2009 Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2009

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2009 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (59%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (3%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (3%)

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2009 Volkswagen Passat body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (15%)

< $100 (85%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

41000 mi

US $100
switch for moon roof activation failed. 
45300 mi A musty smell in cabin. Clogged drains soaked carpets. Required replacement of all carpets, headliner and seat underlayments 
45000 mi

US $50
Water leaking into trunk. Dealer replaced trunk seal. 
69400 mi

C $130
RF xenon headlight unit has water droplets on inside of lamp unit. Dealer said out of warranty since 4000 km over, even though obviously an old problem. Suggested a hair dryer. 
34300 mi Stuck sunglasses case. New case ordered. 
20000 mi sunroof crooked 
28000 mi Sunroof off kilter. 
27000 mi

US $27
Increasingly loud wind noise on driver side above 45mph. Dealer adjusted driver side door, reducing the problem significantly. 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

107700 mi

¤10
The inside roof and doors textile material fell down and the inside foamy material deteriorated and kept falling down. Probably from the heat in my country. 
200 mi Replaced headlights - excess condensation in both headlights 
28000 mi

US $50
Driverside door seal was never glued and seal was loose. 
10000 mi Lumbar adjustment knob in passenger seat did not work. New part was ordered and will be installed when it arrives. 
12000 mi New lumbar knob installed. 
2000 mi Passenger door gasket was cut 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat Body Problems

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