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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 4dr Wagon

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

89280 mi

C $140
parking brake switch indicated fault - dealer indicated this was a known high occurrence item. 
27000 mi Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) module failed. 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

36880 mi faulty sensor replaced 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

84000 mi

US $45
Electronic Parking Brake Switch was not releasing and giving fault. Replaced as research showed VW had updated. Working as should now. 
31300 mi

US $1200
Brake booster had a vacuum leak and needed to be replaced. 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat Brake Problems

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