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2005 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area
Engine (44%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (9%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 321 repairs.
2005 Volkswagen Passat repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (34%)
< $100 (28%)
Chart based on 210 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Volkswagen Passat
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| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Dec 201152000 miUS $800 | headgasket ac module | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Jan 2012US $2500 | replace valves | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Aug 200970000 mi | Outer CV boots, front. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Kentucky, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Jan 2013 | Seat heater burned a hole through driver's seat. Heater element, seat padding, and seat cover replaced. | ||
| May 2013122600 mi | Thermostat replaced | ||
| Oct 2013124200 mi | Coolant flange was leaking--replaced flange. | ||
| Jun 2014129000 miUS $5 | Windshield washer fluid sensor failed. | ||
| Jul 2014129200 mi | Driver's side outer CV boot was torn, replaced with reman. VW unit. | ||
| Feb 2015133000 miUS $80 | Left and right motor mounts, front snub mount replaced. | ||
| Apr 2015134500 miUS $10 | Misfire on cylinder one--coilpack replaced. Fuel door release switch failed--replaced with new part. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2008 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Jul 200939000 mi | Rattle in dash | ||
| Dec 200942000 mi | Torn CV boot | ||
| Dec 201052000 miUS $250 | Torn CV Boot replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 200952000 miUS $700 | Replaced passenger side axle shaft due to defect CV. Total cost 691.23 | ||
| May 200952000 miUS $290 | Replace CV joint boot---torn. Two days later noise --- clunking. Now the Trans-Axle needs work add another $600 | ||
| Mar 201062000 miUS $5000 | Remotes did not work, interior lights did not work. Locks did not work. Cause of problem shorted out comfort module (located under passenger seat) | ||
| May 201062000 miUS $900 | Boot replaced/constant velocity joint repaired/replaced on drivers side. The passenger side had same problem last year. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Utah, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Jun 201185000 miUS $545 | Brake Light came on - oil shop said "pads looked great" 1 month later, turbo shut down and car was riding rough. REAL VW Mechanic said front pads needed replacement, all spark plugs and 1 coil. Car running excellent again! | ||
| Aug 201185000 miUS $350 | Car was idling very rough - almost dying at stop lights. Computer reading showed 14 malfunctions - mechanic THOUGHT major engine problem - started to disasemble but then found a small valve installed backwards - replaced & it worked! | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2011 | |||
| Jan 2011110000 miUS $650 | replaced both front axles belly pan replaced with used pan replaced both front axles | ||
| Apr 2011115000 miUS $460 | AC not blowing cold, garage had me recharge. Still not blowing cold and garage replaced a relay on second visit. | ||
| Sep 2011130000 miUS $456 | Mass airflow sensor | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Apr 201058000 miUS $700 | Fuel pump stopped working. Had to replace it. | ||
| May 201291200 miUS $1400 | Replaced timing and serpentine belts, leaking valve-cover gasket. | ||
| Aug 201296000 miUS $340 | Replaced torn left front CV joint boot | ||
| Dec 2012101000 miUS $375 | Leak in left rear brake assembly, replaced assembly. | ||
| Dec 2013118000 miUS $420 | exhaust downpipe rusted through at flexible elbow. replaced it. | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Jul 2009 - May 2016 | |||
| Jun 200987754 miC $65 | Replaced Freewheel Clutch pulley for alternator. Had gotten Electrical Fault alarm & MIL indicator, battery was no longer charging. | ||
| Feb 201098982 miC $351 | Replaced Left Outer CV Joint Boot & outer CV joint. Rubber boot had separated at seam & allowed road salt into CV joint. Joint bearing surfaces and ball bearings had deteriorated and made noises at left turns while accelerating. | ||
| Dec 2011145080 miC $100 | Windshield washer pump leaking | ||
| Jan 2012146320 miC $100 | Windshield wiper fluid pump leaking had to be replaced | ||
| Mar 2012148800 mi | Air conditioner does not come on despite fan working. Likely electrical and many hours to trace wiring problem. Abandoned repair. Repair shop could not diagnose problem, Research on TDI site led to dx of circuit board problem- cleaned and resoldered and works fine. | ||
| Apr 2013173580 miC $125 | Brake line leaked through area friction with plastic item above, wore through plastic covering and steel line. Brake failure while driving. The CV joint boot was failing again after replaced 2 years ago. | ||
| Jun 2013176700 miC $10 | Central door locks, windows, etc not working. Replaced a bad fuse eventually but the rear tail gate door is still not working manually or electronically- cannot open it. | ||
| Jul 2014199100 mi | Rust front fenders, quarter side panels and trunk. VW will cover only fenders and one quarter panel | ||
