Model year guide

1981 Volkswagen Passat

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1981 Volkswagen Passat is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

1981 Volkswagen Passat at a glance

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1981 Volkswagen Passat vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Passat model years

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1981 Volkswagen Passat — frequently asked questions

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.