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2005 Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (5%)

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2005 Volkswagen Passat repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (34%)

< $100 (28%)

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Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2015
Jan 2012 US $2500	replace valves

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 52000 mi US $800	headgasket ac module

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Volkswagen Passat in Utah, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2012
Jun 2011 85000 mi US $545	Brake Light came on - oil shop said "pads looked great" 1 month later, turbo shut down and car was riding rough. REAL VW Mechanic said front pads needed replacement, all spark plugs and 1 coil. Car running excellent again!
Aug 2011 85000 mi US $350	Car was idling very rough - almost dying at stop lights. Computer reading showed 14 malfunctions - mechanic THOUGHT major engine problem - started to disasemble but then found a small valve installed backwards - replaced & it worked!

Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2009 52000 mi US $700	Replaced passenger side axle shaft due to defect CV. Total cost 691.23
May 2009 52000 mi US $290	Replace CV joint boot---torn. Two days later noise --- clunking. Now the Trans-Axle needs work add another $600
Mar 2010 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)
May 2010 62000 mi US $900	Boot replaced/constant velocity joint repaired/replaced on drivers side. The passenger side had same problem last year.

Volkswagen Passat in Kentucky, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2015
Jan 2013	Seat heater burned a hole through driver's seat. Heater element, seat padding, and seat cover replaced.
May 2013 122600 mi	Thermostat replaced
Oct 2013 124200 mi	Coolant flange was leaking--replaced flange.
Jun 2014 129000 mi US $5	Windshield washer fluid sensor failed.
Jul 2014 129200 mi	Driver's side outer CV boot was torn, replaced with reman. VW unit.
Feb 2015 133000 mi US $80	Left and right motor mounts, front snub mount replaced.
Apr 2015 134500 mi US $10	Misfire on cylinder one--coilpack replaced. Fuel door release switch failed--replaced with new part.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2008 - Aug 2011
Jul 2009 39000 mi	Rattle in dash
Dec 2009 42000 mi	Torn CV boot
Dec 2010 52000 mi US $250	Torn CV Boot replaced

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009 70000 mi	Outer CV boots, front.

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Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2011
Jan 2011 110000 mi US $650	replaced both front axles belly pan replaced with used pan replaced both front axles
Apr 2011 115000 mi US $460	AC not blowing cold, garage had me recharge. Still not blowing cold and garage replaced a relay on second visit.
Sep 2011 130000 mi US $456	Mass airflow sensor

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Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2014
Apr 2010 58000 mi US $700	Fuel pump stopped working. Had to replace it.
May 2012 91200 mi US $1400	Replaced timing and serpentine belts, leaking valve-cover gasket.
Aug 2012 96000 mi US $340	Replaced torn left front CV joint boot
Dec 2012 101000 mi US $375	Leak in left rear brake assembly, replaced assembly.
Dec 2013 118000 mi US $420	exhaust downpipe rusted through at flexible elbow. replaced it.

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Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2016
Jul 2009 35000 mi	Ceramic glow plugs replaced with steel plugs. ECM reflashed with updates.
Mar 2010 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.
Aug 2011 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Mar 2010 - Oct 2012
Jul 2010 108500 mi C $154	Checked for leak and refilled Air Conditioner gas
Sep 2010 111600 mi C $3500	Replaced chain driven balance shaft with gear driven one
Jul 2011 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.
Jun 2012 133920 mi C $300	Boots were ripped
Oct 2012 C $150	Window washer motor replaced

Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2008 - Dec 2016
Jun 2008 34875 mi C $46	Turbo boost hose became loose and had to be re-attached. reconnect loosened turbo boost hose. Would have been covered under warrantee but went to local GURU to avoid the hassle.
Jul 2009 47120 mi C $500	ceramic glow plug defect. Self diagnose and paid out of pocket. VW recall notice issued in August. Seeking for reimbursement.
Sep 2009 48360 mi	Factory engineered defect in chain driven balance shaft/oil pump module. Noise and vibrations increase. Replaced with factory gear drive part under warranty. I feel for those w/o warranty = $3000 USD repair. VWoA not officially awknowledging the issue
Oct 2010 60440 mi C $350	Drivers door lock module failed requiring replacement
Nov 2010 61380 mi C $450	Replaced drivers door lock module. Independent shop performed Water Ingress preventative TSB. Leaking window washer fluid pump. Self diagnosed, ordered and repaired part myself.
Dec 2013 83700 mi C $495	Cv boots replaced
Jul 2014 86580 mi C $275	Replaced thermostat, original was stuck open, perhaps for years.
Nov 2016 102920 mi C $850	leaking thermostat (again) causing low coolant vacuum pump leaking valve cover gasket leaking all original brakes need replacement (another $550) tie rods beginning to show wear Coolant low. Unknown coolant consumption. Vacuum pump seal worn. Re&Re performed. Oil leak from valve cover gasket. Gasket replaced. $600 of total.

Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada Aug 2012 - Jul 2022
Apr 2018 159340 mi C $35	passenger headlight does not last like the other or other cars I have had. Items must be removed before the light can be changed. Not difficult just takes time.
Dec 2020 189 mi C $1900	Replace turbo

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States May 2017 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017 270000 mi US $2800	Replaced original shock absorbers (which had lasted nearly 12 years and over 250000 miles!) with Koni Orange shock absorbers. Also replaced front springs because they looked like they make crack soon. Replaced 12 year old tandem pump which was leaking very little oil but leaving stains on the driveway. Replaced two coolant hoses which looked weak and about to fail.
Jan 2018 273000 mi US $993	Replace front control arms
Apr 2018 274500 mi US $466	Oil leak from rear of valve cover. Replaced valve cover.
May 2018 274500 mi US $1100	Replaced condenser and radiator fan