| May 2015213900 miC $3000 | Failure of torque converter | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Jul 200935000 mi | Ceramic glow plugs replaced with steel plugs. ECM reflashed with updates. | ||
| Mar 201037000 miUS $2000 | TDI engine balance shaft module was making noise. If balance shaft module failed would starve engine of oil pressure leading to catastrophic failure. VW aware of the design flaw but denies it exists. VW makes a gear drive OEM part for the problem. | ||
| Aug 201145000 miUS $574 | A/C compressor relay malfunctioned and was replaced. A/C stopped blowing cold air. Left front outer cv boot torn. Axle pulled, inspected, regreased with new boot installed. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2008 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Jun 200834875 miC $46 | Turbo boost hose became loose and had to be re-attached. reconnect loosened turbo boost hose. Would have been covered under warrantee but went to local GURU to avoid the hassle. | ||
| Jul 200947120 miC $500 | ceramic glow plug defect. Self diagnose and paid out of pocket. VW recall notice issued in August. Seeking for reimbursement. | ||
| Sep 200948360 mi | Factory engineered defect in chain driven balance shaft/oil pump module. Noise and vibrations increase. Replaced with factory gear drive part under warranty. I feel for those w/o warranty = $3000 USD repair. VWoA not officially awknowledging the issue | ||
| Oct 201060440 miC $350 | Drivers door lock module failed requiring replacement | ||
| Nov 201061380 miC $450 | Replaced drivers door lock module. Independent shop performed Water Ingress preventative TSB. Leaking window washer fluid pump. Self diagnosed, ordered and repaired part myself. | ||
| Dec 201383700 miC $495 | Cv boots replaced | ||
| Jul 201486580 miC $275 | Replaced thermostat, original was stuck open, perhaps for years. | ||
| Nov 2016102920 miC $850 | leaking thermostat (again) causing low coolant vacuum pump leaking valve cover gasket leaking all original brakes need replacement (another $550) tie rods beginning to show wear Coolant low. Unknown coolant consumption. Vacuum pump seal worn. Re&Re performed. Oil leak from valve cover gasket. Gasket replaced. $600 of total. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Mar 2010 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Jul 2010108500 miC $154 | Checked for leak and refilled Air Conditioner gas | ||
| Sep 2010111600 miC $3500 | Replaced chain driven balance shaft with gear driven one | ||
| Jul 2011117800 miC $320 | Lost gas again. They found where but just re-charged it, didn't fix it. Update when sold: retained charge after all. Lost gas again. They found where but just re-charged it, didn't fix it. | ||
| Jun 2012133920 miC $300 | Boots were ripped | ||
| Oct 2012C $150 | Window washer motor replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jul 2013137000 miUS $1000 | Replace transmission still under warranty. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States May 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 2017270000 miUS $2800 | Replaced original shock absorbers (which had lasted nearly 12 years and over 250000 miles!) with Koni Orange shock absorbers. Also replaced front springs because they looked like they make crack soon. Replaced 12 year old tandem pump which was leaking very little oil but leaving stains on the driveway. Replaced two coolant hoses which looked weak and about to fail. | ||
| Jan 2018273000 miUS $993 | Replace front control arms | ||
| Apr 2018274500 miUS $466 | Oil leak from rear of valve cover. Replaced valve cover. | ||
| May 2018274500 miUS $1100 | Replaced condenser and radiator fan | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Sep 2012132791 miC $1699 | Torque Converter popped. Transmission fluid leaked out. Scanning of error codes done by dealer. Mister Transmission replaced the converter, taken apart and cleaned all tran. components + fixed leak from differential. | ||
| Oct 2012133920 miC $293 | CV Driveshaft (passenger side) replaced | ||
| Feb 2013137368 miC $85 | washer pump leaking and was replaced | ||
| Mar 2013139500 miC $249 | CV Driveshaft - driver side replaced | ||
| Aug 2013142498 miC $469 | Alternator replaced with a quality re-built unit. | ||
| Nov 2013146424 miC $137 | Coolant reservoir return line replaced | ||
| Apr 2014152356 miC $612 | Turbo issues...no turbo. Mass airflow sensor replaced, and air filter clogged, was also replaced. | ||
| May 2014152560 miC $368 | Turbo issues. Solenoid replaced. Vacuum lines checked. | ||
| Jul 2014155605 miC $316 | Suspension work: rear control arm replaced (with ball joint) | ||
| Aug 2014157317 miC $452 | Issues with leaking and "flushing noise": Coolant thermostat/housing and lower rad hose replaced + system flush. Assessment of Radiator core problems...estimate on the repair of the core by VW dealer: $1500 | ||
| Oct 2014161200 mi | Issues with transmission: Slipping in reverse and between gear 4-5 when car driven in traffic and/or highway for extended period of time (>1 hr). Assessment of transmission re-build $3000 by German transmission specialist. Repair not done | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada Aug 2012 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Apr 2018159340 miC $35 | passenger headlight does not last like the other or other cars I have had. Items must be removed before the light can be changed. Not difficult just takes time. | ||
