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2006 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (8%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (7%)
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- 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 391 repairs.
2006 Volkswagen Passat brake repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (7%)
$500 - $999 (19%)
$100 - $499 (22%)
< $100 (48%)
Chart based on 27 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 12000 mi | electronic parking brake malfunctioned - would not activate, and inoperable parking brake message appeared on MultiFunction Display. repaired under warranty |
| 42000 mi US $600 |
electronic parking brake repaired |
| 76800 mi US $100 |
The electronic parking brake would work intermittently saying "Parking Brake Fault, contact..." Took it in, they updated the computer and installed a newer system that doesn't have the problem. |
| 142000 mi US $578 |
Parking Brake Fault - dash alarm going off over 5mph. Replaced rear parking brake motor with salvage part (new part would have been over $400 just for the part). Parking Brake Fault - dash alarm going off over 5mph. Replaced rear parking brake motor with salvage part (new part would have been over $400 just for the part). Paid $200 for used parts. |
| 105800 mi US $430 |
The Electronic Parking brake would not release |
| 3000 mi | VW P7 recall |
| 103000 mi US $470 |
parking brake motor, right side rear failed..complete caliper relacement performed. |
| 39680 mi | Electronic parking brake sensor needed replacing. |
| 108500 mi US $400 |
ABS, parking brake fault, ESP warning lights all came on at the same time |
| 134600 mi US $2300 |
All brake and abs lights on. Replaced multiple parts over 3 week period. Kept recommending more work even though the problem was not isolated or corrected |
| 141000 mi US $1100 |
continued brake issues from previous repair trips. Once again, dealer charged 1100 (more actually) and was unable to repair. Again, dealer kept recommending more work and was unwilling to stop charging even though the work was unneeded. |
| 144000 mi US $2700 |
Abs controller was defective. Controller was replaced. Part cost $1800. |
| 11000 mi | The Passat has an electric parking brake. The electric switch on the dash malfunctioned. The parking brake system would cycle on/off about once a week. The dealership diagnosed the switch itself with a malfunction. The switch was replaced, but the trim ar |
| 109300 mi C $140 |
The front brake pads worn excessively on the inside. The caliper pins were seizing up. Shop put new pads and freed up the pins. |
| 111600 mi C $945 |
Left parking brake motor needed to be replaced. We had the right one replaced 2 years ago under warranty. This one cost us 545.00 just for the part 100.00 for the diagnostic and then labor and taxes. |
| 122760 mi C $300 |
Started doing my own repairs using VCDS software. No more $95/hr shop fees for me. Just changed rear pads and tried to get parking brakes to work again. No luck. This car has been super reliable so far and still runs & drives like new. |
| 31000 mi | Electronic parking brake would not disengage after setting the brake. Required a battery disconnect to release brake. New switch was installed. |
| 35000 mi | Electronic Parking Brake malfunctioning |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 76000 mi US $60 |
Replaced electronic parking brake switch. |
| 84600 mi | Electronic parking brake motor, passgr side, seized up, locking rear wheel. Removed motor, cleaned and lubricated drive mechanism - unit is working OK for now. Will probably need to replace motor eventually. |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| 47200 mi | Auto parking-brake fault; lights flashing on dash. Vehicle driven (audible warning constant)to local dealer for diagnosis. Nearside rear caliper failure evident - not covered on my extended warranty (Warranty Direct uk) as I later discoverd |
| 52200 mi | Electronic parking brake fault (warning lights/beeping) appeared on dashboard. Replaced switch (as brakes were functioning ok) but still fault showing; will reset all codes when laptop available. |
| 52300 mi | Vehicle taken to my usual repair dealer who reported both rear brake motors (e-parking brake) faulty; one replaced under VW parts warranty (only 15 months/6K miles covered)but other motor not covered - awaiting decision from ext warranty. |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 86611 mi US $70 |
electronic parking brake locked car up - had to be towed. had to pay towing after 5 miles. Dealer had to fix as I just got the car that day. electronic parking break locked car up - had to be towed. had to pay towing after 5 miles. Dealer had to fix as I just got the car that day. |
| 85000 mi US $570 |
Brakes rear replace pads and service, also tune up done |
| 87300 mi US $600 |
Replaced parking brake electro-mechanical caliper which would not disengage, and dash switch |
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