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Expensive Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (54%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 499 repairs.
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Volkswagen Passat repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (80%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 314 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

47000 mi

US $1200
Accuators for right vents not working Parts replaced tie-rod right side and bushings 

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2015 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

15600 mi

US $1100
Persistent high-speed vibration. Replaced all 4 tires as it was determined that one or more tires were internally damaged and causing the vibration. The new tires did not solve the problem. 
53320 mi

C $1100
Required new vent motors for windshield defrost 

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2015 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

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. 
82460 mi

C $100
Driver's side front wheel bearing was very noisy and had to be replaced. 
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. 
151280 mi

C $800
Heater core clogged and failed. Replaced heater core (2nd time). 

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2014 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

74000 mi

US $500
Brake pads and rotors 
85000 mi

US $2100
Timing chain replacement 

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2014 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

14000 mi

US $1800
Change transmission once , clutches twice, change multiple small items, but could not figure out issue finally. I also asked for one ride side Asistant since the engine dead. In fact it's more than 10 times visit to the local dealership. The car had been in dealership for more than 2 months ( just guess , can not remember exact days) 

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2014 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

129200 mi

US $2990
Engine Oil Cooler Failed causing both coolant and oil leak. Vehicle was towed to the dealership. 
159000 mi

US $985
DEF pump failed and the car reported no restart in 200 miles. 
71000 mi

US $120
Replaced heater core 
155000 mi

US $1000
Replaced turbo 

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2013.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

84000 mi

US $3240
Blue heating unit and turbo boost pipe 

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2013 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

81000 mi

US $1700
Cooling fan fragmented and cut radiator 
67000 mi

US $198
Starter battery failed to start car. Replaced battery at dealer using Volkswagen of America $500 credit card provided to me as a TDI owner affected by diesel cheating scandal. 
71000 mi

US $1100
Water pump leak instigated replacement of timing belt, water pump, idlers and drive belts. Also replaced front brake pads and rotors. And did oil and filter change. 

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2013 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

47900 mi

US $400
Oxygen sensor was replaced 
78000 mi

US $800
Heater core had to be replaced, system was flushed due to plugged/contaminated core. Passenger side would not blow warm heated air. There is a technical service bulletin on this design problem. Dealer has done 100% of on time maintenance. 
85500 mi

US $1200
Urea system sensor went bad. Had to replace urea tank by removing bumper and replacing entire system. VW later issued a recall and repaid cost of repair 
63000 mi

US $1100
The heater for the ad-blue injection system clogged and burn out. Replacement part included the injection pump and heater as one assembly. Also replaced wire connector and hose connectors. An extended warranty has now been issued for this. 

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2013 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

71700 mi

US $1300
check engine light, transmission service light and check gas cap messages appeared intermittently. Replaced map sensor, purge valve, clean throttle body, fuel pump relay 
124000 mi

US $1000
REPLACE ALL FOUR BRAKES / ROTORS 
103000 mi

US $1000
Parking brake adjustment 

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2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

62000 mi

US $1200
Heating element in the emissions fluid tank 

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2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

45600 mi

US $1500
The right front sway bar and other parts are to be changed and the dealer changed it but still have the Issue. 
68400 mi

€1000
Tdi ad blue tank code 202b, not replaced. Will likely return the car as part of the buy back. 
89000 mi

US $249
Replace driver's side visor containing garage door controller. Garage door switch cover had broken off during use 
130000 mi

US $3499
Major coolant system failure. Shop determined electric fan failure caused overheating, and while in there, replaced timing belt, water pump and fixed crankshaft seal oil leak 
52700 mi

US $1050
AdBlue Heating Element. Total cost of diagnosis and repair ~$1050. Fought VW to cover at least part which they did. Lot's of reported AdBlue issues in VW and TDI forums. 
59300 mi

US $280
Glow Plug replacement for #2 cylinder 

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2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD

77000 mi

US $2500
Mechtronic device in transmission failed. Replaced transmission with used transmission. 
80000 mi

US $120
Engine light warning of catalytic converter failure. Dealer could not find issue & reset the engine light. However, 3 months later, it appears that the catalytic converter is failing. 
88000 mi

US $600
First thought it was catalytic converter. Turned out to be head gasket leaking oil into spark plug cavity and cc was having issues clearing it 
94000 mi

US $3000
One radiator fan stopped working.  AC compressor stopped working. 
78000 mi

US $1500
ECM-Engine Control Module 

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2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

16000 mi

US $1166
AC needed major overhaul. 

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2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

76880 mi

C $700
Right rear wheel bearing was worn and noisy. Wheel bearing replaced. 
130200 mi

C $2000
Cracked passenger side front spring 
130820 mi

C $1400
Seized driver's side rear caliper 
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. 
137640 mi

C $500
Both front wheel bearings replaced. 
153347 mi

C $2242
Intake manifold failure, manifold removed and replaced. 

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2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

104000 mi

US $3000
Oil gasket failure. 
74000 mi

US $2600
Oil leak. Replaced seals and change timing belt. 
76000 mi

US $100
Both side mirror's glass lost adhesive and fell off. Purchased and replaced new mirror glass. (heated side mirrors) 
86000 mi

US $600
Water pump failing prematurely. Known issue and subject to class action lawsuit for defective product. 
82000 mi

US $150
Exhaust system clamp 
84000 mi

US $1200
Rear main seal between 2.0t engine and DSG transmission 
103000 mi

US $475
Replaced rear brakes on dealer recommendation. 40,000 miles since last replacement. 
104000 mi

US $850
Master cylinder repacement 
41000 mi

US $550
Drivers side door lock solenoid failed and did not allow door to be unlocked from switches or key fob. Repair was include with extended warranty. Owner paid for deductible. Additionally 40K service was preformed. 
58000 mi

US $200
Front Passanger Door Lock failed to operate Rear Drivers Passanger Door Lock failed to operate Rear Passanger Door window failed to operate. Shop replaced switch but problem return a few days later. 
66500 mi

US $600
Cooling fans would run at full speed while car was running and continue to run after car was turned off for a long time. Battery would run down and car would fail to have enough charge to start 
78800 mi

US $1100
rear door lock failed to lock and unlock 
80000 mi

US $250
fuel pump controller failed. Took number of trips to the shop and brake downs requiring tows to find a fix the problem. 
83000 mi

US $250
Rear passenger door lock failed again and needed to be replaced 
74400 mi

C $600
Leaky water pump. Replaced the pump. 
74400 mi

C $400
Front passenger wheel bearing replaced 
101680 mi

C $1300
Crankshaft oil seal leak 
110360 mi

C $1250
Fuel pump leaking. Replaced the fuel pump. This is the third one. 
109000 mi

US $1800
Fuel pump. 
558 mi

C $500
The dealer sent my car to a sub contractor to repair the windshield they damaged while doing the previous repair. 
34112 mi

C $4000
Failure of the power steering system. Car towed to dealership. 3rd reported occurrence of the issue. Installed new ground, confirmed updated computer system. Failure of the power steering system when cold outside temperature. 4th reported occurrence. After lots of discussion with VW Canada, replacement of rack and pinion, wiring and computer modules 
43400 mi

C $4000
Towed to dealer ship, lost count of the number of occurrences, replaced everything related to the power steering for the second time. 
47151 mi

C $250
Replaced cruise control switch Replaced the switch for driver power window 
64100 mi

US $125
Dead battery - replaced battery - no issue 
75000 mi

US $1620
Rough idiling, CEL was coming on more frequently, started at once/quarter, was up to once/month. PCV replaced, $420. Cupping of tires prevented routine rotation of tires. Shocks and struts were replaced, tires were aligned. $1,200. 
93000 mi

US $300
Car was hesitant and bucking - took in for DSG fluid flush; was advised that prior to my purchase the vehicle was filled with non DSG fluid. Dealer wanted to install a new tranny at $8,400.00 
94000 mi

US $196
Non-local Dealer ran engine codes and found the injector to be bad; was able to replace under warranty; and offered to de-carb everything for under $200. 

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2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

73800 mi

US $210
Carbon buildup on valves 
74700 mi

US $1200
High pressure fuel pump and regular fuel pump, back headgasket 
95000 mi

US $150
Tie-rod replaced 
91000 mi

US $1000
Leaks [coolant] 

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2010 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel hybrid automated manual 2WD

57660 mi

$1600
Needed to change fuel-spreader for petrol. 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

93220 mi

C $130
RF xenon headlight unit has water droplets on inside of lamp unit. Dealer said out of warranty since 4000 km over, even though obviously an old problem. Suggested a hair dryer. 
59520 mi

C $160
electric pump in the windshield washer bottle failed. 
60140 mi

C $220
Warning light on for return of gas vapours to intake manifold - faulty light! Ironic that that the warning light is faulty more often that the item it indicates - and costs more. 
64540 mi

C $190
electric control for driver seat - to recline and raise seat stopped. Easily removed trim and 3 screws hold this part. But 190.00! They say it's elec + switch + German. I say for that price it should last longer. New switch works fine. 
73960 mi

C $575
HVAC blower motor bearing failure - unable to source non VW part for this model - please note that dealer also recommended changing an additional electrical control along with the blower motor. Cost would be 575+190= $765 plus tx !!! 
82540 mi

C $700
Heavy carbon buildup mostly due to DI design - off warranty so no help from VW. 2 full handfulls of carbon where removed! Told that this is normal for 2.0T and many other DI motors. s1 injector and 1 coil also needed replacement. 
83080 mi

C $720
Fuel system - throttle body replaced. Seems premature, as are most component failures. No non proprietary parts available. 
89280 mi

C $140
parking brake switch indicated fault - dealer indicated this was a known high occurrence item. 
92380 mi

C $270
bolt holding arm for electric liftgate - wagon, snapped. Trim removed and liftgate detached to replace screw that secured the arm. 3 hours labour. 
108780 mi

C $550
main engine cooling fan failed to start till temp at 130, auxiliary fan burned out. 
71000 mi

US $415
Auto door lock mechanism failed in rear passanger door. Evidence of very slight engine oil leak at turbo bypass vale and timing belt cover. Valve replaced, timing belt cover gasket replaced. 
77000 mi

US $100
Rear main engine seal leaking. Replaced under extened warranty. Total bill $950, owner's share was $100 due to warranty. 
94000 mi

US $1100
Rough idle. Engine code indicated bad intake manifold, a known issue with the 2.0 turbos of this era Leaking water pump, replaced 
96000 mi

US $590
Replaced failing interior blower fan and rheostat 
96000 mi

US $300
Replaced throttle sensor relays. Car went into limp mode, had to be towed. 
96000 mi

US $1500
Car in limp mode again a few weeks later, replaced throttle body. 
97000 mi

US $400
Replaced torn CV boot on one axel 
23000 mi

US $1100
a/c would not blow cold. owner charged twice, 2nd time w stop leak and dye, dealership stated that there was no dye evident. they charged it and sent it out, stating had dye in it. called dealer next business day to return vehicle. 
115000 mi

US $414
will need de carbonizing of fuel injection manifold 
123100 mi

US $1053
Car would not start after sitting in parking lot after dinner, replaced bad fuel pump and module assembly 
138000 mi

US $175
oil pressure sensor 
155000 mi

US $369
replaced breather valve, vehicle has multiple air leaks 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

73160 mi

C $100
Heater blower seized. Replaced. 
79360 mi

C $550
rear hatch power striker replaced 
109740 mi

C $1200
Water pump replacement. (Check engine light on) 

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2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

106500 mi

¤500
Fuel pump replacement 
131440 mi

¤1500
Mixed gear oil with radiator water. Gear oil was in the coolant tank. Replaced transmission cooler / radiator and transmission cooler lines and flushed transmission. The problem is not 100 percent fixed because the gear is not 100 percent working properly but I would say that it is 95 percent fixed with noticeable change in gear shifting from time to time 
31300 mi

US $1200
Brake booster had a vacuum leak and needed to be replaced. 
103000 mi

US $800
Needed to "decarbonize" the valves - also about $800. 
104000 mi

US $600
Then needed new water pump - about $600 
115400 mi

US $1109
Water pump - intake manifold studs - injector seal 
143000 mi

US $825
Needed a new fuel pump 
64000 mi

US $150
I parked the car and the power steering failed when I started it. I had it towed to a VW dealer on Friday. They were unable to look at it until Monday. Upon re-start, the power steering worked again. They have no idea what happened. 
67300 mi

US $590
The steering rack, when overheated, would fail rendering the car without power steering. The rack was replaced. VW paid for the part ($1,200) and I paid for labor ($590). The car was 2 months out of warranty when this repair was needed. 
85000 mi

US $1800
Needs new intake manifold, $650. Apparently, this is a common issue with Passats. The engine light will come on and you will notice a decrease in power. It should be brought in for repairs as soon as possible,. needed new fuel pump, $1150. 
111500 mi

US $350
I noticed a squeal coming from my engine and brought it to my independent repair shop the next day. The 'blower' stopped working and had to be replaced. About $170 for the part and $180 for labor. 
115000 mi

US $720
The water pump was leaking and needed to be replaced. replaced water pump 
115000 mi

US $750
replaced exhaust manifold. This is the 2nd time I've had it replaced. The first was at 80,000 miles. 
186000 mi

US $175
needed new spark plugs 
194000 mi

US $800
new water pump 
203000 mi

US $160
replaced exhaust clamps 
220000 mi

US $240
Turned off idiot light 
219000 mi

US $250
warning light came on but nothing was wrong 
237000 mi

US $850
front sway bar and springs replaced 
96000 mi

US $2000
Had to replace all four fuel injectors Had to replace fan for the AC/heat 
96000 mi

