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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%)
Select a problem area
- 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 269 repairs.
2004 Volkswagen Passat body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (50%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 67800 mi | Engine skid plate fell off. Dealer service dept. had not secured it properly after oil change. All fasteners were missing. Dealership finally agreed to replace skid plate. However they did not detect the two worn front axles! |
| 73000 mi US $298 |
Interior vinyl panels on front doors came loose and had to be reglued |
| 66000 mi US $140 |
The gasket around the base of the antenna had cracked and fallen off. |
| 89000 mi US $273 |
90K mile service. Also had them check a creaking drivers door and other sounds the car is making. They lubed the door and recommended rear brake pad replacement and timing belt replacement. |
| 32000 mi | Drivers-side seatbelt re-tract replaced. |
| 49500 mi | Ash tray damper replaced. |
| 73000 mi US $100 |
Some kind of plate was loose under the car which caused a rattle. |
2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 163700 mi US $500 |
Front air dam continues to separate from car by interference with parking lot curbs. |
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