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Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Recalls TSBs The 2009 Volkswagen Passat takes 5W-40 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 5.8 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 19mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 30 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the VW 06D115562, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 4 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: April 30, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2009 Volkswagen Passat Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (VW 06D115562) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-40 Full Synthetic as specified by Volkswagen — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls4 08V577000
VW IS RECALLING 130 MY 2009 PASSAT, PASSAT WAGON, AND PASSAT CC VEHICLES. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING GEAR CONTROL UNIT THAT CAN MALFUNCTION DUE TO A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THIS MALFUNCTION OCCURS, THE DRIVER'S STEERING INPUT IS NOT PROPERLY PROCESSED BY THE SYSTEM AND THE VEHICLE MAY NOT RESPOND AS THE DRIVER INTENDS. THIS DEFECT CAN ONLY OCCUR IMMEDIATELY AFTER VEHICLE START-UP WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS MOVED FOR THE FIRST TIME AND AT SPEEDS LESS THAN 5 MPH.
16V078000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
17V509000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.
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Technical Service Bulletins241 All categories ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS CHILD SEAT:LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) SUSPENSION ENGINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC STEERING FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP UNKNOWN OR OTHER TIRES EQUIPMENT POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM POWER TRAIN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE WHEELS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER STRUCTURE:BODY EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL STRUCTURE VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION SUSPENSION:FRONT EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI PARKING BRAKE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS:ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS AIR BAGS PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTENNA VISIBILITY/WIPER EXTERIOR LIGHTING VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT BACK OVER PREVENTION EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: OIL COOLER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE STEERING:COLUMN VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
2015831 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM 2008-08-28
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
TB-27+09-01 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES 2009-03-06
VOLKSWAGEN: THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE ON VEHICLES MAY CORRODE AND IN INDIVIDUAL CASES BREAK. AS A RESULT, THE POWER SUPPLY MAY BE DISRUPTED AND E.G. THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE STARTED. *PE
TSB-45-09-01 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE 2009-03-05
VOLKSWAGEN: SOFTWARE PARAMETERS IN ABS MODULE CAUSE UNNECESSARY FAULT CODE 02543-0089 VACUUM SENSOR IMPLAUSIBLE SIGNAL. SW PROGRAMMING UPDATE CORRECTS THE SYSTEM REACTION. *PE
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