US $600
turbo valve being broke. I was told it was wide open and thus pushing oil through the engine. Main rear seal was leaking oil like a sieve. The valve problem caused the seal to leak. The cost to repair the seal would have been over 2 grand, so I fixed the valve and traded in the vehicle within a week. 
79000 mi

US $430
breather valve clogged 
84300 mi

US $1048
water pump leaking 
87300 mi

US $300
Car would not start. Display said Airbag failure do not drive. Had towed to shop, $130 for diagnostics. No fault found for airbag failure, just battery. Replaced battery after initial 3 yr old battery failed to charge. 
88000 mi

US $1500
Timing Cover - Upper: UPPER TIMING CHAIN COVER AND GASKET Oil pan & gasket Inner CV Boot on right 
92000 mi

US $99
Electronic parking brake failure light Came on after pressing switch twice quickly. I have hand ailments so sometimes finger tips numb. Wasn’t sure I applied enough pressure to release and didn’t hear brake release so pressed a second time-light came on. Disc battery to see if would clear didn’t. Dealer charged $ 99 to clear 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

58000 mi

US $540
Check engine light came on, however car drove fine. Dealership found that the engine thermostat had to be replaced. 
70000 mi

US $250
Coolant container was cracked. It was not leaking, but decided to replace. 
85300 mi

US $1289
Engine chirp when cold; fixed by replacing timing belt, water pump, rollers, tensioner (kit).  Also replaced brake booster vacuum line. Replaced dipstick. 
89300 mi

US $500
Outer cv boots torn. 
97000 mi

US $300
Headliner coming undone. 
99000 mi

US $1369
Coolant system contaminated with oil. Replaced oil cooler, cooler tank, flushed coolant system. 
106000 mi

US $700
Oil leak from oil pan. Replace oil pan. 
78800 mi

US $1400
Oil leaks from 3 different locations 
80000 mi

US $1200
AC compressor died 
88000 mi

US $692
Replaced brake booster vacuum line: $278 Replaced turbo recirculation valve: $415 
90000 mi

US $175
Gummed up radiator. Unsure of cause. Shop said to come back for a couple radiator flushes to get it clean but judging from how the "new" fluid looks in there after 200 miles, they have a long way to go. I believe there is something else to it, like an oil cooler leak, but they haven't found one yet. 
93000 mi

US $100
Coolant flush; dirty after the last flush 1 month ago. Think they got it all? 
97800 mi

US $4800
Valve body bad and replaced, transmission rebuild kit needed. 
108000 mi

US $100
Replaced all ignition coils and spark plugs due to misfire under load. 
108000 mi

US $400
CV joint causing vibration and shaking. 
113000 mi

US $250
Replaced sway bar end links. They were making noises. 
74200 mi

US $1500
Intake manifold racked Replaced sunroof switch 
82500 mi

US $580
Coolant loss due to cracked inlet housing. Had to replace inlet housing. Cost listed also includes an oil change. 
95000 mi

US $1200
Power hatch no longer opens. Leak at the windshield washer pump. 
105000 mi

US $900
Rear main seal leaking; had to be replaced. 
107000 mi

US $800
Random misfire reported. Changed plugs, removed carbon buildup. 
108000 mi

US $700
Lack of power and random misfire; took apart and cleaned carbon buildup. 
110000 mi

US $900
Fuel pump housing cracked causing strong fuel smell in car. Fuel intake valve stuck on wide open flooding one cylinder. 
US $1500 leaking oil and coolant - replaced water pump gasket Timing chain assembly guide broke 
69000 mi

US $875
Water pump leaking due to cracks in the pump body. Complete unit (including thermostat, temp sensor)was replaced. 
72000 mi

US $470
Oil pan drain hole was stripped. Not sure who did this, but ended up replacing the oil pan as a result. Dealer said there was no way to re-thread or use a larger drain plug. 
78000 mi

US $140
Air pressure light was on, but tires were full. Engine light came on shortly afterwards and that was caused by carbon buildup on direct injection ports. Both lights reset and we were given VW branded intake cleaner to apply to next 3 tanks . 
78000 mi

US $425
Engine light, along w/ EPC light, came on. Engine running rough. Needed new coil pack, so replaced all four along w/ plugs. 
85000 mi

US $1500
PCV unit became clogged and we experienced high volume shrieking noise from under the hood. Initial thought was that a pulley bearing was going out. This caused the rear main seal to go bad. Also replaced. 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

77000 mi

US $400
check engine light, Thermostat replaced 
90000 mi

US $120
3 of 4 fan speeds stopped working. Blew a capacitor. Second time it has happened 
115000 mi

US $250
Check engine light and rough idle. Mechanic replaced sensor 
122000 mi

US $1200
Electronic parking brake motor died and seized on rear brake. Also ripped up brakes and rotors. All needed to be replaced 
111000 mi

US $1800
Replaced clutch and throwout bearing. Clutch engaging late, bearing noisy. Water pump, Thermostat and belt replaced because water pump was leaking. 
120000 mi

US $300
Parking brake motor stripped drive gear. Needed to replace entire pass. side caliper. 
132000 mi

US $200
The parking brake motor drive gear was stripped. Replaced caliper and motor under warranty. 
144000 mi

US $100
Replace PCV valve 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

95000 mi

US $1390
notice oil drips on driveway. 2 days before service schedule transmission started to slip. trans cooler lines leaking, a hole is on of them. replace both lines 
149000 mi

US $1150
Both water pumps - main and auxiliary - were leaking. Both pumps replaced. The fasteners for both water pumps had been over-torqued during a previous repair and caused both pump housings to crack. Also replaced an oil seal 
152200 mi

US $900
Engine was leaking coolant from freeze plugs between engine and transmission. Transmission had to be pulled to repair coolant leaks. 
55000 mi

US $1500
Total steering wheel, airbag and left front electrical failure 
66000 mi

US $600
Hesitation. Found to be high pres fuel pump mechanical interface. Cam shaft has to be replaced. Replaced interface only, cam shaft repair is $1500 job, and timing belt replacement is soon. Do together. 
87000 mi

US $100
Rear rim on drivers side has spontaneously deformed. No accident or damage to rim of any kind. Problem progressed quickly over less than one month, tire would no longer hold air. Aftermarket rim purchased 
156000 mi

US $1800
Water pump and then along with the timing belt were replaced. 
92700 mi

US $365
Fuel sending unit failed and wouldn't deliver fuel to the engine. 
103000 mi

US $3500
Slack in timing chain caused major damage to interior of engine. A condition that others have experienced and VW is being sued over in multiple states 
62000 mi

C $200
Damaged rear wheel bearing, both sides. Repack CV joint, front left 
83360 mi

C $500
Left CV joint replaced. 
92000 mi

US $7200
Timing chain tensioner broke and destroyed engine 
66000 mi

US $350
replaced thermostat 
62000 mi

US $1000
engine smog valve 
74400 mi

C $800
muffler and tail pipe replacement 
89280 mi

C $1050
Replaced left hand universal joint Replace both front suspension strut assemblies 
96100 mi

C $900
head to tail exhaust replacement 
96720 mi

C $100
Defroster blower fan replaced, noisy at low speed Fresh air flapper actuator replaced; noticed with loud grinding noise coming from behind glovebox 
105400 mi

C $600
Transmission oil cooler & hoses replaced 
110360 mi

C $175
suspension link bars replaced, front and rear (curbside) Suspension link replaced front street side 
86500 mi

US $1739
Failed crankcase breather caused rear main oil seal to leak 
81000 mi

US $1800
-Intake valve carbon cleaning 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

74000 mi

US $1200
Muffler  and PCV valve 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 160hp 1.8L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

45260 mi

$270
Fuel pump control module was faulty. Part No 1K0 906 093F. 
47120 mi

$100
Exhaust downpipe header joint cracked and required welding. 
63860 mi

$700
1. Changed rocker arms and hydraulic lifters as they were loose and giving out knocking sounds. 2. Leaking vacuum valve gasket. Rear fuel pump and relay module faulty. 
67160 mi

$600
Alternator was faulty 
68200 mi

$700
Water pump and coolant pipes were leaking. 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

90000 mi

US $455
LR Parking brake motor burned out. Dealer wants $860 for repair. Local garage did it for $455. Dealer wanted $475 for the part alone! 
126000 mi

US $2200
Replace rear struts. Thermostat sticking. Kept throwing CHECK ENGINE code. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT; cylinder 2 running lean. Replace all ignition coils. Original estimate charged 4x the going rate. I did not agree to fix until coils were sold at $45 rather than $180/coil! 
102000 mi

US $1000
Poor performance, turbo was no longer functioning properly after mechanic worked on vehicle. 
109000 mi

US $3000
Knocking, poor performance, and lack of power 
60000 mi

US $100
Replaced melted taillight. LED taillight literally melted in place. Dealer had never seen this particular problem before. I replaced myself. 
84000 mi

US $1500
Entire AC system replaced. 
85000 mi

US $8000
Engine head replaced. Timing belt tensioner broke and the timing belt skipped a tooth. Interference engine caused all 16 valves to get crunched. 
72700 mi

US $190
Right rear wheel bearing replaced. I bought the replacement on line saving $80 campared to shop price. Replaced with OEM FAG assembly. 
85000 mi

US $1000
Cam follower failed damaging the head beyond repair. This was repaired under VW extended warranty. While the engine was apart timing belt and tension pulleys were replaced along with spark plugs and oil changed. This I had to pay for. 
85800 mi

US $1120
Exhaust pipe broke at catalytic converter. Entire exhaust system replaced. 
93000 mi

US $167
I had no indication of a problem but I relied on the opinion of the mechanic. 
77300 mi

US $280
Had to replace a sensor that affected fuel pressure in system, causing low fuel pressure and therefore stalling. 
80000 mi

US $250
Cam Follower - Issue often found with these engines. Fixed under extended manufacturer warranty applied to this issue specifically. 
121000 mi

US $2000
Replaced Compressor and cooling fans. 
140000 mi

US $2200
Power steering stopped working. Both independent shop and dealer determined that I need a new steering rack! 
160600 mi

US $2500
Transmission Valve Body and Water Pump 
72000 mi

US $120
Replaced the battery. 
90000 mi

US $1100
Thermostat replacement 
94000 mi

US $120
Slight misfire at full throttle. Decided to replace coils and plugs since car was coming up on a major service interval anyway. 
111000 mi

US $225
Torn CV boot on left driveshaft. Just replaced entire driveshaft assy. 
140000 mi

US $200
A/C stopped working during a road trip. Worked fine during the trip out, then failed on the way home. Took the car in for a recharge, and after the attempted recharge, did not work at all. Dealer quoted $1800 for new compressor and receiver/dryer. Have not decided course of action yet. 
145000 mi

US $1500
LR electric parking brake motor failed, luckily in the non-activated position. Car could roll freely, but produced multiple warning lights and a warning chime over 3mph. Replaced both parking brake motors as a precaution, which is a dealer-only new part. 
168000 mi

US $200
Replaced rear coil springs due to cracking 
74000 mi

US $120
The Heater Temperature Dial and Vent Selector Control did not function correctly for the past several months. A malfunctioning “G191” Interior Air Temperature Sensor (VW P/N: 1K0-907-543-E) was replaced. 
114000 mi

US $325
High Pressure Fuel Pump, Intake Camshaft, and HPFP Cam Follower (found to be badly worn) replaced under Extended VW HPFP Warranty. No fault code, usually required for inspection.  Airbag Warning Lamp repaired. 
117300 mi

US $1240
Exhaust leak at the pipe immediately after the Turbo Exhaust Outlet where the Pipe joins the Flange. The Pipe broke completely free from the Flange. New Exhaust Pipe Catalyst section (VW P/N: 3C0-254-505-X) installed plus Clamp and Gasket. 
129000 mi

US $290
The Engine was taking a much longer than normal to warm up in cold weather. The Coolant Thermostat was stuck open. The Coolant Thermostat was replaced. 
141000 mi

US $1100
Cleaned Carbon Deposits off Engine Intake Manifold Flaps and Engine Intake Valves. Changed Engine Oil/Filter. Cleaned Evap Valve. 
104000 mi

US $400
drivers side door handle completely failed. entire module had to be replaced.  
119000 mi

US $800
All 4 swing arm bushings replaced, ride is tight like new. 
124200 mi

US $1000
rear left bearing has play so we are replacing cv boot replacement 
144000 mi

US $400
rear hatch hinge blew a bolt. interior disassembly required. 
170000 mi

US $729
Both radiator fans failed & were replaced @ dealership. One of the fans is required for A/C. 
29140 mi

$2000
Abs pump replaced 
42160 mi

$650
and leaking ball joint cover replaced. 
49600 mi

$200
I was told that the one of the joints in the steering system had its 'capsule' broken. This was replaced. 
58280 mi

$350
Xenon bulb busted; change required removal of bumper by mechanic 
62620 mi

$400
I was told that the cover of the ball joint had broken Some 'pressure valve' broke 
67580 mi

$900
AC not cold New pump installed 
71300 mi

$150
Problem identified in routine check; no noticeable symptoms 
78120 mi

$250
The cupholder at the console was replaced 
91760 mi

$300
Suspension cover broke 
92960 mi

$300
Broken wheel bearing; replaced 
96100 mi

$1000
Replace 3 wheel bearings One rear brake pad fell apart and replaced 
96720 mi

