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State Title Brand
Auction Brand / Issues
Accident / Damage
Open Recall Check
Insurance Loss / Transfer
Odometer Check
Last reported odometer: 147,161 (02/08/2026)
Certified Pre-Owned
Service / Repair
16 Service Record(s) Reported
Additional History
Lien Reported
This vehicle is eligible for Buyback Protection
Due to the vehicle’s history showing no reported major state title brands. Terms & Conditions
Accident & DamageBack To Top
Airbag Deployed
Structural Damage
Overturned
Minor | Damage Date | Damage Type | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2018 | Collision | Minor |
Accident or damage event(s) have been reported for this vehicle to Experian AutoCheck. An inspection may provide added confidence in the vehicle's condition before purchase.
Open Recall CheckBack To Top
It is recommended that this vehicle be taken to the nearest dealer to have the recalled components replaced or fixed. Service bulletins if available are not part of open recalls and can be found in the vehicle history details.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 05/12/2014
Recall Type - Safety
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 94G8
Campaign Description -
Safety Recall: HEADLIGHT (LOW BEAM)
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 09/02/2015
Recall Type - Safety
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 69L2
Campaign Description -
Safety Recall: STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 04/20/2016
Recall Type - Safety
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 23T3
Campaign Description -
Safety Recall: CONNECTOR SEAL
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 05/23/2017
Recall Type - Safety
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 23W5
Campaign Description -
Safety Recall: HEAT SHIELD AND TURBO HOSE
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 05/31/2017
Recall Type - Emission
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 24CX
Campaign Description -
Emission Recall: INLET AIR BOX HOUSING SNOW FLAP REPLACEM
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 05/31/2017
Recall Type - Emission
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 23U4
Campaign Description -
Emission Recall: 2.0L TDI ENGINE (GEN 2 - AUTOMATIC TRANS
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 03/15/2018
Recall Type - Safety
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 69Q9
Campaign Description -
Safety Recall: TAKATA SDI DRIVER INFLATOR
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 07/18/2018
Recall Type - Emission
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 26K4
Campaign Description -
Emission Recall: PASSAT ADBLUE HEATER
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 12/20/2018
Recall Type - Emission
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 23Z3
Campaign Description -
Emission Recall: 2.0L TDI GEN 2 (P204F)
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 06/11/2019
Recall Type - Recall
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 94L9
Campaign Description -
Compliance Recall: HEADLAMP CAPS
Status: Remedy Unknown
Recall Date - 12/10/2024
Recall Type - Unspecified
NHTSA / OEM Recall No. - N/A / 69E6
Campaign Description -
TAKATA DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG
Status: Remedy Unknown
More information including remedy or risk factors. Locate your nearest authorized VW Dealer to schedule repair.
Odometer CheckBack To Top
No odometer brands, rollbacks, rollover or tampering has been reported to AutoCheck from state Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or auction sources. AutoCheck also examined the sequence of reported odometer readings to determine if there are any potential discrepancies.
