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2002 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area
Engine (44%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (9%)
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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 481 repairs.
2002 Volkswagen Passat electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (43%)
< $100 (37%)
Chart based on 63 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Volkswagen Passat
Engine not specified
| 122000 mi US $600 |
My engine keeps not turning over. Nobody can find where the drain on the battery is. It is not the alternator. My car just suddenly won't start in the morning. I am going to have to get rid of it if we can't repair it. |
| 160000 mi US $900 |
AC compressor needed replacing |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 151000 mi US $226 |
A/C stopped blowing cold, found ambient temp switch disconnected from prev repair, system low on freon, evac and recharged. A/C pressure switch originally mis-diagnosed as problem and replaced. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 165000 mi US $150 |
Battery died |
| 91900 mi US $38 |
Hazard relay failed, replaced with new. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
270-horsepower 4.0L W8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 86000 mi US $1655 |
At highway speed very loud roaring wind noise was coming through A/C vent. Diagnosed as a failed mixer box in the ventilation system. Only fix was to replace evaporator unit under dash. Ouch. |
| 94000 mi US $359 |
Driver's side sun visor housing Homelink experienced a wiring short when moving visor from front position to left position. Short blew a fuse that operated A/C, cruise and all steering wheel buttons. Required a new, expensive sun visor. |
| 98000 mi US $190 |
Vehicle A/C failed to produce cold air. Repair included replacement of a clogged valve and sealing one leak. System recharged and operating optimally. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 111900 mi | Turn signals working intermittently or at double speed or not at all. Replaced two burnt out bulbs $6 - no change. Replaced the Hazard Relay Switch, $36, fixed. Problem might have been caused by incorrect shop-installed bulb. |
| 115320 mi C $100 |
Dead alternator on startup. |
| 110797 mi US $745 |
Alternator and alternator assembly replaced. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 106000 mi US $650 |
The light bulbs inside the head light assemblies are loose. As a result the entire head light assemblies had to be replaced. |
| 70000 mi US $200 |
ac fan replaced |
| 83000 mi | Tail light bulb replaced. You have to remove this whole panel and it seemed too complicated for me so I had it done at the VW dealership. |
| 52000 mi US $104 |
Airbag warning light came on. Problem was diagnosed and defective part (left seat belt buckle) was ordered. I was told it was OK to drive it. |
| 143840 mi C $245 |
Alternator replacement after alternator workshop warning, and gradual loss of drivability over 3 day period |
| 82000 mi US $1350 |
Timing Belt Replaced. Water Pump Replaced. 2 Belts replaced. Vent on A/C unit fixed. |
| 90000 mi US $450 |
The dash PRND432 light came on and stayed on all the time no matter what gear car was in. |
| 91000 mi | One day driving I noticed that my 'gear indicator' row of buttons was all lit. Dealer did some diagnostics, indicating this was a nightmare to repair, but nothing dangerous to drive with. Cost to chase it down was prohibitive. Just driving. |
| 96000 mi | Power passenger seat quit working. |
| 204700 mi US $450 |
battery did not charge, car stopped, replace alternator |
| 59000 mi | Left low bean headlight bulb replaced. |
| 73000 mi US $288 |
Air bag default warning came on, engine lost acceleration, all warning lights came on. Restarted engine, drove to shop with default light on and uneven acceleration. They reset the computer and the airbag default light went out. After unlocking the door and getting in, you must quickly start the engine or door will automatically lock and the theft alarm may sound until you turn the key. The door does not know it has been unlocked, opened and closed! For now we're living with it. |
| 106000 mi | Airbag alert. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD
| 115000 mi US $350 |
A/C compressor clutch failed. |
| 128900 mi US $200 |