$450
Check engine light lit up Told by mechanics it was due to some broken vacuum pipe 
124000 mi

$1000
catalytic converter replaced 
76880 mi

C $585
Right left ball bearing was making noise. It was replaced 
80460 mi

C $200
Engine exhaust gasket was replaced 
97960 mi

C $1700
Replaced rear right bearing Repared part of exhaust pipe 
99500 mi

C $289
Front wheel bearing had to be vhanged 
100100 mi

C $500
Starter failed and was replaced 
97380 mi

C $500
Front springs on both sides were replaced after driving through a pothole 
111600 mi

C $450
Rear left bearing changed 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

82000 mi

US $1040
Down pipe including cat had to be replace. Pipe cracked after turbo 
80600 mi

C $800
Preventive timing belt replacement 
89280 mi

C $1000
Subframe loose. Installed new bolts and shims. Mirror turn signal LED failed. Part replaced 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

95300 mi

US $1400
A/c compressor failed, had to replace and recharge the entire system. 
100000 mi

US $340
Water hose had to be replaced, it was a formed hose and needed special clamps per the dealer and the hose alone was $200. This hose was rubbing the electric fan and developed a leak. 
105000 mi

US $599
Coil springs broken and replaced. 
110000 mi

US $540
Radiator had to be reconnected per the dealer. Also AC system drained and recharged per dealer. 
41000 mi

US $119
Intermittant immobilizer. 
61300 mi

US $129
Parking brake fault light. Required software update. 
63000 mi

US $100
Last problem re-occurred after 1 week. Multiple warning lights. VW suggested replacing ABS but not sure that's the problem. So far OK after a week and a half. 
76000 mi

US $500
Broken right rear spring Leaky hose from squirter tank, cost almost $400! When fixing the hose they found a small leak in the radiator and replaced it. 
93000 mi

US $100
Floor heat vent not working 
100000 mi

US $2400
Replace front & read shocks, struts and control arms. 
55100 mi

US $175
Left AFS Headlight Inoperative 
63500 mi

US $1000
Driver side sun visor detached - which impacted electrical circuit and fuse. Main cost was for labor to fix fuse/circuit 
70000 mi

US $280
Replace Vent Hose 
82000 mi

US $1300
Control Arms replaced along with bushing 
119200 mi

US $700
Right Rear Caliper Exploded. I was able to drive to the dealership using my brakes minimally. 
120000 mi

US $1500
paid 1500 to replace brake controller and rewire the wires from right rear caliper to brake controller which was leaking brake fluid *into* the brake controller AC had stopped working normally, dealer suggested a complete recharge. Seemed to fix the problem. Passenger Airbag Fault - dealer reset code, but as soon as passenger got in car, fault returned!!!! $120 wasted! Power Trunk Failed 
124000 mi

US $550
Left Front Wheel Bearing Failed! :( Passenger Air Bag Fault 
125400 mi

US $2084
Both lower control arms and ball joints wore out 
134000 mi

US $327
Failed oxygen sensor was replaced 
137000 mi

US $770
Left Rear Caliper failed, and was then replaced. 
141000 mi

US $360
replace clock spring - the horn was broken (when the airbag was replaced) which required a replacement clock spring. they claimed it was broken when i entered the shop, so they refused to fix the problem. not very happy about dealer who broke the clock spring. 
160000 mi

US $1000
front control arm brackets failed, and had to be replaced. replaced right front axle - which was failing 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

63200 mi

US $1200
Serpentine belt roller melted, belt snapped, engine overheated. 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD

43400 mi

A $1800
Suspension bushings and front control arms replaced 
68400 mi

A $250
Headlight harness had dislodged 
75020 mi

A $1200
Replace failed A/C compressor 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

92000 mi

US $2788
Motor mount bolt failure, failure of motor mount. R/R timg belt, valves, mount, bolts. Suspect that bolt not properly replaced when removed for earlier timing belt replacement. 
128700 mi

US $150
CV boot torn, replaced entire CV axlfe. 
132300 mi

US $129
R&R valve cover gasket 
86635 mi

C $44014
Harsh cold start, splitters Misfire caused by excessive carbon build up on backs of intake valves 
159340 mi

C $1200
Front boot replaced Noise when driving bearings replaced 
217000 mi

C $650
Clicking noise as wheel turned when in motion [wheel bearing] 
223200 mi

C $1000
Both front springs broken 
80500 mi

US $600
I had 2 separate issues: 1. Crank Case Valve & gasket leaking/spraying oil. Repaired by Strong VW Dealer in SLC. 2. My car spun on ICE & hit the cement barrier. Had to fix steel wheel & wheel bearing assembly. Repaired at other shop 
108200 mi

US $3700
The factory turbo down pipe snapped and broke free which meant the turbo system was no longer functioning properly and there was a drastic loss in power and increase in exhaust noise. 
118000 mi

US $1500
oil was leaking into the coil packs and causing misfires. Coils replaced. Transmission work done as well (fluids for tiptronic auto) I think my previous trip to do some upgrades may have opened up gasket and allowed oil into coils 
188000 mi

US $1400
Other repairs included replace both drive shaft,  tie rods end 
88300 mi

US $400
Coil caught fire 
92500 mi

US $1790
Power steering system failed Power amplifier stopped working 
107100 mi

US $1900
Power Steering rack failure 
110000 mi

US $550
Could not remove key from electric lock 
119000 mi

US $800
Another failure of the electronic steering! 
121000 mi

US $732
Multiple coil pack failure, other sensors. Coils are a constant headache. Going to sell the car! 
126700 mi

US $650
Ignition coils smoking 
143000 mi

US $1000
Timing belt broke. Damaged head and block. Car sold off 
112000 mi

US $1200
Transmission failed. Would not engage into gear and would grind when trying to put it in park due to bad valve body. Cost represents self-found $600 used transmission and $600 for tree shade labor... quite the deal as shops wanted $3k-%5 
57000 mi

US $1763
Broken valve spring Engine control management module and throttle sender unit both failed 
69000 mi

US $425
Replaced bearing after noise heard from suspension. Replaced low beam bulb 
56000 mi

US $3000
Bent intake valve broken spark plugs 
95000 mi

US $233
test of battery failed; replaced with new 
99600 mi

US $816
R side inner/outer CV boot defective; L inner CV boot replaced 
112300 mi

US $1070
valve cover gaskets and breather tube leaking; worn spark plugs replaced. oil return line off turbo leaking. Part and required gaskets replaced. 
67000 mi

US $987
A filter in the emissions system broke down and clogged the systems causing a loss of power. 
78000 mi

US $1400
sensors and air flow motor went out. 
82700 mi

US $1800
Master Cylinder went out. Front CV joints replaces Manifold replaced 
87000 mi

US $650
Heating went out. 
87000 mi

US $957
Emission failed 
51140 mi

C $9000
Plastic belly pan, mounts & rad & inter cooler supports. 
56420 mi

C $1500
ac compressor 
85000 mi

US $2300
Crankshaft malfunction. Check engine light came on. Dealer said it will cost 2300 to fix. We decided to trade in the car with its remaining value with a brand new crv. Would never buy a vw. Not in this lifetime. 
10000 mi

US $120
Had an occasional airbag fault light on dash. Did not occur while at dealer. Said would replace sensor if it reoccured. Fixed dash rattle. 
20000 mi

US $330
Routine 20,000 mile service done and a TSB for musty smell from AC. TSB clean AC duct and fixed problem under warranty. 
57000 mi

US $125
Electric parking brake switch malfunctioned. Switch on dashboard replaced. This was replaced 2 years ago under warranty. Also did 60K service and rear brake pads at same time. 
70000 mi

US $1200
replace valve cover gastket to repair small oil leak Alternator failing, replace alternator 
89000 mi

US $500
Treat AC system to eliminate musty odor Standard service performed. Dealer also completed 3 tech service items at not cost to me. 
101000 mi

US $1450
Drivers door latch mechanism would not open and had to be replaced. The exhaust pipe cracked just before Catlytic converter and had to be replaced. 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

97000 mi

US $2300
fuel pump that runs off the camshaft broke and camshaft needed replacing. 
133000 mi

US $220
Replace thermostat 
149000 mi

US $1200
Need a new ac compressor 
60000 mi

US $1225
Air conditioner compressor failed. Dealer replaced compressor, dryer and thermal expansion valve and flushed cooling system. Car started rough and then stalled when cold. After restart, car ran normally.  
61000 mi

US $811
Replaced steering column module. reprogrammed keys. 
85000 mi

US $440
CEL came on due to "Performance Malfunction in Cooling System" (error code P2181). After various diagnostics (by myself and by the shop) it turned out that the thermostat had to be replaced. 
130000 mi

US $1400
Turbo down pipe to th catalytic converter cleanly sheared off / separated from the flange. Entire catalytic converter has been replaced. 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

42460 mi

A $1600
Faulty fuel injector sensor replaced - significant cost of $1600, which I consider a high cost / risk for a vehicle with barely 40,000 miles! 

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

37200 mi

A $350
Replace Cam Shaft Position Sensor 
66960 mi

A $1600
Engine Light On. Glow Plugs replaced but problem not fixed. Parking Brake Switch Failed 
91760 mi

A $300
Replace A/C solenoid and re-gas. The problem was not fixed. The A/C compressor requires replacing. 
95480 mi

A $1200
Replace Fuel Pump Seal Replaced Front CV Boots Replaced 2 engine position sensors Replace Glow Plug Driver Board 

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2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

42000 mi

US $600
electronic parking brake repaired radio surface damaged/peeling, replaced under warranty 
61000 mi

US $112
replaced valvetrain cover 
92000 mi

US $1500
cel - cooling system reported a probem lock would not engage on passenger door 
140000 mi

US $3500
Transmission rebuilt Replace inner and outer cv joints 
150000 mi

US $1300
Exhaust System failure - replaced catalytic converter etc 
187000 mi

US $200
battery drain caused by defective aftermarket radio 
98000 mi

US $4500
Compressor and Condensor/Dryer needed to be replaced. Expansion valve needed replacement, system recharged Leak causing mass airflow sensor to not accurately measure air going in Camshaft Timing Chain & cam chain tensioner needed replacement. Car sounded like a diesel. Check engine light blinking. periodic loss of power 
76100 mi

US $1500
multiple problems with air conditioning. had to replace fan and compressor. 
85000 mi

US $5000
oil pump chain and possibly turbo went. They can't replace the chain, since VW has converted to a different system. They will convert it to their new oil pumping system for a mere $5,000. 
58000 mi

US $875
Fuel pump modulator failed, also caused some wiring in fuse box to fail. 
60300 mi

US $4800
Repairs necessarily included new oil pump ($1300) and main bearings. 
63000 mi

US $600
Main bearing seal. 
63000 mi

US $400
Bolt sheared on gear from timing chain to oil pump. Entire engine needs replacement. 
84000 mi

US $380
Diverter valve and another part were bad and replaced 
95000 mi

US $1000
Down pipe had to be welded back on to turbo.  
131000 mi

US $450
Replaced axel & cv boots on both sides 
9000 mi

US $146
The gas cap would seal completely, but the warning light would indicate it was not sealed randomly. coming on and going off with no changes to the cap made. The cap was replaced, bad seal on it. 
21000 mi

US $1468
The car would not start, no sounds were made, the lights would come on and prompted to turn wheel, eventually vehicle would start after trying for 2 minutes. Steering column control module internal malfunction and faults with comfort control module. 
26000 mi

US $354
Cam breather stuck closed causing the engine to idle rough and stall when stopped. 
138000 mi

US $1400
There were many electric issues, airbag sensors, horn, ac, check engine light. 
122500 mi

US $690
Fuse change 
125000 mi

US $3000
Driver front side door does not lock or unlock at times. Passenger front side window goes down first before going up when "up" button engaged. Sunroof flips open randomly by itself. Lumbar support stopped working. 
132000 mi

US $1200
Tie-rods, some other suspension related parts... 
45000 mi

US $370
control arms were creaking in suspension. parts replaced. TSB was available for problem. 
70800 mi

US $600
thermostat needed replacement 
75000 mi

US $1200
compressor wiring corroded and needed new compressor catalytic converter became dislodged. Axle Boots showed tears, preventive replacement. 
55000 mi

US $1770
electronic steering problem. VW said the entire steering column had to be replaced. trunk latching system broken mostly due to plastic locking mechanism 
70000 mi

US $468
warning light. took to dealer, thermostat, one sensor also replaced. way too expensive. 
83000 mi

US $620
turbo underboost sensor/switch defective. torn cv boot cover 
90000 mi

US $1520
wheel bearing in right front disintegrated. replaced bearings in all 4 wheels 
106000 mi

US $900
compressor failed 
108500 mi

US $400
2nd time torn cv boot cover on left side ABS, parking brake fault, ESP warning lights all came on at the same time 
128000 mi

US $800
two coils had developed shorts. One died completely and the other was misfiring 
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. 
144000 mi

US $2200
Massive pcm failure, continued after 2200 in repairs. Dealer unable to repair. Ended up trading it in 
57653 mi

US $1125
Had to have the Steering Column and Comfort/Convenience Module (immobilizer) replaced because car would not start 
66300 mi

US $126
Bad passenger rear Wheel Bearing 
73700 mi

US $770
Car would not start and acted like engine was seized.Shop even determined the engine was locked up but did a few more test and determined the A/C compressor had seized up not allowing the engine to turn over. No A/C problems before this. 
75000 mi

US $120
Driver side rear wheel bearing started howling. Just replaced it myself 
84000 mi

US $306
Exhaust separated from down pipe after Turbo. VW did not weld this connection and separates pretty easy over time. Took to local shop and had it welded up 
95000 mi

US $300
Turbo Diverter Valve failed. Car would not build boost 

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2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

63000 mi

US $1500
Valve repair. Very successful as this corrected the problem immediately (sluggish acceleration, lower than typical gas mileage).  
108000 mi

US $1800
New timing belt broke, destroying cylinder head. Installed complete new cylinder head, timing belt, and camshaft timing chain and tensioner. 
111300 mi

US $400
New AC compressor, condenser, expansion valve and drier. Flushed and recharged system. 
131000 mi

US $300
wheel bearing  axle boot 
146000 mi

US $1600
high pressure fuel pump 
84300 mi

US $1300
Cam chain phaser assembly replaced 
86000 mi

US $300
Oil Leak 
85000 mi

US $2400
Issue with the coolant sensor - was reporting false "low coolant level" Passenger seat sensor failed. 
89300 mi

US $139
Clutch needed to be bled. CV boot needed replacement 

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2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

37000 mi

£1000
Having driven approx 3 miles from home, 'engine fault - workshop' message displayed; engine stopped, would not re-start. Local repair shop recovered vehicle; faulty injector (diesel 2.0L PD engine) diagnosed. 