No issues reported
No issues reported
No issues reported
Detailed Vehicle History Back To Top
Vehicle: 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI SEL Premium (1VWCN7A33CC005306) Report Run Date: 02/26/2026 04:35:23 EST
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/29/2011 | IL | Independent Source | Vehicle Manufactured and Shipped to Dealer |
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2011 | LEMONT, IL | 20 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Title(Lien Reported) | |
| 10/14/2011 | LEMONT, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 02/29/2012 | LEMONT, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 03/06/2013 | LEMONT, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 06/21/2013 | MO | 26,722 | Independent Repair Center | Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection | |
| 02/06/2014 | LEMONT, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 05/12/2014 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 94G8 Safety Recall: HEADLIGHT (LOW BEAM) LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 10/25/2014 | IL | Independent Source | Vehicle Manufactured and Shipped to Dealer |
| Event Date | Location | Odometer | Data Source | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2014 | CRETE, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 11/17/2014 | CRETE, IL | 45,397 | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Title(Lien Reported) | |
| 05/06/2015 | CRETE, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 09/02/2015 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 69L2 Safety Recall: STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 04/20/2016 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 23T3 Safety Recall: CONNECTOR SEAL LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 10/19/2016 | CRETE, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 05/16/2017 | CRETE, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 05/23/2017 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 23W5 Safety Recall: HEAT SHIELD AND TURBO HOSE LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 05/31/2017 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 24CX Emission Recall: INLET AIR BOX HOUSING SNOW FLAP REPLACEM LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 05/31/2017 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 23U4 Emission Recall: 2.0L TDI ENGINE (GEN 2 - AUTOMATIC TRANS LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 03/12/2018 | CEDAR LAKE, IN | 77,190 | Damage Report |
Accident or Damage Reported Minor Damage Reported |
|
| 03/15/2018 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 69Q9 Safety Recall: TAKATA SDI DRIVER INFLATOR LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 04/21/2018 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 78,189 | Dealer Service |
Cooling System Serviced Battery Serviced or Replaced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Recommended Maintenance Performed Vehicle Detailed Brakes Serviced Electrical System Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed |
|
| 04/21/2018 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 78,189 | Service Record |
Air Filter Changed Vehicle Interior Serviced Exhaust System Serviced |
|
| 04/26/2018 | 78,189 | Manufacturer | Diesel Emission System Has Been Reported as Repaired and in Compliance with Federal Government Standards | ||
| 04/30/2018 | CRETE, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 07/18/2018 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 26K4 Emission Recall: PASSAT ADBLUE HEATER LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 09/10/2018 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 82,192 | Service Record | Air Filter Changed | |
| 09/10/2018 | NAPERVILLE, IL | Service Record |
Vehicle Interior Serviced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Recommended Maintenance Performed Transmission Serviced Electrical System Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed Vehicle Fluids Serviced |
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| 12/08/2018 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 84,931 | Service Record | Exhaust System Serviced | |
| 12/20/2018 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 23Z3 Emission Recall: 2.0L TDI GEN 2 (P204F) LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 05/01/2019 | CRETE, IL | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 06/11/2019 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 94L9 Compliance Recall: HEADLAMP CAPS LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 08/06/2019 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 91,157 | Service Record | Cooling System Serviced | |
| 08/06/2019 | NAPERVILLE, IL | Service Record |
Fuel System Serviced Air Filter Changed Battery Serviced or Replaced Vehicle Interior Serviced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Recommended Maintenance Performed Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced Transmission Serviced Exhaust System Serviced Lights or Signals Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed Vehicle Fluids Serviced |
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| 08/07/2019 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 91,165 | Service Record |
Heat or Air Conditioning Serviced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Electrical System Serviced |
|
| 01/30/2020 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 96,600 | Service Record | Heat or Air Conditioning Serviced | |
| 01/30/2020 | NAPERVILLE, IL | Service Record |
Battery Serviced or Replaced Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Engine Serviced Electrical System Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed |
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| 03/10/2020 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Title(Lien Reported) | ||
| 03/10/2020 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 08/06/2020 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 08/26/2020 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 102,164 | Service Record | Fuel System Serviced | |
| 08/26/2020 | NAPERVILLE, IL | Service Record |
Air Filter Changed Battery Serviced or Replaced Engine Serviced Recommended Maintenance Performed Transmission Serviced Brakes Serviced Tires or Wheels Service Performed Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed |
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| 08/27/2020 | NAPERVILLE, IL | 102,199 | Service Record | Air Bag Serviced | |
| 08/27/2020 | NAPERVILLE, IL | Service Record |
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection Lights or Signals Serviced |
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| 08/09/2021 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 08/11/2022 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 08/15/2023 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 08/13/2024 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 12/10/2024 | Manufacturer |
Manufacturer Recall Mfr. Recall 69E6 TAKATA DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR. Status: Remedy Unknown |
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| 07/21/2025 | MIDLAND, MI | Motor Vehicle Dept. | Registration Event/Renewal | ||
