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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 brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (17%)
$500 - $999 (21%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 94000 mi | ABS light started coming on when sold. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 110300 mi US $1050 |
Frozen rear calipers, replaced both rear calipers with new. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
270-horsepower 4.0L W8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 109000 mi US $679 |
After a 106,000 mile full brake service including fluid drain/replacement and braided hose replacement, the brake pedal intermittently pulsated at slow brake speed. ABS light engaged followed by Check Engine icon. All 4 actuators replaced. |
| 110000 mi US $1300 |
After previous replacement of ABS accuators at each wheel, ABS problem light again came on. ABS modulator had to be replaced. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 115811 mi US $250 |
Replaced rear brake pads, rotors |
| 127029 mi US $1300 |
Car needed major repairs to pass PA inspection: front brake pads and rotors, left side tie rod, 4 new tires, buff headlights, replace rear left tailight ass'y, etc. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 73000 mi US $26 |
Check ABS light came on but no problems were detected. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 90887 mi C $54 |
During scheduled service inspection turned up requirement for Left and Right outer CV boots and possibly CV joints. Repair estimate given. |
| 110720 mi C $137 |
Diagnosis and repair - brake light on. Wire on right front brake pad rubbed through, left was also rubbing, both were repaired. |
| 122020 mi C $73 |
Brake, ABS and Traction lights all came on, flashing or steady, sporadically. Went for diagnosis - brake inspection done (and reg.maint.) and pads, calipers replaced, rotors refinished and fluid topped - next evening lights came back on. Previous repair did not eliminate warning lights - returned for further diagnosis - electrical issue - between systems and warning light triggers - repair not attempted as shop did not have access to necessary electrical diagrams. Need dealr Diagnostic inspection for brake fault light, etc not clearing.DTC's GFF, Power and Ground, fuses, power and ground at ABS module - all OK. Requires ABS control module. Quote: 1980.00(VW) or used 650.00 (90 day warranty) Repair not done:$$ |
| 136400 mi C $262 |
ABS Control Module still needs to be replaced |
| 76841 mi US $895 |
New brake booster, vacuum pump, brake line, pressure sensor; brake lines bled; lower brake bulbs replaced; ignition coils (4) replaced under recall |
| 82000 mi | Brake booster vacuum pump replaced under warranty (was replaced less than 12 months ago). |
| 186000 mi | ABS unit went bad. Not a real safety concern, so will get unit refurbished and re-installed at a later time. |
| 76000 mi US $849 |
Brake sensor replaced. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 109000 mi US $500 |
Rear caliper failed, leaking fluid. Both Rear Calipers replaced |
| 111000 mi US $250 |
Parking brake cable failed and was replaced |
| 152000 mi US $200 |
ABS module failed, module was removed and sent out for repair as a new one would cost 1200 vs 200 |
| 155000 mi US $100 |
Brake line failed and was leaking fluid into the wheel |
| 170000 mi US $488 |
repair emergency brake caliper |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 95000 mi US $1200 |
Faulty ABS sensor |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| 175000 mi US $410 |
needed new rotors and brake pads on back and also needed 2 calipers on both back tires |
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