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2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

112000 mi

US $1100
Replaced whole a/c system When turning to the left car makes a noise and comes from the front wheel. Same thing with my last car but i forgot the part name 
93000 mi

C $1064
New rear suspension coil/springs. 
64500 mi

US $2463
Timing chain broke. EPC indicator on, and no power on acceleration. 

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2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

36980 mi

C $112
Diagnosed and repaired passenger mirror not dipping on reverse. 
36780 mi

C $1100
Replaced both HID headlamps which failed simultaneously. Not covered by extended warranty. 
38440 mi

C $100
Front lower control arm bushings and rear tie-rod bushings needed to be replaced. 
79000 mi

US $1400
Engine shut off while driving with no warning. Diagnosed problems were fuel pressure sensor, evap canister, and eap purge valve (N80). 
82700 mi

US $160
low coolant due to leaking hose damaged when major engine work was performed. airbag fault (wiring harness) code cleared - no problems found by mechanic 
86000 mi

US $470
Bearing destroyed by pothole. 
87300 mi

US $600
Replaced parking brake electro-mechanical caliper which would not disengage, and dash switch Replaced rear struts 
136000 mi

US $221
Replaced RR door actuator Replaced front lower arm rear bushings 
138820 mi

US $1316
Replaced rear coil springs & lower control arms. 
88000 mi

US $8000
oil bolt failure, common with this year motor, VW does not recognize the problem as a defect even though I found 58 exact same engine failures due to this faulty oil pump bolt Needed complete new engine. 

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2005 Volkswagen Passat

Engine not specified

104900 mi

US $2500
replace valves 

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

52000 mi

US $800
headgasket ac module 
52000 mi

US $700
Replaced passenger side axle shaft due to defect CV. Total cost 691.23 
52000 mi

US $290
Replace CV joint boot---torn. Two days later noise --- clunking. Now the Trans-Axle needs work add another $600 
62000 mi

US $5000
Remotes did not work, interior lights did not work. Locks did not work. Cause of problem shorted out comfort module (located under passenger seat) 
62000 mi

US $900
Boot replaced/constant velocity joint repaired/replaced on drivers side. The passenger side had same problem last year. 

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD

58000 mi

US $700
Fuel pump stopped working. Had to replace it. 
91200 mi

US $1400
Replaced timing and serpentine belts, leaking valve-cover gasket. 
96000 mi

US $340
Replaced torn left front CV joint boot 
101000 mi

US $375
Leak in left rear brake assembly, replaced assembly. 
118000 mi

US $420
exhaust downpipe rusted through at flexible elbow. replaced it. 

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

108500 mi

C $154
Checked for leak and refilled Air Conditioner gas 
111600 mi

C $3500
Replaced chain driven balance shaft with gear driven one 
117800 mi

C $320
Lost gas again. They found where but just re-charged it, didn't fix it. Update when sold: retained charge after all. Lost gas again. They found where but just re-charged it, didn't fix it. 
133920 mi

C $300
Boots were ripped 
C $150 Window washer motor replaced 
132791 mi

C $1699
Torque Converter popped. Transmission fluid leaked out. Scanning of error codes done by dealer. Mister Transmission replaced the converter, taken apart and cleaned all tran. components + fixed leak from differential. 
133920 mi

C $293
CV Driveshaft (passenger side) replaced 
139500 mi

C $249
CV Driveshaft - driver side replaced 
142498 mi

C $469
Alternator replaced with a quality re-built unit. 
146424 mi

C $137
Coolant reservoir return line replaced 
152356 mi

C $612
Turbo issues...no turbo. Mass airflow sensor replaced, and air filter clogged, was also replaced. 
152560 mi

C $368
Turbo issues. Solenoid replaced. Vacuum lines checked. 
155605 mi

C $316
Suspension work: rear control arm replaced (with ball joint) 
157317 mi

C $452
Issues with leaking and "flushing noise": Coolant thermostat/housing and lower rad hose replaced + system flush. Assessment of Radiator core problems...estimate on the repair of the core by VW dealer: $1500 
103000 mi

US $1200
Heater core blocked and needed replacement. 
158000 mi

US $380
Sticky left front brake caliper caused noise, steering vibration 
166800 mi

US $800
Emissions. Check engine light came on. Replaced Mass flow meter. Also replaced 2 motor mounts. Light came on again, replaced turbo boost tube that had a small hole. So far working well. 
189000 mi

US $1500
Thought trans was slipping. Dealer Sid needed new transmission. Took to indep shop trans did not need repair Had taken to dealer. They wanted to replace trans. Prob was fouled throttle body. Very dirty causing poor performance and late trans shifting. Since cleaned, runs better and gets better mileage. Still feel trans not quite right though. Replaced driver front CV boot 
200000 mi

US $1000
CV joint noise. Replaced both front axles with VW factory rebuilt axles. Shop had used Chinese aftermarket in the past on some vehicles but was not happy with longevity. 
203000 mi

US $1000
Noise in front of engine. TDI alternator has clutch similar to ac pump so alternator only runs when needed. Clutch froze up damging alternator, so replaced alternator with new clutch, belt and tensioner pulley. Now needs tires. 
110360 mi

C $1600
Removed balance shaft assembly Oil filter / change 
189 mi

C $1900
Replace turbo 
98982 mi

C $351
Replaced Left Outer CV Joint Boot & outer CV joint. Rubber boot had separated at seam & allowed road salt into CV joint. Joint bearing surfaces and ball bearings had deteriorated and made noises at left turns while accelerating. 
145080 mi

C $100
Windshield washer pump leaking 
146320 mi

C $100
Windshield wiper fluid pump leaking had to be replaced 
173580 mi

C $125
Brake line leaked through area friction with plastic item above, wore through plastic covering and steel line. Brake failure while driving. The CV joint boot was failing again after replaced 2 years ago. 
213900 mi

C $3000
Failure of torque converter 
172220 mi

C $300
Renewed control arms, passengers side. 
187240 mi

C $700
I replaced shocks (4) and strut bearings 
192820 mi

C $150
Turbo hose needed replacing. 
192820 mi

C $1400
Dmf was rattling and clutch was slipping. replaced with smf and new clutch. 
204600 mi

C $1000
Rebuilt front suspension 
205840 mi

C $250
Had to replace lower turbo hose. 
213280 mi

C $688
noisy suspension. replaced 2 upper control arms, and link kit. 
215760 mi

C $878
cooling system repairs. replaced water pump and rear head cooling flange, added new coolant. 
137000 mi

US $1000
Replace transmission still under warranty. 
37000 mi

US $2000
TDI engine balance shaft module was making noise. If balance shaft module failed would starve engine of oil pressure leading to catastrophic failure. VW aware of the design flaw but denies it exists. VW makes a gear drive OEM part for the problem. 
45000 mi

US $574
A/C compressor relay malfunctioned and was replaced. A/C stopped blowing cold air. Left front outer cv boot torn. Axle pulled, inspected, regreased with new boot installed. 
191000 mi

US $2000
Transmission quit going in forward gears. Would go in reverse. Chunks in transmission pan. Replaced with 5 speed manual swap kit. 
192300 mi

US $700
Engine oil pump weak, replaced with upgraded oil pump assenbly and removed balance shaft assemblies. Both known to be failure spots with this design. 
151000 mi

US $560
EGR cooler failed. Putting coolant into combustion path. Tell tale white smoke like head gasket blown.  Camshaft position sensor failed. 
274500 mi

US $466
Oil leak from rear of valve cover. Replaced valve cover. 
274500 mi

US $1100
Replaced condenser and radiator fan 

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

52000 mi

US $530
Bad fuel pump. 
93000 mi

US $2500
Motor Mounts  

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

49500 mi

US $800
Rubber seal on oil cooler was cracked, causing the STOP engine/OIL PRESS light to come on. Turns out I probably could have driven with the problem as long as seal didn't break but didn't know that, so considered it an emergency situation. Oil cooler rubber seal was cracked, resulting in loss of oil pressure. Repair involved pressure test before and after, removal of entire cooler, engine flush and oil change, and replacement of seal, which was apparently known to be faulty. 
58200 mi

US $1300
Oil Pressure warning light came on while on highway and in town. Somewhat sporadic the following week. Problem was with the oil pump - it's pumping erratically. Had to replace the pump. 
58000 mi

US $280
Check Engine Light went on. Code said cooling system performance. Problem was bad sensor. The shop replaced. 
59200 mi

US $400
Check Engine light came on. 2 codes came up, one was a thermometer/thermostat. The other had something to do with a fan blowing vapors out on start-up that wasn't working. Emissions-related. 
64000 mi

US $900
Turbo "flap" was stuck open causing loud engine at start-up,smelly exhaust and poor mileage. A gasket had been blown apparently. Check Engine light was on. I forget the code. 
67000 mi

US $3000
Boot was cracked; drive shaft needed to be replaced 
72000 mi

US $1500
One CV joint/boot was cracked and needed repair. Also voluntarily got new headlights. Oil was changed as well. 
81174 mi

US $1260
Secondary air motor needed replacing. Bearings were going, very loud on cold starts. 
85000 mi

US $650
Air mass sensor went out(?) Needed replaced, check engine light had come on. 

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

124500 mi

US $838
Coolant had been leaking for about 2 months. A pressure test at the dealership revealed that the radiator was the source of the leak. Dealership replaced the radiator and coolant. 
136000 mi

US $291
Alternator pulley has an integrated clutch that had begun to whine or squeal when under load. Replaced alternator pulley with new part. 
142800 mi

US $479
Crack in hose from turbo exit to intercooler. Once hot enough, crack released all pressure rendering no boost from turbo. 
146000 mi

US $1003
Passenger-side CV axle replaced. The boot had torn open resulting in damage to the CV joint which made a clicking sound when accelerating and turning. Replaced both engine support mounts (not the front torque mount). Mounts had leaked fluid and showed excessive play under stress. 
160000 mi

US $1020
Exhaust Gas Recirculation system had a faulty EGR cooler, causing coolant to leak into the exhaust system and come out the tailpipe as white smoke. Replaced the EGR Cooler and related gaskets. 
174000 mi

US $2032
Oil leak from engine valve cover gasket. Leak from brake system vacuum pump. 
174500 mi

US $203
Air conditioning worked but would not cool air immediately. Inspection revealed AC compressor clutch not receiving exciter signal. Clutch control relay defective and replaced. 
170000 mi

US $2000
Transmission fluid leaking from fluid pump. Transmission replacement recommended. 
100000 mi

US $2262
CV Joints worn, boots cracked, oil escaped, water/dirt entered. water pump replaced 
99200 mi

C $500
Front ball joints. 
99820 mi

C $325
Noticed during routine maintenance that a CV joint boot was split. Investigation showed that the CV joint was worn, clicking and needed to be repaired. Part ordered, replaced in subsequent visit on 01 Oct. 
101060 mi

C $500
Replacement of previously diagnosed worn CV joint and boot. 
107260 mi

C $600
Split left outer CV joint boot. 4 front ball joints clunking and needing replacement. Deferred to later to fit in budget later. Chain noise and vibration from engine. Suspect balancer shaft module/oil pump chain drive. Dealer investigating the problem with VW technical, will repair later. 
112220 mi

C $3200
Replaced chain driven balance shaft module with gear driven module; 75% cost assistance from VW Canada. Other wear items replace at same time: suspension arms, left outer CV joint. Replaced suspension arms. Replaced left outer CV joint. 
123380 mi

C $875
Steering failure. Leaking seals on steering rack, could not retain power steering fluid. Replace steering rack with remanufactured unit. Failure of right front power window mechanism. New winder mechanism on order to be installed in July. 
136400 mi

C $760
Intercooler hose leaking. Replaced. 
141360 mi

C $280
Replaced outer CV joint and CV joint boot. 
167480 mi

C $480
Slow loss of power steering fluid. Replaced power steering pump and hose. 
171120 mi

C $216
Engine fan belt damaged. Charged 3 hours labour, the entire front of the car has to come apart for access!!! 
176700 mi