| 02/08/2026 | MIDLAND, MI | 147,161 | Dealer Listing | Vehicle Listed for Sale |
Event Date - 09/29/2011
Location - IL
Data Source - Independent Source
Details - Vehicle Manufactured and Shipped to Dealer
Event Date - 10/14/2011
Location - LEMONT, IL
Odometer - 20
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Title(Lien Reported)
Event Date - 10/14/2011
Location - LEMONT, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 02/29/2012
Location - LEMONT, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 03/06/2013
Location - LEMONT, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 06/21/2013
Location - MO
Odometer - 26,722
Data Source - Independent Repair Center
Details - Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Event Date - 02/06/2014
Location - LEMONT, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 05/12/2014
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 94G8
Safety Recall: HEADLIGHT (LOW BEAM)
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 10/25/2014
Location - IL
Data Source - Independent Source
Details - Vehicle Manufactured and Shipped to Dealer
Event Date - 11/13/2014
Location - CRETE, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 11/17/2014
Location - CRETE, IL
Odometer - 45,397
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Title(Lien Reported)
Event Date - 05/06/2015
Location - CRETE, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 09/02/2015
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 69L2
Safety Recall: STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 04/20/2016
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 23T3
Safety Recall: CONNECTOR SEAL
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 10/19/2016
Location - CRETE, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 05/16/2017
Location - CRETE, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 05/23/2017
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 23W5
Safety Recall: HEAT SHIELD AND TURBO HOSE
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 05/31/2017
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 24CX
Emission Recall: INLET AIR BOX HOUSING SNOW FLAP REPLACEM
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 05/31/2017
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 23U4
Emission Recall: 2.0L TDI ENGINE (GEN 2 - AUTOMATIC TRANS
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date -
03/12/2018
Location - CEDAR LAKE, IN
Odometer - 77,190
Data Source - Damage Report
Details -
Accident or Damage Reported
Minor Damage Reported
Event Date - 03/15/2018
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 69Q9
Safety Recall: TAKATA SDI DRIVER INFLATOR
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 04/21/2018
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 78,189
Data Source - Dealer Service
Details -
Cooling System Serviced
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Recommended Maintenance Performed
Vehicle Detailed
Brakes Serviced
Electrical System Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 04/21/2018
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 78,189
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Air Filter Changed
Vehicle Interior Serviced
Exhaust System Serviced
Event Date - 04/26/2018
Location -
Odometer - 78,189
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details - Diesel Emission System Has Been Reported as Repaired and in Compliance with Federal Government Standards
Event Date - 04/30/2018
Location - CRETE, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 07/18/2018
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 26K4
Emission Recall: PASSAT ADBLUE HEATER
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 09/10/2018
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 82,192
Data Source - Service Record
Details - Air Filter Changed
Event Date - 09/10/2018
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Vehicle Interior Serviced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Recommended Maintenance Performed
Transmission Serviced
Electrical System Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Vehicle Fluids Serviced
Event Date - 12/08/2018
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 84,931
Data Source - Service Record
Details - Exhaust System Serviced
Event Date - 12/20/2018
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 23Z3
Emission Recall: 2.0L TDI GEN 2 (P204F)
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 05/01/2019
Location - CRETE, IL
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 06/11/2019
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 94L9
Compliance Recall: HEADLAMP CAPS
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 08/06/2019
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 91,157
Data Source - Service Record
Details - Cooling System Serviced
Event Date - 08/06/2019
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Fuel System Serviced
Air Filter Changed
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Vehicle Interior Serviced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Recommended Maintenance Performed
Wipers Replaced And/Or Serviced
Transmission Serviced
Exhaust System Serviced
Lights or Signals Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Vehicle Fluids Serviced
Event Date - 08/07/2019
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 91,165
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Heat or Air Conditioning Serviced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Electrical System Serviced
Event Date - 01/30/2020
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 96,600
Data Source - Service Record
Details - Heat or Air Conditioning Serviced
Event Date - 01/30/2020
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Engine Serviced
Electrical System Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Event Date - 03/10/2020
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Title(Lien Reported)
Event Date - 03/10/2020
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 08/06/2020
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 08/26/2020
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 102,164
Data Source - Service Record
Details - Fuel System Serviced
Event Date - 08/26/2020
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Air Filter Changed
Battery Serviced or Replaced
Engine Serviced
Recommended Maintenance Performed
Transmission Serviced
Brakes Serviced
Tires or Wheels Service Performed
Lube, Oil And/Or Filter Changed
Event Date - 08/27/2020
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Odometer - 102,199
Data Source - Service Record
Details - Air Bag Serviced
Event Date - 08/27/2020
Location - NAPERVILLE, IL
Data Source - Service Record
Details -
Multiple Point Vehicle Inspection
Lights or Signals Serviced
Event Date - 08/09/2021
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 08/11/2022
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 08/15/2023
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 08/13/2024
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 12/10/2024
Location -
Data Source - Manufacturer
Details -
Manufacturer Recall
Mfr. Recall 69E6
TAKATA DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG
LOCATE YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
VW DEALER TO SCHEDULE REPAIR.