| Dec 2020189 miC $1900 | Replace turbo | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada May 2016 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Dec 2016210800 miC $805 | Left front cv joint and wheel bearing | ||
| Feb 2017212040 miC $20 | #1 cylinder glow plug | ||
| Apr 2017212660 miC $60 | Valve cover gasket Repaired and painted front bottom fender rust and door trim rust. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Sep 2014 - Jan 2018 | |||
| Dec 2014191000 miUS $2000 | Transmission quit going in forward gears. Would go in reverse. Chunks in transmission pan. Replaced with 5 speed manual swap kit. | ||
| Apr 2015192300 miUS $700 | Engine oil pump weak, replaced with upgraded oil pump assenbly and removed balance shaft assemblies. Both known to be failure spots with this design. | ||
| Jan 2018151000 miUS $560 | EGR cooler failed. Putting coolant into combustion path. Tell tale white smoke like head gasket blown. Camshaft position sensor failed. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States May 2009 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Dec 2009103000 miUS $1200 | Heater core blocked and needed replacement. | ||
| Jun 2012158000 miUS $380 | Sticky left front brake caliper caused noise, steering vibration | ||
| Feb 2013166800 miUS $800 | Emissions. Check engine light came on. Replaced Mass flow meter. Also replaced 2 motor mounts. Light came on again, replaced turbo boost tube that had a small hole. So far working well. | ||
| May 2014189000 miUS $1500 | Thought trans was slipping. Dealer Sid needed new transmission. Took to indep shop trans did not need repair Had taken to dealer. They wanted to replace trans. Prob was fouled throttle body. Very dirty causing poor performance and late trans shifting. Since cleaned, runs better and gets better mileage. Still feel trans not quite right though. Replaced driver front CV boot | ||
| Dec 2014200000 miUS $1000 | CV joint noise. Replaced both front axles with VW factory rebuilt axles. Shop had used Chinese aftermarket in the past on some vehicles but was not happy with longevity. | ||
| Mar 2015203000 miUS $1000 | Noise in front of engine. TDI alternator has clutch similar to ac pump so alternator only runs when needed. Clutch froze up damging alternator, so replaced alternator with new clutch, belt and tensioner pulley. Now needs tires. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New Brunswick, Canada Mar 2014 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jul 2014172220 miC $300 | Renewed control arms, passengers side. | ||
| May 2015187240 miC $700 | I replaced shocks (4) and strut bearings | ||
| Sep 2015192820 miC $150 | Turbo hose needed replacing. | ||
| Dec 2015192820 miC $1400 | Dmf was rattling and clutch was slipping. replaced with smf and new clutch. | ||
| Sep 2016204600 miC $1000 | Rebuilt front suspension | ||
| Oct 2016205840 miC $250 | Had to replace lower turbo hose. | ||
| Jul 2017213280 miC $688 | noisy suspension. replaced 2 upper control arms, and link kit. | ||
| Oct 2017215760 miC $878 | cooling system repairs. replaced water pump and rear head cooling flange, added new coolant. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Nova Scotia, Canada Aug 2012 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Oct 2012110360 miC $1600 | Removed balance shaft assembly Oil filter / change | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2010 - Mar 2012 | |||
| May 2010108000 miUS $880 | Replaced ignition coil and purge valve Replaced coil pack and purge valve. Had to rent car for 5 days while part was delivered. | ||
| Apr 2011124000 miUS $330 | CV boot failed - front left half shaft replaced Both headlights failed | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Mar 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 200823000 mi | Roof trim would not stay in place, dlr replaced trim pcs, OK for now. This is the second time these were replaced, first was upon vehicle delivery. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Nebraska, United States Jun 2015 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Aug 2015122400 mi | Fuel tank replaced due to 2008 recall (NHTSA Reference #08V156000). The valve mentioned in the recall passed inspection in 2008 and later failed. Having VW cover it took a few calls, but they covered it in the end. Leaky seal. Valve cover gasket leak. | ||
| Oct 2015126000 mi | Valve cover gasket leak | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Apr 2008 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Feb 200952000 miUS $530 | Bad fuel pump. | ||
| Dec 201093000 miUS $2500 | Motor Mounts | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Oct 2011 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Nov 201149500 miUS $800 | Rubber seal on oil cooler was cracked, causing the STOP engine/OIL PRESS light to come on. Turns out I probably could have driven with the problem as long as seal didn't break but didn't know that, so considered it an emergency situation. Oil cooler rubber seal was cracked, resulting in loss of oil pressure. Repair involved pressure test before and after, removal of entire cooler, engine flush and oil change, and replacement of seal, which was apparently known to be faulty. | ||