Broken wire in harness going to left rear door. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 52000 mi US $350 |
Refilled freon for the AC. |
| 80000 mi US $10 |
Passenger headlight bulb replaced. |
| 67063 mi C $88 |
Turn signal wouldn't continue to flash - Flasher relay faulty - replaced. |
| 77133 mi C $358 |
signals ticking when not activated (first noticed in Dec 09 with no action at that time). Suspected Signal light switch and replaced it. (Saved old part) Appears to have solved the problem. |
| 94860 mi C $41 |
Left cover was off causing connectors to corrode. Leaned connectors and replaced cover. Recommend new headlight wiring harness (Est: $255 + tax) |
| 85000 mi US $230 |
Little to no heat. Shop flushed heater core. Problem fixed. |
| 98000 mi US $70 |
Turn signal stopped working. Replaced hazard switch in dash. |
| 101500 mi | Intermittent starting problem - still undiagnosed - leaning toward starter issue. |
| 116600 mi US $300 |
Starter replaced |
| 133000 mi US $35 |
Bad connector on blower motor, replaced by independant mechanic, not under warranty. |
| 115000 mi US $450 |
Heater Core Flush |
| 86500 mi US $350 |
Passenger-front window regulator replaced |
| 102500 mi US $350 |
Driver-front window regulator replaced |
| 133000 mi US $130 |
A/C not cooling. Complete system check revealed nothing more than low refrigerant. |
| 76000 mi US $849 |
Door actuator replaced. |
| 201000 mi US $120 |
Cable of front window regulator broke at the motor - cable got chewed up and could not be re-attached. Replaced window regulator. |
| 62582 mi US $75 |
Emergency flasher sw |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 111600 mi | Burnt out passenger side headlight |
| 109000 mi US $500 |
Front driver side window malfunction - Window Regulator Replaced |
| 109000 mi US $53 |
Airbag light came on. Independent repair shop identified problem: Passenger side curtain airbag. Advised me to not do anything unless it comes on again. |
| 122200 mi US $400 |
both lowbeams |
| 135200 mi US $30 |
A/C not working, probably compressor or clutch. Choose not to repair at this moment |
| 36044 mi | Replaced blown headlight bulb right front - warranrty |
| 49613 mi | VW Open Recall Install drivers side seat heater harness/Install updated seat heater switch passenger side |
| 65904 mi US $52 |
Replaced bulb A/C control panel. Replaced burned out driver's side marker bulb. |
| 168000 mi US $280 |
Lights - Right headlight was burnt out. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 71000 mi US $200 |
Discovered leak in A/C compressor. |
| 90000 mi | Cranking problem |
| 134000 mi US $285 |
Immobilizer failed. "Coil" or antenna unit inside dash replaced by dealer. This is my 2nd replacement! |
| 74500 mi | Turn signal fault - Ghost signaling. Fixed with a focused spray of WD-40 into the turn signal stalk base. VW Vortex forums save my sanity again. |
| 75000 mi | Auto dim mirror fails to stay switched on. Finally hacked the switch to stay in the "on" position with a rubber band. Looks bad but at least I'm not getting blinded at night any more. |
| 77000 mi US $1200 |
Alternator failed which also killed the battery. Alternator repair requires the car being put in service position which is very expensive for labor. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD
| 124000 mi US $1800 |
Failed compressor |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 98000 mi US $1000 |
brought car in for driver's window which stopped working and a **stop brake indicator light that came on when making right turns; technician determined that rotors and pads were worn and needed replacement |
| 50000 mi US $600 |
Faulty wire to power window motor |
| 48000 mi US $400 |
Rear passenger side door lock was not opening/closing. Had to manually push the knob in to lock/unlock it. Apparently it was an issue with the lock relay. Was replaced under CPO warranty. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 65000 mi US $500 |
evaporator plugged and draining into passenger floor board. Design flaw..drain tube hard to get to and subjected to too much heat from manifold. Second occurance in two years. Mechanic not sure if problem is permenantly fixed. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
6-cylinder automated manual 2WD
| 180000 mi US $50 |
A/C hose crack, and now I have to replace another A/C hose |
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