C $200
CV joint boots torn and repaired. 
178660 mi

C $400
Left outer CV joint replaced. Also welded exhaust joint 
70060 mi

$1200
Engine not working in parameters. 
70060 mi

C $1300
Timing belt. 
61000 mi

US $1500
Replace heater core 
65020 mi

C $200
A prior recall to change ceramic glow plugs and flash the computer caused hard cold weather starting. Coolant sensor is acting up. Goes up to about 2/3 then drops to zero and then eventually goes to normal. My dealer quoted $330 to repair. Another dealer quoted $176 and a third $128. I will wait until I get out to the dealer at $128. 
63020 mi

C $281
Rubber CV boot on passenger side split which if not repaired would eventually cause CV joint to foul and eventually fail. Axle removed from car, CV joint cleaned and re-greaseed, new boot installed. Bramgate VW did an excellent job fair $ 
67000 mi

C $4500
Battery is weak but still working. Car did not start when around -15C. Need to replace. Could be tricky but I will attempt it. Replacement battery from dealer is $150 or $258 if dealer installed. There is a noise like a chain rubbing coming from the balance shaft area. May need to be repaired at a steep cost. 
80600 mi

C $600
Current unrepaired issues: driver mirror signal out, airbag warning light on, trip tronic not up shifting in manual mode, driver door fails to lock occasin 

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2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD

53000 mi

US $210
Oil leak, valve cover gasket and cam chain tensioner seals.  
58000 mi

US $120
CV joint boot completely separated into two parts without obvious road hazard damage. Routine replacement.  
69000 mi

US $299
CV joint boot split, replaced without incident. Initial shop diagnosis of water leak incorrect (thought it was partly blocked sunroof drains), but a reasonable mistake on their part. When leak continued, I replaced seal material surrounding pollen filter myself, which solved problem. 
78000 mi

US $135
Split CV joint boot replaced. 
80000 mi

US $210
Flex pipe (part of exhaust piping) mesh ruptured. No noise or exhaust leak yet, but crack developing in pipe required repair. First exhaust problem in 10 years: this system is one of the more durable I've seen. 
81700 mi

US $1200
Broken spring. Replaced spring and all 4 shock absorbers with Bilstein heavy duty shocks, which are an upgrade adding $400 in expense. Worth it, too. 
87000 mi

US $125
Cracked intercooler. Replaced intercooler, 2 pressure sensors, associated intake hoses. Replaced oxygen sensor. 
91000 mi

US $160
Inner door pull failed to open rear door. Replaced cable and lock mechanism; also installed new window lifter panel (new rubber seal) to guarantee no water leaks. Plastic flange at back of engine leaking coolant slowly. Replaced without incident. Plastic flange at back of engine leaking. Replaced without incident. 
94000 mi

US $380
Failed Bilstein HD shock, less than 1 year old. Wide pothole jolted both front wheels off the ground, and the retaining ring holding on the top of the left front shock freakishly snapped. Left cap and rod attached to the shock's piston flapping around. 
103000 mi

US $200
Exhaust flex pipe welded in. Similar to repair 2 years ago. 
106000 mi

US $280
Thermostat partially stuck open, rendering passenger compartment heater unusable. Car warmed up normally, no CEL. Heater core flush and new thermostat fixed problem 
113000 mi

US $330
2 ruptured CV joint boots, axles OK, just replaced boots. 
117000 mi

US $100
Partly clogged heater core, typical for B5 Passat. Mechanic incubated core first with calcium and lime remover CLR) for 30 min, then back flushed with compressed air several times. Significant improvement. 
81500 mi

US $2100
Replaced clutch because it was beginning to slip 

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2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

101000 mi

US $150
Water pump impellor shaft broke - new water pump just replaced with timing belt a week before. 
117000 mi

US $150
Serpentine belt tensioner worn out - causing power steering chirp. 
126000 mi

US $100
Driver's side out CV joint worn, boot torn. Rebuilt axle with new joint/boot. Engine stumbling, check engine light and "emission workshop!" warning due to faulty mass airflow sensor reading. Removed, cleaned, and reinstalled sensor. 
136000 mi

US $1000
Failure of hydraulic lifter & worn camshaft. 

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2004.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

80000 mi

US $2000
replaced timing belt and water pump, replaced valve cover gaskets and cam tensioner seals. replaced 2 engine mounts. 

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2004 Volkswagen Passat

Engine not specified

76500 mi

US $1000
Power steering unit failed 

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

106000 mi

US $1200
Coolant reservoir snapped at point where a hose connected, rendering the entire cooling system useless. both axels replaced due to worn/destroyed CV boots. 

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

65100 mi

C $1600
Water pump impeller broke. I had replaced the timing belt 1 month earlier. Water pump should have been replaced then. 
75640 mi

C $250
Check engine light lead to a faulty ignition coil. It would periodically idle rough. 

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

108000 mi

US $3000
changed O3 sensors amd catalytic converters 

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

68300 mi

US $600
While having new tires installed, mechanic noticed both front axles/CV joints needed replacement. 1st and 2nd replacement brand (Chinese)were not balanced properly (solid, not tubular). VW Orig parts installed. Aftermarket axles on VWs-NO! Also four new t 
69400 mi

US $1125
Car 10 years old - replaced timing belt, tensioner components, water pump, purged cooling system and replaced accessory belts. Mechanic discovered coolant flange on rear of engine cracked. Replaced. Also informed that engine appears to have sludge. 
115000 mi

US $1100
Change oil pumped 
130000 mi

US $200
Thermostat replaced 
133000 mi

US $150
Had to change camshaft sensor, check engine light was on oil pump replacement, plastic got stuck in oil pump, paid for labor and this was a recurring issue 

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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. 
172000 mi

US $500
Belt tensioner had to be replaced. 
177500 mi

US $130
Headlight adjustment screws are inop. I had to replace both headlight assemblies. Right rear brake caliper was stuck. I had to replace the brake bracket. 
201000 mi

US $1200
Turbocharger hose had a hole. Intercooler had a leak. 
195000 mi

US $450
EGR valve failed. $400 part 
208000 mi

US $425
Alternator failed. Replaced it. Car goes into limp mode. Suspect turbocharge variator is clogged by carbon. Replaced MAP, cleaned MAF. Problem has not cleared. 
50000 mi

US $340
Drivers side CV boot torn and spewing grease; cost of replacing CV boot only equal to cost of installing rebuilt half-shaft. Shop installed half-shaft. 
77000 mi

US $250
Independent shop replaced glow plugs with non-standard glow plugs in order to "fool" engine computer and clear "Check Engine" light. VW has still not made software update available. 
109500 mi

US $125
Auxiliary electric cooling fan failed - Owner replaced with new one. 
112000 mi

US $1070
Thermostat failed shut causing overheating condition - since car was due for timing belt change had water pump and thermostat replaced along with timing belt. 
125000 mi

US $350
Coolant leak developed at rear of engine. Shop replaced plastic coolant hose flange and coolant temperature sensor. 
129300 mi

US $125
Charge air hose between intercooler and intake manifold developed air leak. New hose installed. 
142300 mi

US $108
Fuel leak from in-tank fuel pump seal; shop removed fuel pump from tank, installed new seal on existing fuel pump and replaced. 

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

69000 mi

US $2400
Fuel intake and gas cap was faulty.  Engine mounts were leaking. 
37000 mi

US $220
pin fell out of power window.  Clips fell out of engine splash shield, shield fell off. 
51000 mi

US $250
multiple times multiple shops denied there was a braking problem. Caused accident. Will not do hard braking, as if grease were on rotors. Pads & rotors like new, but repl anyway. Port Valve, then ABS replaced. Each helped some.  Cleaned & properly reinstalled Lt rear speed sensor. I was told that sometime in the past, the rear wheel was removed, and in the process, pulled loose the speed sensor. 
53000 mi

US $130
Outside temp sensor intermittently reading "---", or from -140 deg F to +110 deg F; often outside temp was really 95 deg, but since sensor often reported less than 30 deg, AC would not run. Repaired wire shorting on bumper. 
69000 mi

US $2000
Bad coolant leak. Need new water pump; also timing belt deteriorated. 
75000 mi

US $800
head gaskets leak 
85000 mi

US $900
Fuel pump died. Died on Freeway, lost all power and control. The computer portion of the pump would not communicate with the car's computer. 
98200 mi

US $250
Engine temp sensor bad. Sometimes car won't start. 
99000 mi

US $1500
Replaced 2 catalytic converters due to leaks. This turned out to fix my last reported problem, which was not really the thermostat. Car starts and runs better and gets better mileage. 
99000 mi

US $700
Alt stopped working. Repl. Unfortunately, shop left auto trans cooling line disconnected, resulting in destruction of trans. Shop is paying for a used trans. This will not be reported, since not a car fault. 
167000 mi

US $1150
Replaced exhaust flex pipes Replaced Bank 2 O2 sensors 1 & 2 Replaced ignition wires both banks Replaced left front upper control arm 
170000 mi

US $900
Replaced front wheel bearings Replace both Oxygen Sensors on Bank 1 
182000 mi

US $570
Replaced master cylinder, Replaced brake hose (3U0611707), and front brake lines Replaced Brake Fluid 
185213 mi

US $130
replace left front cv joint boot 
192000 mi

US $208
replaced right front cv joint boot 
195000 mi

US $160
Replaced fan clutch 
197000 mi

US $481
Replaced heater hoses Replaced crankcase vent valve 
198000 mi

US $500
Replace fuel pump 

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD

132000 mi

US $400
Front passenger window and both rear windows non-operational. Also, the right rear door lock was engaged and unable to open the door from inside or outside with the door handle. Took the car into a foreign car window and door specialist. 
133000 mi

US $750
Car died as I was driving it. Diagnosed as bad fuel pump at the dealer. Dealer replaced fuel pump, fuel filter and fuel pump relay. 
141000 mi

US $2200
Noise from engine compartment diagnosed as sheared mounts; had to replace R&L motor mounts. Replaced torque mount. Replaced R&L transmission mounts.  Replaced O2 sensor. 
173000 mi

US $2000
Coolant loss. Looked for coolant leaks. Replaced cracked coolant expansion tank. Replaced coolant temp sensor, O-ring and clip. Engine hood strut failed. Coolant loss and burning oil smell/smoke under hood. Replaced water pump, timing belt, tensioner roller, tensioner dampner relay roller. Replaced both valve cover gaskets, cam chain tensioner gaskets. 
188400 mi

US $140
Grinding when shifting up into or down into 2nd gear. 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat

Engine not specified

98000 mi

US $7500
Transmission needed to be replaced 
42780 mi

$1300
Water pump and thermostat failure at 69,000 KM. 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

89000 mi

US $1100
Valve cover, cam tensioner gaskets, PCV valve, and plastic breather with associated hoses to fix oil leaks and oil dripping on Exhaust pipe causing oil smell. 
92000 mi

US $325
Hood would not open. Unable to check under the hood. Dealer had to replace the entire hood latch assembly. 
95359 mi

US $148
System tested and recharged with addition of Ultraviolet dye to help check for leaks. 
96000 mi

US $228
Check engine light on, some hesitation during warm up. Tech found diagnostic codes P0300-P0400. misfiring sparkplugs. Plugs replaced, check engine light remains off. 
97000 mi

US $1527
One spark plug coil failed Headlight and 3 running lights replaced 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

110500 mi

US $1500
Replaced clutch. 
128000 mi

US $500
coolant lean - coolant flange leaked. fixed. 
60760 mi

C $250
Signal indicator would continue "clicking" or "click" sporadically even without lights flashing. Replaced turn signal lever (faulty contacts). 
71300 mi

C $1500
Boots cracked, leaked lubricant, had to replace driveshafts (both). Head gasket leak, replaced. 
79360 mi

C $300
Engine oil major leak - oil cooler failed. Replaced.  
93620 mi

C $1000
Water pump failed, caused engine to overheat. As a result, timing belt was changed at same time. 
95220 mi

C $250
Wheel bearings replaced 
93940 mi

C $200
Oil Seals leaking, had to be replaced 
121060 mi

C $200
Broken caliper 
128960 mi

C $750
Check Engine Warning (Emissions) Directed to Cooling System - causing car to run too rich or lean Replaced Thermostat, Coolant Temp Sensor, Broken Coolant Recovery Tank, Coolant Flush 
132060 mi

C $1200
brake lines cracked, replaced Electronic unit in drivers door controlling power mirrors, interior lights, lights on chimes, etc stopped working Downspout from turbo exhaust cracked and leaking - caused exhaust smell to enter cabin 
134540 mi

C $540
Valve cover gasket leaking oil, replaced 
140120 mi

C $200
broken brake calliper, some fluid leak 
142920 mi

C $300
Oil leaks from oil hoses were dropping on exhaust, causing burning oil smell to enter the cabin. Hoses replaced. 
158340 mi

C $300
Coolant Recovery Tank replaces and some worn out hoses Also - fuel line leak (in another spot from previous) 
162380 mi

C $1500
Clutch bearing disintegrated, required replacement of pressure plates and related parts (flywheel OK). Clutch had about 100,000km on it but still had plenty of life if not for the bearing failure. 
50840 mi

$31600
the exhaust had a defect 
77890 mi

US $1325
Water pump replaced. Went ahead and changed timing belt,rollers, serpentine belt 
112000 mi

US $180
Fuel pump bad, replaced 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

270-horsepower 4.0L W8 6-speed manual AWD

114080 mi

C $180
Thermostat on blink. Since repair would cost $1200, and there didn't seem to be a major problem with overheating, we have left it for the time being. 
143920 mi