| Nov 201258200 miUS $1300 | Oil Pressure warning light came on while on highway and in town. Somewhat sporadic the following week. Problem was with the oil pump - it's pumping erratically. Had to replace the pump. | ||
| Dec 201258000 miUS $280 | Check Engine Light went on. Code said cooling system performance. Problem was bad sensor. The shop replaced. | ||
| Apr 201359200 miUS $400 | Check Engine light came on. 2 codes came up, one was a thermometer/thermostat. The other had something to do with a fan blowing vapors out on start-up that wasn't working. Emissions-related. | ||
| Feb 201464000 miUS $900 | Turbo "flap" was stuck open causing loud engine at start-up,smelly exhaust and poor mileage. A gasket had been blown apparently. Check Engine light was on. I forget the code. | ||
| Sep 201467000 miUS $3000 | Boot was cracked; drive shaft needed to be replaced | ||
| Nov 201467700 mi | Seat warmer, set to 3 and on for approximately 10 minutes, burned a hole through the seat, burning my leg. Wires were exposed and hot, seat cover was smoking. | ||
| Jun 201572000 miUS $1500 | One CV joint/boot was cracked and needed repair. Also voluntarily got new headlights. Oil was changed as well. | ||
| Apr 201781174 miUS $1260 | Secondary air motor needed replacing. Bearings were going, very loud on cold starts. | ||
| Oct 201785000 miUS $650 | Air mass sensor went out(?) Needed replaced, check engine light had come on. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Jan 2010 - May 2014 | |||
| Feb 201054560 miC $625 | cv joints replaced cracked boot | ||
| Jun 201057660 mi | compressor crapped out would coat 1900 to repair decide to not to fix | ||
| Mar 201376260 miC $300 | replaced valve cover gasket and spark plugs | ||
| Oct 201380980 miC $500 | Replaced booth CV joints because one side was cracked | ||
| Dec 201386180 miC $101 | coil pack | ||
| Feb 201487280 miC $101 | coil pack another one failed | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Feb 2016113700 miUS $800 | Don't remember exactly Heater core out again | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Oct 2010 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Aug 2013181100 mi | replaced axle | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Oct 200942527 miUS $472 | ENGINE OIL & FILTER CHANGE ($67.) REPLACE FAILED LF PWR WINDOW REGULATOR ($390.) | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada Sep 2010 - May 2013 | |||
| Oct 201086614 mi | Left front suspension boot CV joint replaced under warranty. Discovered during routine oil change service. | ||
| Nov 201087854 miC $40 | Radio antenna broke. Purchased from the dealer | ||
| Oct 2011100440 miC $260 | Discovered during last maintenance. Was noisy for some time – parts not in stock. $330 parts and labor, $70 for installing winter tires. Right Front Outside Suspension Boot replaced. $260 | ||
| Jul 2012106840 miC $130 | Turbo Underboost P0299 CEL - Cracked turbo hose | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Jul 2010 - Oct 2011 | |||
| May 201070000 miUS $650 | Replaced driver CV boot and axle. | ||
| Oct 201075000 miUS $100 | Replaced CV boot on passenger side. | ||
| Jun 201183000 miUS $155 | Replaced Alternator Regulator | ||
| Aug 201187000 miUS $350 | EGR bypass flap (throttle). Engine compartment whined under engine load. Replaced belt, tensioner, and alternator. Was told had a bad one-way clutch in alternator. Cleaned Intake Manifold from fouling due to EGR. Engine compartment whined under engine load. Replaced belt, tensioner, and alternator. Was told had a bad one-way clutch in alternator. EGR bypass flap (throttle). | ||
| Oct 201188000 mi | Rust on front quarter panel when sold. Sagging right rear suspension when sold. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Romania Feb 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Mar 201070060 mi$1200 | Engine not working in parameters. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States - Jul 2009 | |||
| Jan 200861000 miUS $1500 | Replace heater core | ||
| Jul 200989250 miUS $60 | Replace A/C relay switch | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Nova Scotia, Canada Jun 2008 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Aug 200839680 mi | Ignition would not turn most times when proper key was inserted. You had to wiggle it and move the steering wheel to get the car to start. Over time the condition worsened. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada Jun 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Aug 200849600 mi | Engine light came on. #4 glow plug. | ||
| Mar 201070060 mi | Timing belt. Returned to change idler pulley bolt. Should have been done when the timing belt was done. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Jul 2018 | |||
| May 2012116440 miC $200 | Drivers door lock | ||
| Jan 2018155000 miC $700 | Replace cv joints | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Nebraska, United States Sep 2011 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Oct 201295500 mi | CV boots replaced. Air Conditioning Replacement | ||
