsInquiries
V1719012012855_812026-06-04EngineVolkswagen Engine Oil Standards
SM 26-20262026-05-19StructureThis special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2022 Passat have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Passat get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 36 highway / 28 combined mpg.