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Dec 2014
Sep 2012 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.
Oct 2012 133920 mi C $293	CV Driveshaft (passenger side) replaced
Feb 2013 137368 mi C $85	washer pump leaking and was replaced
Mar 2013 139500 mi C $249	CV Driveshaft - driver side replaced
Aug 2013 142498 mi C $469	Alternator replaced with a quality re-built unit.
Nov 2013 146424 mi C $137	Coolant reservoir return line replaced
Apr 2014 152356 mi C $612	Turbo issues...no turbo. Mass airflow sensor replaced, and air filter clogged, was also replaced.
May 2014 152560 mi C $368	Turbo issues. Solenoid replaced. Vacuum lines checked.
Jul 2014 155605 mi C $316	Suspension work: rear control arm replaced (with ball joint)
Aug 2014 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
Oct 2014 161200 mi	Issues with transmission: Slipping in reverse and between gear 4-5 when car driven in traffic and/or highway for extended period of time (>1 hr). Assessment of transmission re-build $3000 by German transmission specialist. Repair not done

Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States May 2009 - Jul 2015
Dec 2009 103000 mi US $1200	Heater core blocked and needed replacement.
Jun 2012 158000 mi US $380	Sticky left front brake caliper caused noise, steering vibration
Feb 2013 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.
May 2014 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
Dec 2014 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.
Mar 2015 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Jul 2009 - May 2016
Jun 2009 87754 mi C $65	Replaced Freewheel Clutch pulley for alternator. Had gotten Electrical Fault alarm & MIL indicator, battery was no longer charging.
Feb 2010 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.
Dec 2011 145080 mi C $100	Windshield washer pump leaking
Jan 2012 146320 mi C $100	Windshield wiper fluid pump leaking had to be replaced
Mar 2012 148800 mi	Air conditioner does not come on despite fan working. Likely electrical and many hours to trace wiring problem. Abandoned repair. Repair shop could not diagnose problem, Research on TDI site led to dx of circuit board problem- cleaned and resoldered and works fine.
Apr 2013 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.
Jun 2013 176700 mi C $10	Central door locks, windows, etc not working. Replaced a bad fuse eventually but the rear tail gate door is still not working manually or electronically- cannot open it.
Jul 2014 199100 mi	Rust front fenders, quarter side panels and trunk. VW will cover only fenders and one quarter panel
May 2015 213900 mi C $3000	Failure of torque converter

Volkswagen Passat in New Brunswick, Canada Mar 2014 - Dec 2017
Jul 2014 172220 mi C $300	Renewed control arms, passengers side.
May 2015 187240 mi C $700	I replaced shocks (4) and strut bearings
Sep 2015 192820 mi C $150	Turbo hose needed replacing.
Dec 2015 192820 mi C $1400	Dmf was rattling and clutch was slipping. replaced with smf and new clutch.
Sep 2016 204600 mi C $1000	Rebuilt front suspension
Oct 2016 205840 mi C $250	Had to replace lower turbo hose.
Jul 2017 213280 mi C $688	noisy suspension. replaced 2 upper control arms, and link kit.
Oct 2017 215760 mi C $878	cooling system repairs. replaced water pump and rear head cooling flange, added new coolant.

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Sep 2014 - Jan 2018
Dec 2014 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.
Apr 2015 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.
Jan 2018 151000 mi US $560	EGR cooler failed. Putting coolant into combustion path. Tell tale white smoke like head gasket blown. Camshaft position sensor failed.

Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2018
Jul 2013 137000 mi US $1000	Replace transmission still under warranty.

Volkswagen Passat in Nova Scotia, Canada Aug 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 110360 mi C $1600	Removed balance shaft assembly Oil filter / change

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada May 2016 - Apr 2018
Dec 2016 210800 mi C $805	Left front cv joint and wheel bearing
Feb 2017 212040 mi C $20	#1 cylinder glow plug
Apr 2017 212660 mi C $60	Valve cover gasket Repaired and painted front bottom fender rust and door trim rust.

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Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2010 - Mar 2012
May 2010 108000 mi US $880	Replaced ignition coil and purge valve Replaced coil pack and purge valve. Had to rent car for 5 days while part was delivered.
Apr 2011 124000 mi US $330	CV boot failed - front left half shaft replaced Both headlights failed

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Volkswagen Passat in Nebraska, United States Jun 2015 - Oct 2015
Aug 2015 122400 mi	Fuel tank replaced due to 2008 recall (NHTSA Reference #08V156000). The valve mentioned in the recall passed inspection in 2008 and later failed. Having VW cover it took a few calls, but they covered it in the end. Leaky seal. Valve cover gasket leak.
Oct 2015 126000 mi	Valve cover gasket leak

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Apr 2008 - Aug 2011
Feb 2009 52000 mi US $530	Bad fuel pump.
Dec 2010 93000 mi US $2500	Motor Mounts

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Mar 2008 - Jun 2011
Apr 2008 23000 mi	Roof trim would not stay in place, dlr replaced trim pcs, OK for now. This is the second time these were replaced, first was upon vehicle delivery.

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Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Oct 2010 - Jan 2014
Aug 2013 181100 mi	replaced axle

Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Jan 2010 - May 2014
Feb 2010 54560 mi C $625	cv joints replaced cracked boot
Jun 2010 57660 mi	compressor crapped out would coat 1900 to repair decide to not to fix
Mar 2013 76260 mi C $300	replaced valve cover gasket and spark plugs
Oct 2013 80980 mi C $500	Replaced booth CV joints because one side was cracked
Dec 2013 86180 mi C $101	coil pack
Feb 2014 87280 mi C $101	coil pack another one failed

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Oct 2011 - Mar 2018
Nov 2011 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.
Nov 2012 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.
Dec 2012 58000 mi US $280	Check Engine Light went on. Code said cooling system performance. Problem was bad sensor. The shop replaced.
Apr 2013 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.
Feb 2014 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.
Sep 2014 67000 mi US $3000	Boot was cracked; drive shaft needed to be replaced
Nov 2014 67700 mi	Seat warmer, set to 3 and on for approximately 10 minutes, burned a hole through the seat, burning my leg. Wires were exposed and hot, seat cover was smoking.
Jun 2015 72000 mi US $1500	One CV joint/boot was cracked and needed repair. Also voluntarily got new headlights. Oil was changed as well.
Apr 2017 81174 mi US $1260	Secondary air motor needed replacing. Bearings were going, very loud on cold starts.
Oct 2017 85000 mi US $650	Air mass sensor went out(?) Needed replaced, check engine light had come on.