| Sep 201399000 mi | Timing belt was replaced as PM, and while changing the mechanic noticed that the water pump was starting to leak, so that was replaced as well. | ||
| Jun 2018135500 miUS $400 | Replaced compressor and dryer/receiver. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada Mar 2008 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Aug 200899200 miC $500 | Front ball joints. | ||
| Sep 200899820 miC $325 | Noticed during routine maintenance that a CV joint boot was split. Investigation showed that the CV joint was worn, clicking and needed to be repaired. Part ordered, replaced in subsequent visit on 01 Oct. | ||
| Oct 2008101060 miC $500 | Replacement of previously diagnosed worn CV joint and boot. | ||
| Nov 2008101680 miC $75 | No. 1 cylinder glow plug had failed as verified by VAG-COM scan done at home. Glow plug replaced, repair successful. | ||
| Apr 2009107260 miC $600 | Split left outer CV joint boot. 4 front ball joints clunking and needing replacement. Deferred to later to fit in budget later. Chain noise and vibration from engine. Suspect balancer shaft module/oil pump chain drive. Dealer investigating the problem with VW technical, will repair later. | ||
| Aug 2009112220 miC $3200 | Replaced chain driven balance shaft module with gear driven module; 75% cost assistance from VW Canada. Other wear items replace at same time: suspension arms, left outer CV joint. Replaced suspension arms. Replaced left outer CV joint. | ||
| May 2010123380 miC $875 | Steering failure. Leaking seals on steering rack, could not retain power steering fluid. Replace steering rack with remanufactured unit. Failure of right front power window mechanism. New winder mechanism on order to be installed in July. | ||
| Jun 2011136400 miC $760 | Intercooler hose leaking. Replaced. | ||
| Nov 2011141360 miC $280 | Replaced outer CV joint and CV joint boot. | ||
| Dec 2011142600 mi | Replaced rusting front fenders and trunk lid, repaired rusting left rear quarter panel. | ||
| Oct 2012152920 mi | Power steering leak Rust perforation on passenger door within warranty period (12 years). The body shop manager evaluated it and sent in a claim to VW, we are still awaiting VW's verdict. | ||
| Apr 2013157580 mi | Rust perforation on two front doors. Doors replaced and repainted under VW corrosion warranty. | ||
| Mar 2014165540 mi | Slightly leaking power steering hose Door lock seized. Using remote to enter car. | ||
| Jul 2014167480 miC $480 | Slow loss of power steering fluid. Replaced power steering pump and hose. | ||
| Nov 2014171120 miC $216 | Engine fan belt damaged. Charged 3 hours labour, the entire front of the car has to come apart for access!!! | ||
| Feb 2015171740 mi | Multiple areas of rust perforation: rear doors, rear quarter panels, trunk lid. Took to dealer mandated bodyshop for evaluation under the VW corrosion perforation warranty. Note: should be an option "estimate only" in what done dropdown. | ||
| Apr 2015171840 miC $40 | Rust repairs, partially under VW 12-year corrosion warranty. | ||
| Jul 2015172560 miC $50 | Exhaust system heat shield had come loose and was rattling. | ||
| Dec 2015176700 miC $200 | CV joint boots torn and repaired. | ||
| Apr 2016178660 miC $400 | Left outer CV joint replaced. Also welded exhaust joint | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 2010129000 mi | AC not effective most of the time | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States Mar 2010 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Oct 2010124500 miUS $60 | Coolant had been leaking for about 2 months. A pressure test at the dealership revealed that the radiator was the source of the leak. Dealership replaced the radiator and coolant. Passenger headlight bulb (daytime running light) was defective. Dealership replaced bulb while also replacing a leaking radiator. | ||
| Jun 2011136000 miUS $291 | Alternator pulley has an integrated clutch that had begun to whine or squeal when under load. Replaced alternator pulley with new part. | ||
| Nov 2011142800 miUS $479 | Crack in hose from turbo exit to intercooler. Once hot enough, crack released all pressure rendering no boost from turbo. | ||
| Jan 2012146000 miUS $1003 | Passenger-side CV axle replaced. The boot had torn open resulting in damage to the CV joint which made a clicking sound when accelerating and turning. Replaced both engine support mounts (not the front torque mount). Mounts had leaked fluid and showed excessive play under stress. | ||
| Sep 2012155000 mi | The torque converter clutch in the automatic transmission is stuck open, causing the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Mileage is suffering by about 7mpg less than normal. | ||
| Feb 2013160000 miUS $1020 | Exhaust Gas Recirculation system had a faulty EGR cooler, causing coolant to leak into the exhaust system and come out the tailpipe as white smoke. Replaced the EGR Cooler and related gaskets. | ||
| Mar 2014174000 miUS $2032 | Oil leak from engine valve cover gasket. Leak from brake system vacuum pump. | ||
| Apr 2014174500 miUS $203 | Air conditioning worked but would not cool air immediately. Inspection revealed AC compressor clutch not receiving exciter signal. Clutch control relay defective and replaced. | ||