C $1500
Failed thermostat. Part very expensive and hard to get at. Also needed new serpentine belt which cost $170 plus an hour's labor. 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

91000 mi

US $1064
Oil leak, burning smell when drive car.  
99000 mi

US $240
Replace torn front CV joint boot. 
122300 mi

US $700
replace front wheel bearings. Control arm broke during repair and was replaced free by dealer. 
139000 mi

US $350
Replaced loose motor mount. 
143000 mi

US $300
Leaking heater hoses replaced, losing coolant. 
154000 mi

US $700
Heater core leaking and no heat in car. Replaced heater core. 
158000 mi

US $2000
Leaks in thermostat housing and hoses. Replaced hoses, timing belt, and other parts during repair. 
166000 mi

US $3000
Replace both catalytic converters to pass California smog test. Replaced front torn CV boots and axles. 
173000 mi

US $1400
Replace leaking water pump and hoses. Replace leaking motor mount. 
178000 mi

US $1500
Replace upper control rods, bushings, and struts. 
181000 mi

US $1000
Replace alternator, belts. Replace transmission mounts. 
182000 mi

US $1500
Replace lower control arms and bushings 
186000 mi

US $300
Thermostat leaking 
187000 mi

US $1200
Valve cover gaskets and crankcase breather parts 
195000 mi

US $1200
Replaced failed water pump. Also replaced the thermostat because the water pump was being done. 
200000 mi

US $300
Replaced rear turn signal electrical connectors. Changed brake fluid. 
204000 mi

US $760
Fuel pump replaced 
205000 mi

US $800
Replace radiator and thermostat. 
231000 mi

US $110
Check engine light on, car failing Calif smog test. Did not repair car. 
110000 mi

US $1100
Antifreeze was leaking and had to replace water pump and have timing belt replaced 
133000 mi

US $345
Leak in the coolant system had to replace the coolant container. Also, electrical switch was clicking and had to repair this also. 
134000 mi

US $1265
Water pump failed which caused a problem to the timing belt which had to be replaced also. 
135000 mi

US $550
Heater Core has gone out but did not fix.  However had to replace the catalytic converter 
168000 mi

US $650
A short developed by the sunroof and caused all electricals on the dashboard and AC to stop. 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

136200 mi

US $1200
Replaced spark plugs and battery and head gaskets 
122000 mi

US $300
Replaced temperature sensor 
121800 mi

US $1500
Replaced "combi" valve set 
131000 mi

US $485
Engine light reappeared dealer recommended replacing the coil pack and ignition wires. 
136000 mi

US $896
The steering wheel began to squeak like an old creaky door. Replaced steering wheel grommet.  Replaced spark plugs. 
131000 mi

US $300
Car was not providing full heat dealership cleaned the heater core system. 
145000 mi

US $1900
Worn bushings in upper control arms replacement manifold gasket needed replacement rear differential leak engine mounts required 
162000 mi

US $500
Starter replaced 
175998 mi

US $215
Noise from front end replaced one control arm 
185565 mi

US $700
Replace leaking transmission pan Replace faulty alternator 
188000 mi

US $183
Heater core was cleaned due to lack of heat. 
82000 mi

US $150
Rear power window acctuator 
98000 mi

US $500
Power Window Actuator Oil and filter change 
128000 mi

US $950
Alternator. Required car to be put into 'Service Position' (remove entire front end) to replace altenator. 
158800 mi

US $450
Emissions issues caused CEL to light. Had to clear codes to get car smoged. Evaporator canistor and nose had deteriorated due to exposure to gas fumes (function is to vent gas fumes!!). 
185000 mi

US $2500
Head gasket. Second on this car. 
89000 mi

US $1500
Cam seals 
139000 mi

US $360
Bearing noise 
65000 mi

US $100
Lost fuel pump - replaced and under warranty 
66000 mi

US $100
ABS light came on - switch replaced ($4.00) part. Car is starting hard in winter and will be checked again. 
95000 mi

US $1000
Had the Timing Belt and water pump replaced. 
48000 mi

US $1100
This was the 2nd of two trips to the dealer for a flashing Engine light that would come on intermittently. Car would also shudder and lose power a few seconds when the light was on. It would always go off after a few seconds and drive normally. This time, 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD

98000 mi

US $1000
Leaky valve cover gasket; replaced Bad CV joint; drive axle replaced 
101000 mi

US $300
Replaced both pre-cat oxygen sensors. 2 motor mounts replaced 
96300 mi

US $2500
Control arm bushings worn out. Replace all control arms. PCV system components shot 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

52000 mi

US $234
Replaced broken vac hose. Replaced a/c panel bulb. 
70000 mi

US $670
oil leak cv boot 
74200 mi

US $1250
Coolant leak repaired by replacing coolant hose flange outlet. Engine mount also replaced. 
77000 mi

US $280
Water temperature sensor malfunction 
78000 mi

US $171
Recirculating Air Valve Malfunction 
84000 mi

US $4500
All rear exterior bulbs out-taillights, rear trunk license plate, etc. Told it was a wiring harness problem that needed replacing. Dealer replaced wiring and all bulbs. Interior of car flooded during heavy rains. Per VW due to pollen in sunroof drains-water backs up and floods rear seat carpet. Computers under front seats destroyed. All carpets and electronics replaced via insurance claim. 
88000 mi

US $800
Drivers side window fell and shattered inside door. Motor, clips, and glass replaced. 
94000 mi

US $900
Heater core and control flap replaced. Core was leaking and fogging windows. 
96000 mi

US $6000
"low oil pressure-stop driving" light came on. Turned out to be the dreaded oil sludge problem. New engine. Waiting on VW response to the issue. Oil changes always synthetic, but not always done at dealer and they don't want to cover it.  
96000 mi

US $100
Monsoon Radio dead. Need to purchase new head unit. Will find one on eBay. Pulling fuse fixed this temporarily but dealer says head unit now needs replacing.  
88000 mi

US $1500
Sludge build up engine. Replaced oil pump, oil pick up tube and flush engine. 
70000 mi

US $1500
Water pump broke, timing belt also changed. 
77000 mi

US $650
Coil springs broke 
100000 mi

US $300
CV joint 
109000 mi

US $215
Coolant leaks 
164200 mi

US $500
water pump needed replacement, was leaking. 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

150200 mi

US $1000
4 new disks, 4 new sets of pads (done myself), new master cylinder, new left rear caliper (done by mechanic, caliper was my fault). 
151200 mi

US $250
Front-left CV joint clicking, replaced CV joint and axle with cheap chinese part. 
151600 mi

US $300
Coolant flange was leaking, had it replaced. 
156000 mi

US $200
Both tie rod ends were shot, replaced both myself and then paid Sears for an alignment. 
100440 mi

C $1400
Blew out the clutch learning to drive standard on it. Shop installed a new Valeo single-mass flywheel and clutch for $1400. 
58000 mi

US $450
Rear window won't go down. Needs new regulator. 
64400 mi

US $360
Thermostat found to be faulty. Coolant temp sensor also faulty. 
72000 mi

US $225
Water coming in through drivers door seals. 
83000 mi

US $1350
Cam valve cover gasket was leaking oil. Had gasket and cover replaced. Drivers side rear window would not go down. Had to have entire regulator assembly replaced. CV boots busted, axles were clicking around turns. Had axles/cv replaced. Now car vibrates badly when driving. Motor mount leaking. 
102000 mi

US $600
CV Boot cracked AGAIN, boot unable to be removed from axle, had to replace entire drivers side axle. 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

270-horsepower 4.0L W8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

67000 mi

US $1267
Blown valve cover gasket resulting in oil leak. Replaced several gaskets and seals. 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

80012 mi

US $200
CV boot replacement. Replace CV Boot Rear break pad replacement and service. 80,000 mile service. 
88000 mi

US $1300
Drive axle replaced. $270 Valve cover gaskets replaced. $160 
104000 mi

US $175
Replace drive boot. 
115100 mi

US $125
Replace torn boot. 
119000 mi

US $350
Water pump leaking. This was a replacement water pump that had been changed as part of the timing belt service 18 months earlier. 
122000 mi

US $425
Problem was oil drips hitting exhaust creating smoke in engine compartment that would often enter the cabin. Replaced both valve cover gaskets and one camshaft end plug seal. 
58000 mi

US $450
Alternator failure & serpentine belt replaced. Engine temp sensor failure. 
131874 mi

US $1300
Flex joint connector & exhaust clap replaced oil pan crack. re -welded 
25000 mi

US $800
shock absorbers needed to be replaced 
29500 mi

US $3000
AC replacement, engine bolts replaced due to vibration 
110980 mi

$5000
Working great one day. Dead the next. Wouldn't shift into any gears, dealer called and said it had failed and needs to be removed to detail further. Gutted. 
238080 mi

C $2013
driver window regulator 

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2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD

139000 mi

US $1100
Motor mounts. Other repairs 
115320 mi

C $2400
3 month tune up found issues. Had recommended service completed. Engine gaskets. Catalytic converter. 
122140 mi

C $900
Engine light ended up being MAF and cat and muffler assembly. 
122760 mi

C $1700
engine light on again. reflashed computer and changed maf and hoses/clamps 
123560 mi

C $900
Car hesistates on acceleration. Changed MAF and vaccuum hoses. 
127720 mi

C $900
Tie rod changed on both sides, alignment needed Car shuts down, does not start upon turning key. Take several times. Again, hesitation with acceleration, dealer cannot find the problem as checked vac hoses etc, maf and not faulty. 

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2002.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

62620 mi

$300
Noise from worn control arm bushing 
63240 mi

$150
CV joint boot replacement 
65200 mi

$1000
Exhaust was white/blue smoking which was especially noticed while idling. Finally lost turbo charger boost.Turbo charger had to be replaced. 
73360 mi

$650
The steering although working fine started leaking until I was forced to have work done due to the rapid loss of fluid. Initially the seals on the steering was replaced but eventually the problem was corrected by replacing the steering rack 

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2002.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

120000 mi

US $368
Replace door latch assy 
147400 mi

US $1660
Replace Cam Chain Adjuster, Cam Seals, Timing Belt and Adjusters 
197000 mi

US $800
Driver door window regulator failed. Gaskets replaced because of leaks. 
223000 mi

US $600
Alternator failure. "Alternator Workshop" message on dash and Battery light on. Battery went dead before able to get to dealer (75 miles at night), so had to tow($125) 
239000 mi

US $175
Temperature gauge reading erratic. Replaced ETC sensor. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat

Engine not specified

136000 mi

US $1800
Thought it was the muffler but the catalytic converter on the passenger side of car was making loud sounds and check engine light was on. Car was beginning to make loud sounds. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

129000 mi

US $1000
Heater core failed 
120485 mi

US $144
coolant leak fixed. bad o ring MIL on vacuum leak found and fixed. 
140400 mi

US $334
replaced cv and boot. 
141500 mi

US $500
New fuel pump. 
145400 mi

US $300
Installed new shocks and struts. 
147700 mi

US $280
right CV boot ripped and replaced. Load check done on alternator. 
165000 mi

US $150
Battery died 
167000 mi

US $460
Inner and outer tierods and alignment 
167000 mi

US $1650
Heater core failed. It was changed 3 years ago and the VW dealer said the repair shop used substandard parts and caused an early failure. It needs right side trailing arms and ball joints, rack and pinion is leaking. 
90000 mi

US $203
Broken left front (driver side) coil spring 
93000 mi

US $825
Coolant System malfunction code (P1296), replaced thermostat and Coolant Temp Sensor as part of scheduled timing belt replacement (including water pump and accessory belts). CEL cleared and has not returned. Oxygen sensor code (P0133). Ordered new upstream oxygen sensor and will replace myself. 
109200 mi

US $145
Torn R/F CV boot, discovered during annual state inspection. CV joint was still in good shape, shop R&R'd the boot while I waited. 
110300 mi

US $1050
Frozen rear calipers, replaced both rear calipers with new. Failing left front upper control arms, ball joints, tie rod ends. Replaced all with new. 
115000 mi

US $160
Cracked exhaust flex pipe. Repaired at independent exhaust shop. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

270-horsepower 4.0L W8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

77000 mi

US $125
Check engine light diagnosed as lean fuel in left intake bank. Fuel filter and sensor replaced. Problem solved. 
83000 mi

US $950
Ignition coils (there are 8 in the W8) started intermitent failing. All 8 were replaced. 
86000 mi

US $1655
At highway speed very loud roaring wind noise was coming through A/C vent. Diagnosed as a failed mixer box in the ventilation system. Only fix was to replace evaporator unit under dash. Ouch. 
88000 mi

US $1200
Smell of oil burning on engine block revealed a leaking valve cover gasket. Both sides were replaced as precautionary. 
94000 mi

US $359
Driver's side sun visor housing Homelink experienced a wiring short when moving visor from front position to left position. Short blew a fuse that operated A/C, cruise and all steering wheel buttons. Required a new, expensive sun visor. 
95000 mi

US $1000
Upon brisk acceleration, felt like a gear or axle tooth had chipped or broken. Examination determined 3 of 4 motor mounts were worn with one actually broken causing engine to move - a LOT. 
98000 mi

US $190
Vehicle A/C failed to produce cold air. Repair included replacement of a clogged valve and sealing one leak. System recharged and operating optimally. 
100700 mi

US $600
Left rear of vehicle was lower than the other three points and ride quality degraded. Inspection found a broken shock. Decision was made to replace all 4. 1st delivery was wrong rear shocks. 2nd delivery was correct shocks. All replaced 
103000 mi

