Volkswagen Passat NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2022 Volkswagen Passat an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 3 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2022):
NHTSA rates the Volkswagen Passat at 4 ★ overall, 3 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Volkswagen Passat Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2022 Volkswagen Passat 4 DR FWD | 4 ★ | 3 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 11 |
| 2021 | 2021 Volkswagen Passat 4 DR FWD Later Release | 4 ★ | 3 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2021 Volkswagen Passat 4 DR FWD Early Release | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 18 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Volkswagen Passat Safety FAQ
Is the Volkswagen Passat a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Volkswagen Passat an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 3 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Volkswagen Passat?
The Volkswagen Passat scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 10.7%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Volkswagen Passat have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Volkswagen Passat as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.