2001 Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2001

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2001 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (51%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (9%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (2%)

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2001 Volkswagen Passat transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (67%)

< $100 (11%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

119000 mi

US $70
Transmission failed 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

100000 mi

US $250
right front CV joint and boot 
109000 mi

US $360
replaced driver side CV boot and joint 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

125000 mi

US $200
CV boot was torn 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD

38000 mi

US $450
CV shaft needed to be replaced 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

130000 mi

US $200
Replaced worn CV boots 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

73000 mi

US $350
Grinding in transmission. Drained transmission fluid and found metal. Diagnosed probably failing. 
95000 mi

US $627
Outer CV boot torn. 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

5-cylinder manual 2WD

62000 mi

£500
CVT boot replaced front right 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat Transmission Problems

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