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2004 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area
Engine (55%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (5%)
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Chart based on 269 repairs.
2004 Volkswagen Passat suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (60%)
< $100 (7%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Volkswagen Passat
Engine not specified
| 76500 mi US $1000 |
Power steering unit failed |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 66000 mi US $500 |
Both front wheel bearings replaced due to vibrations and noise. Verified from replacement, they were the issue. |
| 37000 mi US $450 |
CV joint boot destroyed. Axle replaced. Private shop fast service. Good work. Reasonable price. |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 128300 mi US $215 |
Routine Tie Rod and Control Arm replacement |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 132040 mi $100 |
Rod needed to be replaced |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 108000 mi US $327 |
Power steering whine. Shop noted the fluid was low. No leaks found. Fluid topped off and a vacuum was attached to purge the system of any air. New break pads and rotors re-finished where done also. Parts app 120. Labor 174. |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 76000 mi US $153 |
They noticed clunking in the suspension - upper suspension arms were replaced. |
| 86000 mi US $600 |
Dealer also notice that a lubrication boot was leaking on one front suspension component but repair was declined |
| 78300 mi US $250 |
Replaced shocks and struts |
| 108000 mi US $300 |
upper control arms worn - both sides replaced |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 82000 mi US $450 |
Wheel bearing replaced. |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 206000 mi US $12 |
Power steering fluid leaking. Added stop leak. |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 167000 mi US $1150 |
Replaced left front upper control arm |
| 170000 mi US $900 |
Replaced front wheel bearings |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 121075 mi US $300 |
Replace tie rod ends |
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