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
Feb 2016 113700 mi US $800	Don't remember exactly Heater core out again

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Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Oct 2009 42527 mi US $472	ENGINE OIL & FILTER CHANGE ($67.) REPLACE FAILED LF PWR WINDOW REGULATOR ($390.)

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Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada Jun 2008 - Jun 2011
Aug 2008 49600 mi	Engine light came on. #4 glow plug.
Mar 2010 70060 mi	Timing belt. Returned to change idler pulley bolt. Should have been done when the timing belt was done.

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2011
Jun 2008 50000 mi US $550	A/C switch only worked sometimes.

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Nov 2007 - Jan 2011
Jan 2007 30000 mi	brake light switch under brake pedal
Jul 2010 100000 mi US $2262	CV Joints worn, boots cracked, oil escaped, water/dirt entered. water pump replaced

Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada Mar 2008 - Jun 2017
Aug 2008 99200 mi C $500	Front ball joints.
Sep 2008 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.
Oct 2008 101060 mi C $500	Replacement of previously diagnosed worn CV joint and boot.
Nov 2008 101680 mi C $75	No. 1 cylinder glow plug had failed as verified by VAG-COM scan done at home. Glow plug replaced, repair successful.
Apr 2009 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.
Aug 2009 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.
May 2010 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.
Jun 2011 136400 mi C $760	Intercooler hose leaking. Replaced.
Nov 2011 141360 mi C $280	Replaced outer CV joint and CV joint boot.
Dec 2011 142600 mi	Replaced rusting front fenders and trunk lid, repaired rusting left rear quarter panel.
Oct 2012 152920 mi	Power steering leak Rust perforation on passenger door within warranty period (12 years). The body shop manager evaluated it and sent in a claim to VW, we are still awaiting VW's verdict.
Apr 2013 157580 mi	Rust perforation on two front doors. Doors replaced and repainted under VW corrosion warranty.
Mar 2014 165540 mi	Slightly leaking power steering hose Door lock seized. Using remote to enter car.
Jul 2014 167480 mi C $480	Slow loss of power steering fluid. Replaced power steering pump and hose.
Nov 2014 171120 mi C $216	Engine fan belt damaged. Charged 3 hours labour, the entire front of the car has to come apart for access!!!
Feb 2015 171740 mi	Multiple areas of rust perforation: rear doors, rear quarter panels, trunk lid. Took to dealer mandated bodyshop for evaluation under the VW corrosion perforation warranty. Note: should be an option "estimate only" in what done dropdown.
Apr 2015 171840 mi C $40	Rust repairs, partially under VW 12-year corrosion warranty.
Jul 2015 172560 mi C $50	Exhaust system heat shield had come loose and was rattling.
Dec 2015 176700 mi C $200	CV joint boots torn and repaired.
Apr 2016 178660 mi C $400	Left outer CV joint replaced. Also welded exhaust joint

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Nov 2010 - Oct 2013
Jan 2011 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.
Oct 2011 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 $
Jan 2013 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.
Oct 2013 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

Volkswagen Passat in Nebraska, United States Sep 2011 - Jan 2022
Oct 2012 95500 mi	CV boots replaced. Air Conditioning Replacement
Sep 2013 99000 mi	Timing belt was replaced as PM, and while changing the mechanic noticed that the water pump was starting to leak, so that was replaced as well.
Jun 2018 135500 mi US $400	Replaced compressor and dryer/receiver.

Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada Sep 2010 - May 2013
Oct 2010 86614 mi	Left front suspension boot CV joint replaced under warranty. Discovered during routine oil change service.
Nov 2010 87854 mi C $40	Radio antenna broke. Purchased from the dealer
Oct 2011 100440 mi C $260	Discovered during last maintenance. Was noisy for some time – parts not in stock. $330 parts and labor, $70 for installing winter tires. Right Front Outside Suspension Boot replaced. $260
Jul 2012 106840 mi C $130	Turbo Underboost P0299 CEL - Cracked turbo hose

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Jul 2018
May 2012 116440 mi C $200	Drivers door lock
Jan 2018 155000 mi C $700	Replace cv joints

Volkswagen Passat in Romania Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 70060 mi $1200	Engine not working in parameters.

Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Jul 2010 - Oct 2011
May 2010 70000 mi US $650	Replaced driver CV boot and axle.
Oct 2010 75000 mi US $100	Replaced CV boot on passenger side.
Jun 2011 83000 mi US $155	Replaced Alternator Regulator
Aug 2011 87000 mi US $350	EGR bypass flap (throttle). Engine compartment whined under engine load. Replaced belt, tensioner, and alternator. Was told had a bad one-way clutch in alternator. Cleaned Intake Manifold from fouling due to EGR. Engine compartment whined under engine load. Replaced belt, tensioner, and alternator. Was told had a bad one-way clutch in alternator. EGR bypass flap (throttle).
Oct 2011 88000 mi	Rust on front quarter panel when sold. Sagging right rear suspension when sold.

Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada Dec 2010 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011 75640 mi C $450	Internal Oil leak

Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States Mar 2010 - Jan 2015
Oct 2010 124500 mi US $60	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. Passenger headlight bulb (daytime running light) was defective. Dealership replaced bulb while also replacing a leaking radiator.
Jun 2011 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.
Nov 2011 142800 mi US $479	Crack in hose from turbo exit to intercooler. Once hot enough, crack released all pressure rendering no boost from turbo.
Jan 2012 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.
Sep 2012 155000 mi	The torque converter clutch in the automatic transmission is stuck open, causing the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Mileage is suffering by about 7mpg less than normal.
Feb 2013 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.
Mar 2014 174000 mi US $2032	Oil leak from engine valve cover gasket. Leak from brake system vacuum pump.
Apr 2014 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.
Jan 2015 170000 mi US $2000	Transmission fluid leaking from fluid pump. Transmission replacement recommended.

Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010 129000 mi	AC not effective most of the time

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States - Jul 2009
Jan 2008 61000 mi US $1500	Replace heater core
Jul 2009 89250 mi US $60	Replace A/C relay switch

Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States Sep 2010 - Nov 2016
Oct 2010 86000 mi US $700	cv joint boots split and joints dry cv joints replaced
May 2014 115000 mi US $350	power steering belt began to slip requiring new belt and tensioner
Sep 2014 118000 mi	power steering belt replacement failed and required 2nd replacement
Nov 2014 119000 mi US $725	Failure to start, original battery depleted after 9.5 years. New battery installed. Persistent rattle from engine compartment at idle. Frozen alternator pulley found.

Volkswagen Passat in Nova Scotia, Canada Jun 2008 - Dec 2011
Aug 2008 39680 mi	Ignition would not turn most times when proper key was inserted. You had to wiggle it and move the steering wheel to get the car to start. Over time the condition worsened.

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Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States May 2010 - Aug 2010
Jun 2010 26000 mi	Door locks do not reliably work with key fob. Sometimes have to use the key to unlock. Per dealer problem reported on computer as being the driver door lock assembly. Awaiting part delivery. Out of warranty, VW will pay labor Door locks not working again. Now they say they are seeing a problem code. More parts ordered.
Jul 2010 29000 mi US $245	Door locks not working with key fob. New part installed by VW, now working fine.

Volkswagen Passat in Queensland, Australia Nov 2014 - Jan 2018
May 2015 70060 mi	Removed air filter box, cleaned out crappy gasket and replaced with silicone sealent. manufactured cover for filter and fitted.Replaced relevent parts and tested water tightness. All OK.
Feb 2016 77500 mi A $480	Replaced faulty starter motor.
Aug 2016 80600 mi A $80	not changing gears smoothly and lurching occasionally when changing too.
Sep 2016 80600 mi A $600	Timing belt hydraulic tensioner faulty. Removed front end of car, replaced tensioner, water pump,idler pulleys,serpentine belt. Replaced front end and tested. All OK. Also replaced faulty RH headlight.
Jan 2018 88660 mi	My drivers door suddenly won't open from inside or outside no matter what I do . I have tried all the fixits on the internet and none of them work. The only viable one seems to be removing fuse 14 but VW in their infinite wisdom have put the fuse panel where you can't get at it with the door closed.??? I cannot get the inner panel off so I am going to have to remove the front fender and unscrew the door hinges and take the door off to get at the fuse panel. Failing that I now can remove the locking mechanism completely and find out what switches are faulty. Drivers door will not open from outside or inside.Removed locking mechanism and broken inside of door handle. will replace both later .

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Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Nov 2006 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007 42000 mi	carbon in the engine, was fixed previously by the dealer

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Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States Mar 2008 - Jun 2009
Jun 2008 65000 mi US $360	Check engine light was on. Reflash eliminated problem.
Jun 2009 81000 mi	The turbo-lifter, oil pan and coolant tank caught fire. Estimate cost to fix? $10,500

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Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Jun 2011 - Feb 2013
Nov 2011 55000 mi US $412	Fuel pump replaced, air filter replaced, oil change, having troubles going up steep inclines mechanic cleaned out filters.
Jul 2012 65000 mi US $260	The CV boot was torn and needed to be replaced.

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Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Mar 2008 - Feb 2018
Aug 2008 29760 mi C $4	Plastic pin that holds glass to RR window regulator failed, I purchased pin at dealer and replaced it myself using information available on the internet for this common VW Passat window problem.
Sep 2009 36580 mi C $46	Engine temperature sensor failed, no drivability issues, but temp gauge on dash was showing erratic readings. Apparently a common problem, replaced old sensor myself in approximately 1 hour.
Jul 2010 45880 mi	CEL came on, mechanic found 2 minor codes that showed intermittant and very minor leaks in EVAP system. Codes cleared, no drivability problems and CEL has not come back on.
Nov 2010 48980 mi C $352	Passenger side CV Joint boot failed, had both the passenger and driver side replaced at my mechanic.
Jun 2012 61380 mi C $530	Diverter valve, engine speed sensor and solinoid related to turbocharger needed replacement to clear EPC light on dashboard.
Jan 2013 65720 mi C $25	Windshield washer pump leaking. Replace pump and rubber grommet to resevoir. Easy DIY job.
Feb 2013 66420 mi C $40	Coolant expansion tank - sensor within that reports on fluid level in tank was failing & sending error message to driver. Not leaking. Replaced expansion tank myself, no other issues.
Jan 2014 67620 mi C $160	Multi function turn signal switch no longer allowed the high beams to be turned on. Ordered parts and special 12mm triple square socket to allow self repair.
May 2014 76880 mi C $50	cam chain tensioner gasket had a slow leak. Repaired myself.
Aug 2014 79980 mi	RR Window retainer pin fell out from people slamming door closed too often. Replaced pin, repair completed with no need to purchase parts.
Nov 2014 81840 mi C $153	Drives side CV boot torn at hub. Mechanic replaced.
Dec 2014 83080 mi C $202	exhaust flex joint needed replacement, original still intact but showing need of attention.
Mar 2015 84940 mi C $416	Engine Crank Position Sensor failed while car was out of town. VW of Sudbury Ontario did the diagnosis and repairs.
May 2015 86800 mi C $158	Passenger side CV joint rubber boot failed, too much wear to rebuild, replaced axle complete.
Jun 2015 88040 mi C $25	HVAC system drain for AC condensate was plugged and caused water to leak onto floor of passenger side. Removed drain, removed debris plugging the drain hole, cleaned & dried carpets. Repaired rusted hole on rear floor area.
Nov 2015 92380 mi C $467	Coolant Flange, Temperature sensor, flush cooling system.
Jan 2016 77900 mi C $30	Low beam Headlight bulb, H7
Jun 2016 97340 mi C $251	Intermittent failure to start when engine hot. Diagnosis was failing cam position sensor. Fixed at my independent German car mechanic.
Sep 2016 99820 mi C $156	Flex pipe replaced.
Jun 2017 106020 mi C $95	Secondary Air Injection Pump replaced, ordered from ebay instead of paying $400-600 CAD for OEM part.
Aug 2017 110360 mi C $655	Fuel pump replaced. Car had intermittent drivability issues, stalling, longer cranking time.
Dec 2017 114700 mi C $290	Rear brake pads, rotors and LR caliper

