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2015 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

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

Other (13%)

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2015 Volkswagen Passat electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (25%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (58%)

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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.

2015 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

53320 mi

C $1100
Required new vent motors for windshield defrost 
41000 mi

US $300
Replaced nosiy blower motor. 
30000 mi Ac stopped working. Electrical switch replacement 
33000 mi Right rear turn signal bulb housing was loose causing non-operational turn signal. Housing/wiring/bulb replaced 

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2015 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 150hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

49600 mi Cabin blower making a squeaking noise when cold. 
80600 mi

C $100
Rear passenger door was reporting that it was open, even when closed. VW had to replace the passenger rear door handle. 
145080 mi

C $1500
Alternator failed and was replaced. Part was on back-order from Germany and took several weeks to arrive. Dealer provided demo car at no cost for the entire duration of the repair. 
145080 mi

C $1500
Alternator failed. 
3300 mi Car lost programming. Had to be towed to dealer. Reprogramming fixed problem. 

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2015 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 150hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

24500 mi Radio would not load 
14100 mi Check Engine Light was illuminated. Code scan did not find any faults, System was reset, and light went out. 
9000 mi This was a "new" 2015 TDI purchased in 2017. Battery should have been replaced before delivery along with fluids, tires, etc as part of the TDI program. But the battery went bad at 9000 miles and I suspect the original battery was not replaced before delivery. 

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2015 Volkswagen Passat Electrical Problems

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