2010 Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Passat 2010

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2010 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (5%)

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2010 Volkswagen Passat body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

132680 mi

C $1900
Left passenger side door skin, right rear quarter panel (both under warranty), and rear hatch skin (not under warranty) replaced and painted. 
149667 mi Hood and both front quarter panels replaced, all under warranty. 

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2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

17700 mi Upper console sunglasses holder broke, replaced under warranty during 2yr/20k service 
14000 mi Rattle in the dash; dealer said it's a common issue and fixed at no cost. Fix was adding foam tape somewhere in the dash and required removing the whole dash, according to them. 
83000 mi

US $208
VW Headlight Assembly Right (Passat) - Valeo 3C0941006AE  
109496 mi

US $925
Upholstery repair 

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2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

71920 mi front fenders replaced and trunk handle area repaired under VW 12-year rust perforation warranty. unfortunately, similar rust on the rear fender did not qualify for warranty repair (VW's decision is 'final') so I shall try to keep it in check with Krown oil-based rustproofing 
62700 mi

US $60
Headlight switch cracked. 
22000 mi Steering wheel leather cracking. New steering wheel ordered. Steering wheel replaced. 
25000 mi Moisture collect behind driver side fog light lens. Replacement fog light ordered. Ordered fog light received and replaced. 

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2010 Volkswagen Passat Body Problems

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