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Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2008 - Apr 2018
Jan 2008 34781 mi	Fuel pump replaced (warranty repair)
Feb 2008 34920 mi US $97	Fuel (EVAP) system valve replaced
Jul 2008 38941 mi	Warranty pollen filter / sunroof service
Sep 2009 49556 mi US $24	Coil pack (ignition coil) replacement
Nov 2009 51314 mi US $16	Belly pan mounting hardware replacement
Jan 2010 53000 mi US $10	Right front halogen headlight bulb.
Feb 2010 53000 mi US $60	Oil leak, valve cover gasket and cam chain tensioner seals. Very minor water intrusion at rear liftgate seal resulted in jam of release mechanism, malfunction of license plate light. Replaced release mechanism and light.
Jul 2010 58000 mi US $120	CV joint boot completely separated into two parts without obvious road hazard damage. Routine replacement.
Nov 2010 60500 mi US $13	Left low beam (daytime running light) headlight bulb replaced.
Oct 2011 66000 mi US $25	Recurrence of a minor wagon problem: a roof trim strip slowly detaches, will fall off if not repaired. Factory manual recommends 3M windshield sealant to reattach. Now looks OK (very slightly crinkled), holding well one month after.
Apr 2012 69000 mi	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. When leak continued, I replaced seal material surrounding pollen filter myself, which solved problem.
Jun 2012 71000 mi US $30	New leakage despite previous service: all FOUR door panel seals were degraded (common in 1998-2005 Passats). Instead of $800 to replace panels, I removed, cleaned and resealed them with silicone caulk. Problem now finally solved.
Jul 2013 77500 mi US $2	Pin fell out of rear window raising mechanism, window would not close. Took inside of door off, inserted new pin. I
Aug 2013 78000 mi US $135	Split CV joint boot replaced.
Nov 2013 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.
Jan 2014 75000 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.
Jun 2014 87000 mi US $125	Cracked intercooler. Replaced intercooler, 2 pressure sensors, associated intake hoses. Replaced oxygen sensor.
Nov 2014 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.
Dec 2014 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.
May 2015 99000 mi	E-brake malfunction, required new rear brake caliper.
Sep 2015 103000 mi US $200	Exhaust flex pipe welded in. Similar to repair 2 years ago.
Dec 2015 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
Aug 2016 113000 mi US $330	2 ruptured CV joint boots, axles OK, just replaced boots.
Dec 2016 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.
Nov 2017 126000 mi US $75	Exhaust sleeve connector replaced. This is still the original exhaust system and works fine after 14 years: any repair short of replacement is a victory!

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Aug 2013 - Jul 2014
Feb 2014 81500 mi US $2100	Replaced clutch because it was beginning to slip

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Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2016
Mar 2009 101000 mi US $150	Water pump impellor shaft broke - new water pump just replaced with timing belt a week before.
Mar 2010 117000 mi US $150	Serpentine belt tensioner worn out - causing power steering chirp.
Sep 2010 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.
Dec 2010 130000 mi US $25	Driver's side mirror glass separated from mirror. Replaced with aftermarket adhesive-backed mirror glass replacement.
Apr 2012 136000 mi US $1000	Failure of hydraulic lifter & worn camshaft.

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Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2009 - Feb 2014
Mar 2012 80000 mi US $2000	replaced timing belt and water pump, replaced valve cover gaskets and cam tensioner seals. replaced 2 engine mounts.

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2011
Sep 2010 74000 mi US $185	code P2096 comes on constantly. Dealer never acknowledge cat under warranty. Had flex pipe repaired and told right side converter needs to be replaced. The dealer wants $ 1000. each, on ebay the pair is $499.99.
Feb 2011 78000 mi US $439	Catalytic converter covered under 80K rule but dealer would not honor warranty. They wanted a $1000 for each cat plus 325.00 each to install. Ordered cats from company in Canada for $239.00 each and $200.00 to install. MIL light gone.

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Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2004 - Jun 2022
Jul 2004 1550 mi	Trim moldings all replaced under warranty do to chrome turning a milky opague color.
Nov 2013 85560 mi C $449	Boot replacement,
Sep 2014 93000 mi C $400	Outside passenger side cv boot replacement
May 2018 124620 mi C $612	Broken rear coil spring, spring cost for 2 springs $160cdn, repair and replace $322, alignment $128.

Volkswagen Passat in New Brunswick, Canada Nov 2014 - Dec 2017
Dec 2014 187240 mi	Bought vehicle with rough running engine. Previous owner was told no compression on one cylinder, but I didn't suspect that. The problem was several vacuum leaks so a complete pcv replacement system is on order along with new vacuum hoses.
Mar 2015 187860 mi C $325	The newly purchased vehicle had a flashing CEL. It turns out there were PCV hoses that were split. These were replaced and that corrected the flashing CEL. There is still a CEL which might indicate a faulty O2 sensor
Sep 2015 191580 mi C $10	Had lower O2 sensor replaced Replaced down pipe and flex joint. Had to replace vacuum lines.
Jun 2016 197780 mi C $450	Coolant leak. Replaced overflow tank.
Oct 2016 200260 mi C $438	Park brake cable needed replacing.
Oct 2017 203360 mi C $14	oil dipstick needed replacing

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Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008 53000 mi US $300	Replaced 4 ignition coils.

Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012
Feb 2012 52000 mi US $900	All four motor mounts were worn. Thought this was odd since one was replaced only a week before. After driving away from the dealership the original problem was noted namely that the car jerked when downshifting on automatic transmission.