| Jan 2015170000 miUS $2000 | Transmission fluid leaking from fluid pump. Transmission replacement recommended. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Nov 2007 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Jan 200730000 mi | brake light switch under brake pedal | ||
| Jul 2010100000 miUS $2262 | CV Joints worn, boots cracked, oil escaped, water/dirt entered. water pump replaced | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Nov 2010 - Oct 2013 | |||
| Jan 201159820 miC $200 | A prior recall to change ceramic glow plugs and flash the computer caused hard cold weather starting. Coolant sensor is acting up. Goes up to about 2/3 then drops to zero and then eventually goes to normal. My dealer quoted $330 to repair. Another dealer quoted $176 and a third $128. I will wait until I get out to the dealer at $128. | ||
| Oct 201163020 miC $281 | Rubber CV boot on passenger side split which if not repaired would eventually cause CV joint to foul and eventually fail. Axle removed from car, CV joint cleaned and re-greaseed, new boot installed. Bramgate VW did an excellent job fair $ | ||
| Jan 201367000 miC $4500 | Battery is weak but still working. Car did not start when around -15C. Need to replace. Could be tricky but I will attempt it. Replacement battery from dealer is $150 or $258 if dealer installed. There is a noise like a chain rubbing coming from the balance shaft area. May need to be repaired at a steep cost. | ||
| Oct 201380600 miC $600 | Current unrepaired issues: driver mirror signal out, airbag warning light on, trip tronic not up shifting in manual mode, driver door fails to lock occasin | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada Dec 2010 - Feb 2011 | |||
| Feb 201175640 miC $450 | Internal Oil leak | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Oct 201086000 miUS $700 | cv joint boots split and joints dry cv joints replaced | ||
| May 2014115000 miUS $350 | power steering belt began to slip requiring new belt and tensioner | ||
| Sep 2014118000 mi | power steering belt replacement failed and required 2nd replacement | ||
| Nov 2014119000 miUS $725 | Failure to start, original battery depleted after 9.5 years. New battery installed. Persistent rattle from engine compartment at idle. Frozen alternator pulley found. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Jun 200850000 miUS $550 | A/C switch only worked sometimes. | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Queensland, Australia Nov 2014 - Jan 2018 | |||
| May 201570060 mi | Removed air filter box, cleaned out crappy gasket and replaced with silicone sealent. manufactured cover for filter and fitted.Replaced relevent parts and tested water tightness. All OK. | ||
| Feb 201677500 miA $480 | Replaced faulty starter motor. | ||
| Aug 201680600 miA $80 | not changing gears smoothly and lurching occasionally when changing too. | ||
| Sep 201680600 miA $600 | Timing belt hydraulic tensioner faulty. Removed front end of car, replaced tensioner, water pump,idler pulleys,serpentine belt. Replaced front end and tested. All OK. Also replaced faulty RH headlight. | ||
| Jan 201888660 mi | My drivers door suddenly won't open from inside or outside no matter what I do . I have tried all the fixits on the internet and none of them work. The only viable one seems to be removing fuse 14 but VW in their infinite wisdom have put the fuse panel where you can't get at it with the door closed.??? I cannot get the inner panel off so I am going to have to remove the front fender and unscrew the door hinges and take the door off to get at the fuse panel. Failing that I now can remove the locking mechanism completely and find out what switches are faulty. Drivers door will not open from outside or inside.Removed locking mechanism and broken inside of door handle. will replace both later . | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States May 2010 - Aug 2010 | |||
| Jun 201026000 mi | Door locks do not reliably work with key fob. Sometimes have to use the key to unlock. Per dealer problem reported on computer as being the driver door lock assembly. Awaiting part delivery. Out of warranty, VW will pay labor Door locks not working again. Now they say they are seeing a problem code. More parts ordered. | ||
| Jul 201029000 miUS $245 | Door locks not working with key fob. New part installed by VW, now working fine. | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Nov 2006 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Mar 200742000 mi | carbon in the engine, was fixed previously by the dealer | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States Mar 2008 - Jun 2009 | |||
| Jun 200865000 miUS $360 | Check engine light was on. Reflash eliminated problem. | ||
| Jun 200981000 mi | The turbo-lifter, oil pan and coolant tank caught fire. Estimate cost to fix? $10,500 | ||
2005 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Jun 2011 - Feb 2013 | |||
| Nov 201155000 miUS $412 | Fuel pump replaced, air filter replaced, oil change, having troubles going up steep inclines mechanic cleaned out filters. | ||
| Jul 201265000 miUS $260 | The CV boot was torn and needed to be replaced. | ||
2004.5 Volkswagen Passat
Engine not specified
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2011 | |||
