These are standard specifications for the 2002 Volkswagen Passat, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1996 - 2005 |
| Weight : | 3120 lbs | 1415.208 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L. |
| Power : | 170 BHP (125.12 KW) |
| Torque : | 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) |
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2800 cc | 170.9 cu in. | 2.8 L. |
| Power : | 190 BHP (139.84 KW) |
| Torque : | 207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) |
| W 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4000 cc | 244.1 cu in. | 4.0 L. |
| Power : | 270 BHP (198.72 KW) |
| Torque : | 273 Ft-Lbs (370 NM) |
5 Manual
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | The Gates Corporation |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 14E007000 |
| Summary | The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail. |
| Consequence | A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. |
| Remedy | Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19970401 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 02V026000 |
| Summary | ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES. |
| Consequence | FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. |
| Notes | ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 19990601 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 08V156000 |
| Summary | VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 412,000 MY 1999-2005 PASSAT (5TH GENERATION) VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS AND PRODUCED AFTER JUNE 14, 1999. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN UNDERBODY HEAT SHIELD THAT CAN BECOME DAMAGED. IN ADDITION, AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY HAVE A FUEL LINE (1.8T ENGINES ONLY) OR FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE (4MOTION/ALL WHEEL DRIVE ONLY) THAT CAN LEAK DUE TO FRACTURE. |
| Consequence | A HEAT SHIELD THAT MAY CONTACT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE. IN ADDITION, A FUEL LEAK FROM A FUEL LINE OR FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAN LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL ADDITIONAL UNDERBODY HEAT SHIELDS ON VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS TO COVER THE POSSIBLY DAMAGED AREAS AND FLASH ALL 1.8T ENGINES WITH A PRECAUTIONARY SOFTWARE UPDATE. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT AND ADJUST THE FUEL LINE ROUTING ON 1.8T VEHICLES AND THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE ON 4MOTION/ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES, AND REPLACE COMPONENTS IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. |
| Notes | VWOA RECALL NO. 26E5/R5.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | TIRES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20011001 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 03V154000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN SEDANS AND STATION WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L W8 ENGINES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THE AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH TIRES OF THE MAXIMUM LOAD RATING INDEX 93H; HOWEVER, THEY SHOULD HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH TIRES WITH THE LOAD RATING INDEX 97H. |
| Consequence | THESE VEHICLES SHOULD HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH TIRES HAVING THE LOAD RATING INDEX 97H. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR TIRES WITH THE PROPER SIZE TIRES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 19, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987. |
| Notes | VOLKSWAGEN RECALL NO. WD.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
Data updated January 2023
2002 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $42,409 |
| Avg. Home : | $228,700 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.61 |
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 106.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 184.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 68.50 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat was a .Q: What engines did the 2002 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 BHP (125.12 KW) and 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM) V 6 (2800 cc | 170.9 cu in. | 2.8 L.) with 190 BHP (139.84 KW) and 207 Ft-Lbs (281 NM) W 8 (4000 cc | 244.1 cu in. | 4.0 L.) with 270 BHP (198.72 KW) and 273 Ft-Lbs (370 NM) Q: What transmission did the 2002 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat had a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat has a wheelbase size of 106.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat has a length of 184.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat has a width of 68.50 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2002 Volkswagen Passat? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat was a .Q: What engines did the 2002 Volkswagen Passat have? A: The 2002 Volkswagen Passat had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1800 cc | 109.8 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 BHP (125.12 KW) and 166 Ft-Lbs (225 NM)Similarly Sized Vehicles
from 2002
Volkswagen Monthly Sales Volume
March 2023
67,853