Volkswagen Passat in Palestinian Territory Dec 2014 - Dec 2015
Jul 2015 59820 mi $400	Body valve and other mechanical issues

Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada Aug 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 55800 mi	Very big noise from engine when I push on the gas.

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Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States Mar 2015 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015 140000 mi US $526	Brake light on. Replaced Brake pads and hoses.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 45000 mi	Noise that sounded like the transmission problem I previously had. Problem due to a shield that was bent during previous transmission replacement, so that something was rubbing against it causing the noise.

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States May 2011 - Jul 2011
Jun 2011 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2009 - Nov 2011
Jun 2010 35000 mi	Ignition coil replaced under warranty
Oct 2010 37000 mi US $450	CV joint boot destroyed. Axle replaced. Private shop fast service. Good work. Reasonable price.
Aug 2011 41300 mi US $200	CV joint boot torn. New CV joint installed.

Volkswagen Passat in New Brunswick, Canada Mar 2014 - Dec 2014
Jul 2014 145700 mi C $500	replaced bad cv joint replaced bearing to cooling fan

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Jun 2015 - May 2016
Jan 2016 US $75	Plastic reservoir for coolant leaked due to heat making plastic brittle. Nipple for hose disintegrated, requiring entire new reservoir and hose. Bad design!
May 2016 118000 mi US $400	Timing adjustment off (error code P0011), cam off half a tooth. Although had timing belt and tensioner roller replaced at 82K miles, it screwed up.

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Jul 2007 - Mar 2015
Jul 2008 62000 mi US $120	Replaced passenger axle due to a tear in the CV boot. Self install
Aug 2008 62000 mi US $900	Plastic impeller on water pump came detached from the shaft causing engine to overheat. Full timing belt service performed since mileage was close and waterpump runs off timing belt.
Dec 2008 66000 mi US $500	Both front wheel bearings replaced due to vibrations and noise. Verified from replacement, they were the issue.
Jan 2015 US $25	Torn cv boot. Cleaned joint and replaced boot. Diy

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Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014 US $150	Engine failure. Oil in coolant. Probably water impeller. Car junked.

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007 46000 mi US $500

Volkswagen Passat in Saskatchewan, Canada Apr 2011 - May 2012
May 2011 65100 mi C $1600	Water pump impeller broke. I had replaced the timing belt 1 month earlier. Water pump should have been replaced then.
Apr 2012 75640 mi C $250	Check engine light lead to a faulty ignition coil. It would periodically idle rough.

Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States Oct 2012 - Jul 2016
Apr 2013 120300 mi US $120	Bad turn signal stalk switch.
Dec 2013 128000 mi US $85	Persistent slow oil leak and oil in plug wells due to plugged PCV. Replaced Valve Cover and Cam Chain Tensioner Gaskets, along with PCV valve and some rubber fittings.
Jan 2014 118300 mi US $215	Motor mounts were leaking. Both replaced. Routine Tie Rod and Control Arm replacement
Dec 2014 137000 mi US $35	Blinking, then solid, CEL with codes indicating misfire. Coil pack replaced.
Dec 2015 151000 mi US $70	Rear hatch latch motor failed.
Jun 2016 167000 mi US $300	Coolant Flange Failed.
Jul 2016 167000 mi US $400	Aftermarket Coil Pack failed. Was out of town, so had wife tow to dealer. All coil packs replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Mar 2016 - Jun 2016
Apr 2016 165000 mi US $300	Replaced Head Gasket, Timing belt, Valve Cover gasket timing belt failed caused by timing belt pulley bolt
Jun 2016 165000 mi	Engine needs replacement - broken timing belt

Volkswagen Passat in New Mexico, United States Jan 2020 - Jun 2022
May 2020 50118 mi US $131	PCV valve and hoses wore out, Replaced with 034 Motorsports kit.

Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2007 - Nov 2015
Apr 2008 40920 mi C $250	Replace CV boot.
Mar 2009 49600 mi C $600	Fuel pump.
Feb 2010 63240 mi C $350	replace front axle
Jan 2011 77500 mi C $500	replace right axle
Jul 2011 78120 mi C $200	thermostat
May 2012 80880 mi C $200	replace engine thermostat

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Jul 2007 - Sep 2011
Oct 2009 69000 mi US $68	2 Coil Packs replaced. Known issue on 1.8T engines. Car started shuddering, running really roughly, CEL light on (flashing) and a strong burning smell. Classic symptoms!! 2 coil packs purchased and installed within 1 hour, car now running correctly.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2007 - Mar 2010
Aug 2007 32000 mi	Pin holding left rear window to regulator came out so that window would not go down even though the regulator was working. It was replaced at no charge but has since happened again.

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Volkswagen Passat in Poland Jul 2016 - Jul 2018
Sep 2016 130820 mi $200	EGR cloged, turbo needed cleaning, valve cover gasker replaced cause it was leaking
Feb 2017 132040 mi $100	Rod needed to be replaced
Nov 2017 142600 mi $100	Thermostat couldnt reach temeperature- part changed on the new one.
Jul 2018 145700 mi $800	Couldn't press 3rd gear and rear. Gearbox replaced by my friend.

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Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Apr 2010 - Feb 2011
Aug 2010 52000 mi	fuses blowing when using cigarette lighters. turned out to be a faulty phone adapter. No charge because dealer didn't notify us of estimate to repair before doing work (around $105). occasional hard shift under power. dealer documented but could not replicate. Didn't deny problem existed, just couldn't replicate.
Dec 2010 58000 mi	Shop seems to not be able to find issue - AC oscillates in intensity without reason.