| Sep 201074000 miUS $185 | code P2096 comes on constantly. Dealer never acknowledge cat under warranty. Had flex pipe repaired and told right side converter needs to be replaced. The dealer wants $ 1000. each, on ebay the pair is $499.99. | ||
| Feb 201178000 miUS $439 | Catalytic converter covered under 80K rule but dealer would not honor warranty. They wanted a $1000 for each cat plus 325.00 each to install. Ordered cats from company in Canada for $239.00 each and $200.00 to install. MIL light gone. | ||
2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Mar 2008 - Feb 2018 | |||
| Aug 200829760 miC $4 | Plastic pin that holds glass to RR window regulator failed, I purchased pin at dealer and replaced it myself using information available on the internet for this common VW Passat window problem. | ||
| Sep 200936580 miC $46 | Engine temperature sensor failed, no drivability issues, but temp gauge on dash was showing erratic readings. Apparently a common problem, replaced old sensor myself in approximately 1 hour. | ||
| Jul 201045880 mi | CEL came on, mechanic found 2 minor codes that showed intermittant and very minor leaks in EVAP system. Codes cleared, no drivability problems and CEL has not come back on. | ||
| Nov 201048980 miC $352 | Passenger side CV Joint boot failed, had both the passenger and driver side replaced at my mechanic. | ||
| Jun 201261380 miC $530 | Diverter valve, engine speed sensor and solinoid related to turbocharger needed replacement to clear EPC light on dashboard. | ||
| Jan 201365720 miC $25 | Windshield washer pump leaking. Replace pump and rubber grommet to resevoir. Easy DIY job. | ||
| Feb 201366420 miC $40 | Coolant expansion tank - sensor within that reports on fluid level in tank was failing & sending error message to driver. Not leaking. Replaced expansion tank myself, no other issues. | ||
| Jan 201467620 miC $160 | Multi function turn signal switch no longer allowed the high beams to be turned on. Ordered parts and special 12mm triple square socket to allow self repair. | ||
| May 201476880 miC $50 | cam chain tensioner gasket had a slow leak. Repaired myself. | ||
| Aug 201479980 mi | RR Window retainer pin fell out from people slamming door closed too often. Replaced pin, repair completed with no need to purchase parts. | ||
| Nov 201481840 miC $153 | Drives side CV boot torn at hub. Mechanic replaced. | ||
| Dec 201483080 miC $202 | exhaust flex joint needed replacement, original still intact but showing need of attention. | ||
| Mar 201584940 miC $416 | Engine Crank Position Sensor failed while car was out of town. VW of Sudbury Ontario did the diagnosis and repairs. | ||
| May 201586800 miC $158 | Passenger side CV joint rubber boot failed, too much wear to rebuild, replaced axle complete. | ||
| Jun 201588040 miC $25 | HVAC system drain for AC condensate was plugged and caused water to leak onto floor of passenger side. Removed drain, removed debris plugging the drain hole, cleaned & dried carpets. Repaired rusted hole on rear floor area. | ||
| Nov 201592380 miC $467 | Coolant Flange, Temperature sensor, flush cooling system. | ||
| Jan 201677900 miC $30 | Low beam Headlight bulb, H7 | ||
| Jun 201697340 miC $251 | Intermittent failure to start when engine hot. Diagnosis was failing cam position sensor. Fixed at my independent German car mechanic. | ||
| Sep 201699820 miC $156 | Flex pipe replaced. | ||
| Jun 2017106020 miC $95 | Secondary Air Injection Pump replaced, ordered from ebay instead of paying $400-600 CAD for OEM part. | ||
| Aug 2017110360 miC $655 | Fuel pump replaced. Car had intermittent drivability issues, stalling, longer cranking time. | ||
| Dec 2017114700 miC $290 | Rear brake pads, rotors and LR caliper | ||
2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Aug 2013 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Feb 201481500 miUS $2100 | Replaced clutch because it was beginning to slip | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2008 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Jan 200834781 mi | Fuel pump replaced (warranty repair) | ||
| Feb 200834920 miUS $97 | Fuel (EVAP) system valve replaced | ||
| Jul 200838941 mi | Warranty pollen filter / sunroof service | ||
| Sep 200949556 miUS $24 | Coil pack (ignition coil) replacement | ||
| Nov 200951314 miUS $16 | Belly pan mounting hardware replacement | ||
| Jan 201053000 miUS $10 | Right front halogen headlight bulb. | ||
| Feb 201053000 miUS $60 | Oil leak, valve cover gasket and cam chain tensioner seals. Very minor water intrusion at rear liftgate seal resulted in jam of release mechanism, malfunction of license plate light. Replaced release mechanism and light. | ||
| Jul 201058000 miUS $120 | CV joint boot completely separated into two parts without obvious road hazard damage. Routine replacement. | ||
| Nov 201060500 miUS $13 | Left low beam (daytime running light) headlight bulb replaced. | ||
| Oct 201166000 miUS $25 | Recurrence of a minor wagon problem: a roof trim strip slowly detaches, will fall off if not repaired. Factory manual recommends 3M windshield sealant to reattach. Now looks OK (very slightly crinkled), holding well one month after. | ||