US $165
Noticed an odor of hot oil burning after engine was turned off. Shop determined valve cover gasket was leaking. Decision made to replace both valve cover gaskets. 
106000 mi

US $354
Started hearing exhaust getting louder. inspection revealed rusting at end of muffler such that could not be repaired. Decided to replace both rear mufflers with a more tuned system. 
109000 mi

US $679
After a 106,000 mile full brake service including fluid drain/replacement and braided hose replacement, the brake pedal intermittently pulsated at slow brake speed. ABS light engaged followed by Check Engine icon. All 4 actuators replaced. 
110000 mi

US $1300
After previous replacement of ABS accuators at each wheel, ABS problem light again came on. ABS modulator had to be replaced. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

110797 mi

US $745
Alternator and alternator assembly replaced. 
115811 mi

US $250
Replaced rear brake pads, rotors 
122469 mi

US $821
Water pump broken, replaced by shop. Timing belt replaced at same time- preventive measure. 
125000 mi

US $110
wiper fluid motor replaced 
125074 mi

US $832
Replace left exhaust flex pipe, replace l/f axle 
127029 mi

US $1300
Car needed major repairs to pass PA inspection: front brake pads and rotors, left side tie rod, 4 new tires, buff headlights, replace rear left tailight ass'y, etc. 
130000 mi

US $200
Coolant hose had a leak, shop installed replacement hose. 
130000 mi

US $200
Exhaust making loud noise; "check engine light" on. Right front flex pipe was replaced. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

101000 mi

US $1000
Nozzle for the rear window washer replaced. 
106000 mi

US $650
The light bulbs inside the head light assemblies are loose. As a result the entire head light assemblies had to be replaced. 
113000 mi

US $200
Windshield wiper fluid tank leaking. Repaired at a mechanics. Passenger side door handle broke. Ordered parts and fixed. 
134000 mi

US $1200
A coolant leak through the thermostat housing. Besides, the rubber material in a pulley went bad. It stick out of the pulley and worn out the pulley housing, which is unusual. Much of the repair cost was on the pulley and its housing. 
134000 mi

US $200
One oxygen sensor was replaced. 
70000 mi

US $200
ac fan replaced 
89000 mi

US $800
The car was in for a recall notice and also was smelling like burning oil. Was discovered that valve cover gasket is in need of replacement....seems very expensive. $1200 unless my extended warranty still applies... Update: warranty partially covered. 
91000 mi

US $700
Engine reseal which I felt could have been done back when gasket was replaced so they gave me a discount from 1200 to 700 dollars. I paid the whole 700 because my extended warranty is expired. 
95000 mi

US $800
the transmission was found to be leaking because it needed a new prop shaft seal or something on the transmission...it was pretty expensive between the diagnostic and the repair..almost 600 dollars.  
96900 mi

US $1000
cooling system 
100000 mi

US $300
Engine light was coming on and it ended up being a thermostat/some kind of sensor...it was replaced. 
101000 mi

US $760
transmission slipping and interior shifter mechanism loose...they repaired the shifting mechanism but it still feels like the gears are slipping.. 
101000 mi

US $760
the tranmission still sounds funny...a guy who had a VW Passat in the past told me that his did the same thing and it turned out to be an electrical harness or something rather than the actual transmision. I am looking further into this 
80000 mi

US $310
The rubber sleeve on an intake (injection?) had torn, car ran very rough, caused the Engine Light to come on, and stay on. Dealer replaced the part. Car runs fine again. 
82000 mi

US $1350
Timing Belt Replaced. Water Pump Replaced. 2 Belts replaced. Vent on A/C unit fixed. 
90000 mi

US $450
The dash PRND432 light came on and stayed on all the time no matter what gear car was in. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

76841 mi

US $895
New brake booster, vacuum pump, brake line, pressure sensor; brake lines bled; lower brake bulbs replaced; ignition coils (4) replaced under recall  
82000 mi

US $300
Leaky coolant flange replaced (299.85+tax) 
85000 mi

US $230
Little to no heat. Shop flushed heater core. Problem fixed. 
103000 mi

US $130
Coolant leak. Diagnosed as problem with coolant tank and/or cap. Coolant tank and cap replaced. 
118000 mi

US $2624
Rear cylinder head coolant flange replaced Camshaft chain tensioner gasket set replaced. Exhaust downpipe, gasket, and clamp replaced due to a leak. Right outer CV boot replaced. Right and left motor mounts replaced (broken and leaking hydraulic fluid) Serpentine belts replaced (badly cracked) 
69440 mi

C $6000
The warning lights came on, I called the dealer they told me, that it was a sensor, to drive it anyway. Drove another 100 kms, more warning lights, called dealer - same. Car stopped engine gone, dealer said never said that, bill $6000. HATE< HATE THEM 
86000 mi

US $250
Replaced all braided cloth vaccuum lines and Evap System purge valve due to VAG codes:16795 - Secondary Air Injection System: Incorrect Flow Detected 16840 - EVAP System: Very Small Leak Detected P0456 - 002 - Lower Limit Exceeded - Intermittent Both outer CV boots cracked and leaking grease. Had both boots replaced with OEM parts by an independent mechanic. 
98000 mi

US $365
Flexible exhaust pipe broke, between cat and mufflers, causing extremely loud exhaust. Independent mechanic replaced pipe. 
114000 mi

US $3500
Engine seized due to low oil pressure as a result of sludge build-up. Complete engine replacement was necessary. Replaced with a used engine. 
116600 mi

US $300
Starter replaced 
43000 mi

US $100
Hose was replaced to get rid of check engine light and to pass smog test. 
52000 mi

US $350
Refilled freon for the AC. 
91000 mi

US $2500
Transmission had to be rebuilt. 
91000 mi

US $350
Transmission had to be fixed again after it was not fixed properly the first time. 
94000 mi

US $1050
Both CV boots/axels were replaced - ripped boots caused loss of grease. 
86500 mi

US $350
Passenger-front window regulator replaced 
95000 mi

US $450
Driver-front axle replaced 
90000 mi

US $1800
Replaced timing belt, fluids, water pump, tensioner, etc 
102500 mi

US $350
Driver-front window regulator replaced 
57478 mi

C $165
Check engine light flashing and car vibrating badly - diagnostic turned up faulty ignition coil (#1) - replaced 
62546 mi

C $424
Replaced coolant temp. sensor (due to check engine light); replaced secondary air hose (leaked) 
77133 mi

C $358
signals ticking when not activated (first noticed in Dec 09 with no action at that time). Suspected Signal light switch and replaced it. (Saved old part) Appears to have solved the problem. 
79756 mi

C $414
EPC light and MIL on, vehicle stopped and wouldn't restart (in left turn lane on busy road!) Engine speed sensor out of spec and replaced. Haven't had same problem again (as of Jan 2011) 
90978 mi

C $1063
Left and right CV axle shaft assemblies were replaced. Cooling hose flange and seals replaced, expansion tank replaced  Cooling hose flange and seals replaced, expansion tank replaced. Left and right CV axle shaft assemblies were replaced. 
110720 mi

C $137
Diagnosis and repair - brake light on. Wire on right front brake pad rubbed through, left was also rubbing, both were repaired. 
122020 mi

C $637
Brake, ABS and Traction lights all came on, flashing or steady, sporadically. Went for diagnosis - brake inspection done (and reg.maint.) and pads, calipers replaced, rotors refinished and fluid topped - next evening lights came back on. 
136400 mi

C $262
Driver's side window regulator broke and window fell inside the door ABS Control Module still needs to be replaced There's a minor leak somewhere in the exhaust system (can smell it but did not bother to investigate yet). 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

62000 mi

US $200
Vacuum leak 
65000 mi

US $1500
CV boots 
67000 mi

US $170
Flex pipe exhaust leak 
67000 mi

US $296
Replaced passenger outer CV boot - broken 
69500 mi

US $1197
Replace N-80 valve. Replaced engine temperature sensor. Replaced broken CV boot. Check engine lamp - Replaced evap canister and N-80 valve, performed throttle body service, induction service, replaced engine coolant temp sensor, set readiness codes. 
78500 mi

US $975
Replace driver's side outer CV Boot, Replace valve cover gasket, replace vacuum hoses 
64000 mi

US $500
thermostat. Also changed many maintenance items associated with timing belt change. CV joint (new axle installed).  
72300 mi

US $300
Left front axle 
72300 mi

US $1000
replaced secondary air intake system including pump, valve, hoses 
75500 mi

US $1000
Cam Tensioner was replaced. 
75000 mi

US $1000
replaced catalytic converter. probably caused by mechanic who overfilled oil. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

95000 mi

US $1200
Faulty ABS sensor 
67668 mi

US $1350
all oil leaked out of engine during extreme cold. after 45 min of driving, stop error came on and there was zero oil in engine and it was all over the front of it. It was negative 20 degrees in chicago. Camshaft seal, valvecover gasket, oil line, and pump 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

137000 mi

US $2560
Car engine light came on at 136500 miles. Car then began shuddering and losing the ability to climb inclines. Mechanic replaced spark plugs and coilpacks to make it driveable. Next job will be cat convertors for $2100. 
71000 mi

US $200
Transmission was discovered to be burned out. Discovered leak in A/C compressor. 
71000 mi

US $175
Corroded exhaust flex pipe. Rebuilt transmission went back into limp mode. Transmission is okay. Unclear whether the problem is the electronic TCM or the connections to it: the TCM checked out okay, the connections were already repaired and checked twice. Rainwater still leaking into car. Replaced windshield cowl. 
76200 mi

US $1500
Bad sway bar end links replaced. Car sounded like a pirate ship before repair. Leaking transmission seal Front control arms going bad. All 4. Engine mounts failing. Broken light in passenger sun visor. Needs to be replaced to fix. Valve cover gasket leaking oil onto exhaust manifold. Cracked coolant bottle. Will need to be replaced once it is leaking. 
77000 mi

US $1200
Alternator failed which also killed the battery. Alternator repair requires the car being put in service position which is very expensive for labor. 
93000 mi

US $1700
Intermittent engine temp. Bad sensor, thermostat, leaking water pump. 
95000 mi

US $450
Out of alignment and needed frozen tie rod replaced. 
65000 mi

US $210
Replaced worn Rt side front wheel bearing. 
80000 mi

US $600
Inner and outer tie rods replaced. 
88000 mi

US $120
Engine Speed Sender (Sporadic), Removed and replaced. 
96000 mi

US $2220
R&R'd Springs, shocks, control arms, and tranny and motor mounts. 
106000 mi

US $100
Cam caps were leaking oil. R&R'd cam caps. 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD

124000 mi

US $1800
Failed compressor 

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2002 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD

78000 mi

US $377
Replaced CV Boots; also timing belt Under certain driving conditions the automatic trransmission will "bang" down into a lower gear vs shifting down. 
98000 mi

US $220
3 vacuum hoses needed to be replaced 
98000 mi

US $1000
brought car in for driver's window which stopped working and a **stop brake indicator light that came on when making right turns; technician determined that rotors and pads were worn and needed replacement 
101000 mi

US $388
replaced valve cover gasket as the engine had an oil leak 
107000 mi

US $720
oil leak, replaced several gaskets 
108000 mi

US $350
persistent oil leak on engine 

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2001.5 Volkswagen Passat

Engine not specified

127000 mi

US $525
recharged AC rear passenger door jammed CV joint replaced 
132000 mi

US $1000
Steering rack was leaking hydraulic fluid 
201000 mi

US $2000
check engine light on 

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2001.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

83000 mi

US $230
CV boot cracked - was replaced 
87000 mi

US $500
PCV breather, vacuum line to brake booster, mass air flow sensor. Result: check engine light off - acrid smell enters the cabin when car stops at stops signs, red lights and destination 
115748 mi

US $629
Thermostat replaced and heater core flushed Replaced thermostat, flushed heater core 
135300 mi

US $350
Crank sensor 
137200 mi

US $1800
cv boot, front axle,  cooling leak, oil leak,  alloy wheels needed grinding, seat mechanisms (front) needed to be fixed, rear hatch latch, front hood strut, front brakes (maintenance) 
141200 mi

US $1500
abs computer needed to be rebuilt Heater core might need to be replaced - but first, it is filled with oxyclean for the summer to try and flush out corrosion. Then in September we will see if it works or has to be replaced. air conditioning belt was tightened 
154000 mi

US $680
tie rods replaced 
165000 mi

US $933
camshaft adjuster 
165000 mi

US $900
alternator went out a weak after replacing the camshaft adjuster the right front tie rod end (defective from last year) had to be replaced. 
94200 mi

US $1200
Replaced Camshaft Chain Tensioner, as well as gasket. Replaced front axle. 
97000 mi

US $140
Alternator going bad- car has trouble starting- replaced alternator 
80000 mi

US $170
Water leaking into interior from sunroof plumbing. Likely caused by poor work done during a trip to the body shop several years ago. At least that's what the VW dealer is saying. 
106000 mi

US $2300
Rear passenger power lock not working. Broken wires in door frame. Not an interior problem. Hood strut gave up, so was replaced. Front brake lines cracked and leaking. Replaced. New valve cover and cam chain tensioner gaskets. Axle service for both front axels, and new CV boots. Dipstick was replaced, as it broke. How does a dipstick break? I was just checking the oil one day, and the handle snapped off. That is goofy. The dipstick tube also has a leak and needs to be replaced, but that didn't happen this trip. 