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Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Aug 2007 - Apr 2011
Nov 2007 36000 mi	rear brake light switch stuck causing lights to stay on

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Volkswagen Passat in Iowa, United States Aug 2012 - Jan 2017
Dec 2012 108000 mi US $327	Power steering whine. Shop noted the fluid was low. No leaks found. Fluid topped off and a vacuum was attached to purge the system of any air. New break pads and rotors re-finished where done also. Parts app 120. Labor 174.
Apr 2014 136200 mi US $771	Fuel pump failed. 319.00 for new assembly and 40 for filter. Trouble shooting and labor remainder of cost
Feb 2015 155000 mi	Significant oil leak observed during commute home. Burning oil smell prevalent in cabin. Under hood appeared oil was spraying vs. just seeping. Dealer suggested replacing numerous gaskets, but unable to commit to a cause of the sudden leak.
Aug 2016 188600 mi US $306	Significant leaking of fuel on top of tank near sending unit. Fuel return/vent line fitting had failed. Shop dropped the tank and repaired the fitting.

Volkswagen Passat in Nevada, United States Mar 2015 - Mar 2016
Apr 2015 104700 mi	Flap directing hot air failed. Part $50, work $750
Jun 2015 108000 mi US $3000	changed O3 sensors amd catalytic converters

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Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Feb 2008 - Apr 2017
Nov 2009 72000 mi US $850	Oil leaking from gaskets on spark plugs. Subject of recall. Also did 85,000 service while there.
Apr 2010 73000 mi US $298	Interior vinyl panels on front doors came loose and had to be reglued
May 2010 78000 mi US $850	ESP light came on display. While being repaired was told motor mounts were leaking. Replaced. Told that trunk lid hinges could not be lubricated to close more easily. Declined expensive replacement. Dealer missed weak headlight.
Nov 2010 81600 mi US $900	The Stop Engine light came on and the oil was down over 2 quarts. The local VW dealer in Austin, Texas identified the problem as a leak in the oil reservoir thus mixing oil with radiator fluid. Cost to repair was over $900. with a 10 % discount.
Jul 2011 86000 mi US $600	Water hose running into a housing that feeds back to radiator was leaking at flange. Dealer also notice that a lubrication boot was leaking on one front suspension component but repair was declined
Nov 2013 112000 mi	Had leaking coolant hose replaced and flushed radiator. Next day dealer replaced heat sensor.

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Aug 2005 - Feb 2010
May 2005 25000 mi	Drivers side headlight replaced after burning out.
Feb 2006 32000 mi	Drivers-side seatbelt re-tract replaced.
Aug 2007 49500 mi	Ash tray damper replaced.
Sep 2007 52000 mi	Defective ashtray dampener.
Aug 2008 58000 mi US $800	Replaced bad CV boot and re-lube.
Dec 2009 73000 mi US $100	Some kind of plate was loose under the car which caused a rattle.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009 30000 mi US $273	Torn right outer cv boot.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States May 2009 - Aug 2010
Aug 2009 87000 mi US $135	flex pipe in exhaust system replaced due to leak
Jan 2010 US $360	check engine came on - discovered to be due to a leaking valve cover. Replaced seal, valve cover, and all spark plugs.

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Apr 2008 - May 2009
Jun 2008 42000 mi	head light out.
Jan 2009 47000 mi US $200	Ignition Coil

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Jul 2008 - Nov 2013
Aug 2008 58000 mi US $180	A leaking seal in the rear differential.
Nov 2008 61000 mi US $334	The car went in for its 60K mile service. They noticed a torn front CV boot and I had it replaced. There was also a burnt out driver's side fog light bulb that I had replaced. The aforementioned burnt out bulb in the driver's side fog light.
Jun 2009 64000 mi US $250	My W notice a check coolant light. Friends "helped" by putting non-synthetic coolant in the car. VW found the coolant reservoir was leaking.
Sep 2009 66000 mi US $140	A check engine light came on, and the car smelled of exhaust. The gasket around the base of the antenna had cracked and fallen off.
Feb 2010 70000 mi	Car started to barely run - it would not idle and die. We had received a recall notice from VW notifying us of the coils going bad, and that proved to be the problem.
Aug 2010 76000 mi US $153	We kept getting a low coolant warning light. Rear passenger window came out of its track. Motor was rough when idling. A bad motor mount was discovered. They noticed clunking in the suspension - upper suspension arms were replaced.
Aug 2011 85700 mi US $113	Split CV boot was discovered by dealer. Elected not to pay them $220. Retired mechanic father in law replaced whole axle assembly for $113.
Oct 2011 89000 mi US $273	90K mile service. Also had them check a creaking drivers door and other sounds the car is making. They lubed the door and recommended rear brake pad replacement and timing belt replacement.
Nov 2011 90000 mi US $99	Replaced a front lower grill that fell out, a hood strut that had lost the charge, and the whip antenna whose base had disintegrated.
Dec 2011 90000 mi US $170	Got a CEL the said the thermostat was bad. Took it back to VW, pissed that they didn't think to replace the thermostat when the did the timing belt & water pump.
May 2012 95700 mi US $344	Rear passenger window no longer would go down. Dealer found plastic clip was broken, replaced it, and charged me $260 to take apart the door. Also had oil change done.
Jan 2013 103000 mi	We have started smelling fuel when the car is full of gas. My father in law pulled the rear seat out, opened the access panels and found a fuel leak on the top of the tank. I have a case # from VW, but no promise from them for any help. It started getting hard to start the car, so I knew it was time for a new battery. I purchased one and replaced it myself.
Feb 2013 103700 mi US $180	In looking over the gas tank issue, my father-in-law also noticed the outer left CV boot was tore. He replaced the whole axle assembly.
Apr 2013 104700 mi	The fuel smell was traced to a leaking vent valve on the fuel tank. This should have been addressed in the R3 recall, but the dealer treated our car as a FWD, not AWD. VW replaced the fuel tank and paid for the repairs.
May 2013 105400 mi US $13	The knob controlling the lumbar adjust on the driver's seat just fell out several months ago. Ordered a replacement knob and installed it in about a minute.
Aug 2013 108000 mi US $100	Our AC was started to blow hot when the car was at a stop, but cool down as the car moved. My father in law and I noticed that the AC condenser cooling fan stopped working, so we got a new one.
Nov 2013 111000 mi US $500	The car was in for 110K service. They discovered some cracked vacuum hose tied to the turbo and replaced it. The driver side rear window came off its track. The dealer replaced the cheapo clips VW uses and the fixed the window.