| Apr 201269000 mi | CV joint boot split, replaced without incident. Initial shop diagnosis of water leak incorrect (thought it was partly blocked sunroof drains), but a reasonable mistake on their part. When leak continued, I replaced seal material surrounding pollen filter myself, which solved problem. When leak continued, I replaced seal material surrounding pollen filter myself, which solved problem. | ||
| Jun 201271000 miUS $30 | New leakage despite previous service: all FOUR door panel seals were degraded (common in 1998-2005 Passats). Instead of $800 to replace panels, I removed, cleaned and resealed them with silicone caulk. Problem now finally solved. | ||
| Jul 201377500 miUS $2 | Pin fell out of rear window raising mechanism, window would not close. Took inside of door off, inserted new pin. I | ||
| Aug 201378000 miUS $135 | Split CV joint boot replaced. | ||
| Nov 201380000 miUS $210 | Flex pipe (part of exhaust piping) mesh ruptured. No noise or exhaust leak yet, but crack developing in pipe required repair. First exhaust problem in 10 years: this system is one of the more durable I've seen. | ||
| Jan 201475000 miUS $1200 | Broken spring. Replaced spring and all 4 shock absorbers with Bilstein heavy duty shocks, which are an upgrade adding $400 in expense. Worth it, too. | ||
| Jun 201487000 miUS $125 | Cracked intercooler. Replaced intercooler, 2 pressure sensors, associated intake hoses. Replaced oxygen sensor. | ||
| Nov 201491000 miUS $160 | Inner door pull failed to open rear door. Replaced cable and lock mechanism; also installed new window lifter panel (new rubber seal) to guarantee no water leaks. Plastic flange at back of engine leaking coolant slowly. Replaced without incident. Plastic flange at back of engine leaking. Replaced without incident. | ||
| Dec 201494000 miUS $380 | Failed Bilstein HD shock, less than 1 year old. Wide pothole jolted both front wheels off the ground, and the retaining ring holding on the top of the left front shock freakishly snapped. Left cap and rod attached to the shock's piston flapping around. | ||
| May 201599000 mi | E-brake malfunction, required new rear brake caliper. | ||
| Sep 2015103000 miUS $200 | Exhaust flex pipe welded in. Similar to repair 2 years ago. | ||
| Dec 2015106000 miUS $280 | Thermostat partially stuck open, rendering passenger compartment heater unusable. Car warmed up normally, no CEL. Heater core flush and new thermostat fixed problem | ||
| Aug 2016113000 miUS $330 | 2 ruptured CV joint boots, axles OK, just replaced boots. | ||
| Dec 2016117000 miUS $100 | Partly clogged heater core, typical for B5 Passat. Mechanic incubated core first with calcium and lime remover CLR) for 30 min, then back flushed with compressed air several times. Significant improvement. | ||
| Nov 2017126000 miUS $75 | Exhaust sleeve connector replaced. This is still the original exhaust system and works fine after 14 years: any repair short of replacement is a victory! | ||
2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2016 | |||
| Mar 2009101000 miUS $150 | Water pump impellor shaft broke - new water pump just replaced with timing belt a week before. | ||
| Mar 2010117000 miUS $150 | Serpentine belt tensioner worn out - causing power steering chirp. | ||
| Sep 2010126000 miUS $100 | Driver's side out CV joint worn, boot torn. Rebuilt axle with new joint/boot. Engine stumbling, check engine light and "emission workshop!" warning due to faulty mass airflow sensor reading. Removed, cleaned, and reinstalled sensor. | ||
| Dec 2010130000 miUS $25 | Driver's side mirror glass separated from mirror. Replaced with aftermarket adhesive-backed mirror glass replacement. | ||
| Apr 2012136000 miUS $1000 | Failure of hydraulic lifter & worn camshaft. | ||
2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2009 - Feb 2014 | |||
| Mar 201280000 miUS $2000 | replaced timing belt and water pump, replaced valve cover gaskets and cam tensioner seals. replaced 2 engine mounts. | ||
2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in New Brunswick, Canada Nov 2014 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Dec 2014187240 mi | Bought vehicle with rough running engine. Previous owner was told no compression on one cylinder, but I didn't suspect that. The problem was several vacuum leaks so a complete pcv replacement system is on order along with new vacuum hoses. | ||
| Mar 2015187860 miC $325 | The newly purchased vehicle had a flashing CEL. It turns out there were PCV hoses that were split. These were replaced and that corrected the flashing CEL. There is still a CEL which might indicate a faulty O2 sensor | ||
| Sep 2015191580 miC $10 | Had lower O2 sensor replaced Replaced down pipe and flex joint. Had to replace vacuum lines. | ||
| Jun 2016197780 miC $450 | Coolant leak. Replaced overflow tank. | ||
| Oct 2016200260 miC $438 | Park brake cable needed replacing. | ||
| Oct 2017203360 miC $14 | oil dipstick needed replacing | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2004 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jul 20041550 mi | Trim moldings all replaced under warranty do to chrome turning a milky opague color. | ||
| Nov 201385560 miC $449 | Boot replacement, | ||
| Sep 201493000 miC $400 | Outside passenger side cv boot replacement | ||
| May 2018124620 miC $612 | Broken rear coil spring, spring cost for 2 springs $160cdn, repair and replace $322, alignment $128. | ||
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