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2001.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

106000 mi

US $4000
Needed new clutch, timing chain, and an oil leak had developed on the rear side of the motor which cost about $1800 to repair. Total cost of repair bill was over $4000 at 106,000 miles 

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2001.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

18597 mi

C $172
Shift knob cracked - replaced. Wheel alignment performed. 
29066 mi

C $416
DOT Inspection. White dust still there on the carpet - they claim it is salt, but it is only coming from the vents under the driver's seat ... and lots of it! Replaced rear discs/rotors. 
32559 mi

C $152
Oil leaks on the right side - removed and installed camshaft adjuster and camshaft ($0, in warranty). Also 48,000 km / 36 months service. 
56312 mi

C $3565
Oil leak - replaced gasket sets and camshaft adjuster seals. Realignment (slid into a ditch after avoiding crash on ice). New rim (bent). Replaced deffective ECT sensor. Also Type 3 maintenance. Replaced timing belt and tensioner. 
71582 mi

C $1065
Type 2 maintenance + driver power window not working (faulty lifter replaced). Replaced left and right outer CV boots due. 
83099 mi

C $1311
Hazard switch clicking randomly while driving (replaced). Coolant flushed, pollen filter replaced, licence plate lights replaced, fan belts replaced. Rear pads and rotors. Brake fluid flushed. Checked burning smell (nothing found). 
86326 mi

C $378
136,000km service. Burning smell still reported (replaced vacuum hose but did not help). Engine light - possibly oxygen sensors (reset only). 
92969 mi

C $987
Front and rear brake replacement. ASR light comes on highway off ramps only (dry pavement) - found to be caused by one front tire (of 4 brand new ones) being smaller than the other 3. Oil change. Smell still present. Oxygen sensors needed. 
94234 mi

C $439
Turn signal switch ticking again. This time this is a switch under the drivers steering wheel air bag... very expensive to fix. 
97035 mi

C $197
Replacing both oxygen sensors and air filter. Engine light day after car was repaired. Replaced purge valve and clip. 
100524 mi

C $1504
Slurping noise during acceleration after cold start. Water pump, thermostat and housing needed to be replaced. While we are at it, timing belt was replaced, too. This finally fixed the burning smell. So what for did I pay before for years? 
105607 mi

C $1378
Engine light... again. They stated that catalytic converters needed to be replaced. Next-day exhaust test proved that cats were just fine. Oil was leaking again... replaced both side valve cover gaskets and chain tensioner gaskets. 
142540 mi

C $600
Exhaust: flex pipe and rear catalytic converters. Exhaust leak fixed, but sporadic engine light because nearly constant. 
110980 mi

C $350
Cv joint replaced 
146940 mi

C $367
Engine light on for catalytic converter. 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

128000 mi

US $2200
Replaced all suspension parts, windshield, egr 
132980 mi

C $650
Replaced control arm 
151900 mi

C $2600
replaced heater core, no heat coming into passenger cabin. replaced cam seals. Engine was leaking oil onto the engine block causing terrible burning oil odor and fumes 
136480 mi

C $550
replaced both sides front tie rods. Drivers had to be replaced. Passenger was good for 50k more only. 
170500 mi

C $1300
replaces all pads, rotors and 3 of 4 calipers 
158660 mi

C $750
abs system 
122500 mi

US $1400
Front brake lines were rotting and needed replacement 
125000 mi

US $200
CV boot was torn Tie-rod end was worn and needed replacement 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

70000 mi

US $1600
Thermostat failing. Also replaced timing belt, water pump, tensioner. 
73000 mi

US $350
Grinding in transmission. Drained transmission fluid and found metal. Diagnosed probably failing. Play in ball joints. Wheel bearing going bad. PCV system clogged. 
75000 mi

US $700
PCV system clogged. Cleaned part and replaced part. 
80000 mi

US $850
Control arm bushing worn. Replace. Air not too cold. Fluid low. Topped up and monitor for leak. 
91000 mi

US $120
Replace vacuum hose on secondary air pump 
95000 mi

US $627
Oil cooler seal leak. Brake lines cracked. Outer CV boot torn. 
111000 mi

US $280
Flex joint damaged. Replaced. 
115940 mi

$1000
Bad engine 
57000 mi

US $1600
A/C failed 

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2001 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

75000 mi

US $2147
Oil smell caused by oil leak - cam plugs on back of cylinder head leaking oil onto exhaust. Valve cover gaskets and tensioner seals. Plus Preventive replacement of timing belt and coolant system flush. 
78000 mi

US $250
Air conditioning stalls on start up - have to turn it totally off and restart it to make it work. Told we had to replace 2 motor mount gaskets and alternator belt plus new fresh air sensor Dead battery. Replaced after 3 years. 
81000 mi

US $275
Had it in to replace a headlight, turns out the entire housing had to be replaced as well because the seal melted - supposedly due to Texas heat. Replaced both. It's kept in a garage so material defects are a better explanation. Also dealer wanted to replace the front control arm lubrication bushings due to deterioration for a mere $1300. We passed on that. 
91000 mi

US $2000
Leaking transmission fluid and bushings resulted in mis-alignment of tie rods which pulled the tires inward. Had to replace tires as well as a result (not included in the total cost) Total including tires, oil change, etc was $2,500 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat

Engine not specified

63000 mi

US $1000
Replace ABS controller. Technically this is the Brakes system, but I believe it is a computer or computer service. 
178000 mi

US $3400
Pump in trans went and blew seal, along with computer. That's what they told me. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

135000 mi

US $2150
Oil pressure light came on while driving. Pulled off the road, the light went out. Did this 3 times. 3rd time, display said 'STOP!'. Called tow truck totake to dealer. They replaced the oil pump and pressure switch. Also, while there, changed trans fluid 
161000 mi

US $200
Passenger side front wheel bearing was replaced. It had been howling for a few months, but was getting worse in the last few days. ABS Module error. Removed module and sent out for repair. Will install in September. 
180000 mi

US $220
Blower quit working for A/C, took to the shop, was diagnosed as faulty fan switch. Ordered parts, took back to shop for installation. 
212000 mi

US $140
Passenger side front window regulator failed. Replaced item. 1 day. 
75000 mi

US $1000
Exhaust, vacuum hoses 
US $1000 ECU failure, but car had been "chipped" many years ago. Sold car to shop after excessive cost of new ECU considered 
153140 mi

$5000
BRAKE, BEARING AND ELECTRICAL FAULTS 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

104000 mi

US $1200
CV joint;  Front suspension arm. 
108000 mi

US $1000
Oil leaks were beginning to increase -- so replaced top engine oil seal gasket and oil pan gasket. Also replaced a ruptured breather tube and the cam adjuster seal.  Hood release latch was also found to be worn and was replaced. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

107880 mi

C $200
Failed emission control evap. system purge valve 
110980 mi

C $1327
Exhaust system: flexible joints between exhaust manifold and catalytic converter had failed. 2.8 V6 camshaft adjuster seal leaking on right cylinder bank and dripping oil on exhaust manifold. Bad seal replaced. 
117180 mi

C $1400
Blown engine valley pan gasket and camshaft tensioner seal due to clogged PCV hose. Both front sway bar links worn out -- replaced.  Front brake flexible lines out to wheels were cracked -- replaced. 
126480 mi

C $900
ABS electronic control unit failed and was replaced. 
146100 mi

C $2500
Seized left rear brake caliper and parking brake cable. Both rear calipers and parking brake cables replaced. Leaking camshaft adjuster seal and valve cover gaskets causing oil contamination of engine external components and burnt oil fumes entering the cabin. Replaced camshaft adjuster seal and valve cover gaskets. 
161820 mi

C $550
Failed secondary air injection pump was replaced. 
178420 mi

C $250
ECU was reprogrammed to prevent spurious catalytic converter fault codes. 
181660 mi

C $135
Replaced failed cooling system thermostat. Crankshaft front oil seal failed, causing catastrophic loss of oil. Accessory belt tensioner bearing noise was excessive. Imminent failure expected. Turn signal assembly retention clip broke, causing turn signal assembly to fall out. Replaced turn signal assembly. Gas-filled strut to hold hood open failed in cold weather. Replaced the strut. 
183520 mi

C $1200
Upon attempting wheel alignment, all front control arm bushings and tie rod ends were found to be worn out. All control arms, tie rod ends and stabilizer links replaced. 
183520 mi

C $705
Rear axle bushings worn out, making alignment impossible. Replaced rear axle lower bushings and did four-wheel alignment. 
184020 mi

C $685
Exhaust manifold flex joints were broken. Both flex joints replaced. Front motor mount broke. Motor mount replaced. 
192820 mi

C $530
Failed oxygen sensor 
193440 mi

C $482
Replaced leaking valve cover gasket. 
194680 mi

C $305
Leaking differential seal replaced. 
196540 mi

C $492
Flushed cooling system to restore cabin heat. Replaced right camshaft adjuster seal. 
184460 mi

C $792
Replaced all PCV components due to plugged PCV valves and aging hoses. 
119700 mi

US $333
replace belt tensioner 
123300 mi

US $440
remote coolant hoses replaced 
130500 mi

US $1200
ABS Control unit replaced. NJ re-inspection. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD

138880 mi

C $3125
springs replaced transmission synchros replaced 
143220 mi

C $1500
Parking brake failed on hill.  Shaking and rattling in engine compartment. Main engine mount replaced. Rough ride. Shocks and springs replaced. 
147560 mi

C $1200
CV joints replaced. 
155620 mi

C $3000
had to replace all 4 catalytic converters and entire exhaust assembly 
160580 mi

C $380
Wiper motor had to be replaced. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

110000 mi

US $693
Clogged O Tube Mass Airflow Sensor -idling high and engine light turned on day after ac repair. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

114000 mi

US $150
Replaced Mass air flow sensor (MAFS). Was giving faulty reading causing lean fuel trim and pinging. Problem fixed by replacing faulty MAFS. 
121000 mi

US $177
The Bosch ABS module developed a problem indicated by warning lights and error codes. I removed the module and sent it out to http://www.modulemaster.com for repair. Car driveable without module. Received repaired module back after 1 week and reinstalled. 
124000 mi

US $320
Tie-rod end. 
137800 mi

US $250
Replaced PCV and turbo vacuum tubing to address drivability issues. Also replaced a single failing ignition coil pack, a common problem with these cars. 
137000 mi

US $400
AC wasn't working. Repaired successfully. 
138000 mi

US $1100
New CV joint Exhaust flex pipe needed replacing A relay needed replacement 
140000 mi

US $450
Frozen caliper replaced 
96000 mi

US $1200
Leaking valve gaskets. Had to be towed as the engine lights went on and smoke started coming from the hood. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD

59000 mi

US $1400
Clutch related. Car died. Has had clutch problems before. Manual 5 speed. 
63000 mi

US $600
Starter died. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

92000 mi

US $3000
Carbon build up in the engine. Unsuccessful repair, sold car. 

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2000 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

137000 mi

US $2500
Exhaust system rusted through. Oxygen sensor rusted through. 
88000 mi

US $750
ABS System failure 
106000 mi

US $1000
Check engine light on. 

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1999 Volkswagen Passat

Engine not specified

195000 mi

US $1500
broken control arm 
141000 mi

US $1600
throttle body and fuel injector failure 
125000 mi

US $1800
Replaced tie rod ends and other front suspension parts that were causing the front end to feel loose and vibrate on the highway 
146500 mi

US $260
Oil cooler pipe leak 
151000 mi

US $1000
Oil leak, replace head gasket replace tie rod end & ball joint replace washer tank 

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1999 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD

89000 mi

US $1200
Broken CV joint. 

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1999 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

6-cylinder manual 2WD

126000 mi

US $2400
Coolant leak Valve cover gasket leaked Hood latch inop Windshield wiper motor intermittent. Needed replacement. Drain plug removed in the accessory section at rear of engine compartment. It would flood and not drain.  
155000 mi

C $3136
Installed a control arm kit, replaced the passenger's side axle,replaced tie rods and replaced front wheel bearings by an independent shop. 

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1999 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

99000 mi

US $700
Installed new control arm. Installed new sway bar bushings. 
101000 mi

US $300
Engine would turn over but not start. After many attempts, engine started. Drove to mechanic. Found bad ignition switch. Switch replaced. 
105000 mi

US $118
ABS warning light on with audible alarm, brake light/oil pressure light flashing, braking characteristics different. Numerous reports of same problem on VWVortex pointing to Electronic Brake Control Module. Removed module, sent for rebuild. Electronic Brake Control Module was recieved after rebuild and installed. Repair successful! 
109200 mi

US $600
Parts installed Parts replaced 
114000 mi

US $1550
Car running cold. Suspected a failed thermostat in open position. Tech confirmed bad thermostat. Replaced thermostat. Front suspension made clunking noise going over bumps. Tech found tie rods worn. Replaced tie rods and did 4 wheel alignment. 
115000 mi

US $541
Oil leaking from PCV breather hose. Tech found breather hose clogged. Replaced 2 PCV breather hoses, PCV suction pump, PCV check valve, PCV gasket and about 9 feet of brittle vacuum lines. On previous visit, tech noticed engine motor mount worn/ leaking hydraulic fluid. Replaced motor mounts. 
119000 mi

US $1574
Left and right cam plugs leaking oil. Replaced cam plugs.  Also replaced orig front and rear shocks/struts and strut mounts. 
86000 mi

US $950
Changed front upper arms shocks etc Changed water pump 

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