Status: Remedy Unknown
Event Date - 07/21/2025
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Data Source - Motor Vehicle Dept.
Details - Registration Event/Renewal
Event Date - 02/08/2026
Location - MIDLAND, MI
Odometer - 147,161
Data Source - Dealer Listing
Details - Vehicle Listed for Sale
More information is available in the full AutoCheck glossary.
Term - State Title Brand
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - A "branded title" is an official designation assigned by a state agency to associate a particular history with a vehicle. The branding system was put in place to warn potential owners about damage or other alterations to a vehicle that they might otherwise have been unaware of. The brands checked in this section are Fire, Hail, Flood, Junk/Scrapped, Lemon, Salvage, Rebuilt/Rebuildable, Odometer Brands (not actual miles, broken odometer, exceeding mechanical limits, mileage discrepancy, or suspect miles). Please note Grey Market and Insurance Loss or Theft brands are not checked in this box and can be found on other corresponding boxes.
Term - Auction Issue
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section summarizes any issues if reported such as damage condition from seller's disclosure or during the inspection process including required structural damage disclosure, title brands, odometer issues, etc. as outlined by the 2023 National Auto Auction Association Policy.
Term - Accident/Damage Check
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section summarizes vehicle history events that may indicate an accident or damage and associated details such as point of impact, severity or airbag deployed if provided. These damage events will include collision damage information, police-reported accidents, salvage auction, recycler records, crash test vehicles, collision damage claims etc. including our exclusive auction announcements from two major auctions that may include damage events. There is also a clearly delineated section that includes non-collision damage events such as fire, hail or flood. Damage-indicated title brands will be in the state title brands section.
Term - Insurance Loss/Title Transfer
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This box checked to see if there is an insurance total loss or if a title has been transferred to an insurance company name as that event usually signifies that it is a total loss when showing after an accident.
Term - Additional History
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section lists any other significant events that may not be a damage event or brand, but does give additional insights of the vehicle's history. These include abandoned, grey market, lien check, repossessed, theft etc.
Term - Odometer Check
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section verifies if there are rollbacks, rollover or tampering has been reported to AutoCheck from state Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or auction sources. AutoCheck also examined the sequence of reported odometer readings to determine if there are any potential discrepancies.
Term - Open Recall Check
Section Location - Vehicle History at a Glance
Definition - This section lists any open safety or emission recalls on the vehicle that may need to be fulfilled.
Term - Loan/Lien
Section Location - Additional History
Definition - A loan/lien is the legal right to take and hold or sell the vehicle of a debtor as security or payment for a debt. Normally, a vehicle will have a lien due to a loan or unpaid repair bill against the vehicle. Check with the seller to ensure that the lien has been satisfied.
Term - Personal Use
Section Location - Owner Type
Definition - This vehicle was driven for personal use.
Term - Accident
Section Location - Accident / Damage
Definition - A state or municipality has reported an accident or collision for this vehicle that may or may not have sustained damage. Not all damage events are reported to AutoCheck and the damage severity of reported events will vary. In all events AutoCheck recommends that prospective vehicle purchasers conduct a detailed vehicle inspection prior to purchase of a pre-owned vehicle.
Term - Open Recall
Section Location - Open Recall Check
Definition - A recall is considered 'open' for a vehicle when it has not received the required service to correct the identified recall. The vehicle will need to be taken to a repair center that has been authorized by the manufacturer to correct any open recall conditions.