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2007 - Aug 2014
Apr 2008 46000 mi	Coil pack cylinder 3.
May 2008 49000 mi US $185	Right CV boot
Nov 2008 61000 mi US $350	Left CV boot Vacuum hose
Mar 2009 67000 mi US $200	Crankshaft sensor.
Sep 2009 77000 mi US $321	ignition
Feb 2010 85600 mi US $250	Water pump leaking
Nov 2010 100000 mi US $420	Down pipe exhaust
Jan 2011 87300 mi US $100	coil packs

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Nov 2009 - Apr 2018
Apr 2013 126300 mi US $50	Coolant flange o-ring degradation.
Mar 2015 143000 mi US $130	Combi valve.
May 2016 152000 mi US $120	Diverter valve failure.

Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States Jan 2012 - Dec 2017
Aug 2013 77000 mi	Coolant fill / header tank has leak, declined repair by dealer, owner to replace.
Sep 2013 78000 mi	Coolant fill/header tank replaced no additional issues
Oct 2013 78300 mi US $250	Replaced shocks and struts
Aug 2014 87000 mi US $2	Bad batt
Jun 2015 95000 mi US $15	Corrosion at pos batt cable.
Nov 2016 105900 mi	Engine coolant temp sensor
Dec 2016 107000 mi US $800	Fumes in cabin from broken breather pipe. Assorted connectors and related items replaced.
Mar 2017 108000 mi US $300	upper control arms worn - both sides replaced outer CV boot torn - axle replaced

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Apr 2014 - Nov 2019
Jul 2014 202300 mi US $500	Coolant leak at back cylinder head.Replaced plastic pipe.
Jun 2015 217000 mi US $352	low oil pressure warning, removed oil pan to find oil pump pickup clogged with carbon and junk. Replaced with new pickup. Problem solved.
Sep 2015 221000 mi US $150	Replace alternator with remaned unit.
Dec 2015 226000 mi US $40	Installed new COP (coil on plug) module, cyl#3.
Apr 2016 230700 mi US $30	Coolant overflow starting leaking, replaced with new.
Jun 2016 234000 mi US $250	Replaced timing chain and tensioner.
Feb 2018 248000 mi US $20	Replaced engine temp coolant sensor.

Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States Apr 2013 - Oct 2017
May 2013 123000 mi US $180	Vacuum leak , replace engine breather tube
Sep 2014 152000 mi US $65	Replace coolent resevior and cap
Nov 2014 152300 mi US $110	Coolant leak. Replace oil cooler and hose.
Aug 2015 158500 mi US $150	Clicking Noise while turning to the right Replace right side CV Axle

Volkswagen Passat in Iowa, United States Jul 2015 - May 2016
Oct 2015 174800 mi US $225	Replace water pump and thermostat. Think latter had started to fail.
Mar 2016 182000 mi US $130	replace secondary air pump(smog pump)

Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Jun 2013 - Jan 2015
Jul 2013 68100 mi US $675	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 Engine skid plate fell off. Dealer service dept. had not secured it properly after oil change. All fasteners were missing. Dealership finally agreed to replace skid plate. However they did not detect the two worn front axles! 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!
Aug 2013 68900 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.
Sep 2013 70000 mi	With colder weather setting in, attempted to get heat inside the car. Determined heater core was clogged. Was able to flush/back flush and get coolant flowing thru the core. Now have plenty of heat. Replacing the core normally cost $900.
Jan 2015	Valve cover gasket leaking and can bearing caps needed replace ing. However this oil leak had contaminated the barely one year old timing belt and the repair cost exceeded $1500. I opted to trade the car in.

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Jun 2014 - Sep 2014
Jul 2014 76500 mi US $1000	Power steering unit failed

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2015 - Mar 2016
Feb 2016 101000 mi US $100	Front passenger window regulator went out for the second time in 2 years. Had to take off of work and fix it immediately since the window was stuck halfway down on a rainy day. Part cost $100 at autozone.

Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States Jun 2015 - Oct 2015
Oct 2015 115000 mi	Check engine light consistently came on and after replacing several parts, it came back within 6 months. Scrapped car.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Oct 2012 - Nov 2014
May 2013 168180 mi C $120	CV boot torn, boot replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Missouri, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2015
Nov 2013 115000 mi US $1100	Change oil pumped
Dec 2014 130000 mi US $200	Thermostat replaced
Feb 2015 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

Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Aug 2016 - Jun 2018
Oct 2016 114200 mi US $49	Exhaust system repair - flex coupling replacement
Aug 2017 118000 mi US $72	Replaced exhaust flex pipe Torn right CV boot, replaced right CV driveshaft.
Sep 2017 118000 mi US $115	Main serpentine belt tensioner noisy, replaced main serpentine and A/C belt tensioners and both belts.
Jun 2018 120000 mi US $250	Replaced brake pads & rotors, all 4 wheels due to pulsation when stopping. While doing this repair, found severely cracked front brake hoses, replaced with stainless hoses, changed brake fluid, pressure bled system..

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Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2015
Aug 2013 119700 mi US $300	Had to replace both from axles.....it sucked.
Nov 2014 130000 mi US $80	Right rear caliper was leaking. Replaced caliper.

Volkswagen Passat in Kentucky, United States Feb 2008 - Dec 2011
Dec 2010 109000 mi	Check coolant warning came on; antifreeze was below minimum, so we filled it. Couple days later, same warning, and temp gauge going all the way to red. Replaced water pump, thermostat, timing belt.
Feb 2011 110400 mi US $50	Headlights/taillights
Sep 2011 117000 mi US $350	Coolant leak-flange replaced
Nov 2011 119000 mi US $100	New battery

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States May 2009 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 84500 mi	Passenger CV Joint Outer Boot ripped and needed replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States Nov 2014 - Mar 2016
Nov 2015 162900 mi US $900	Replaced crank position sensor. That did not fix it, so then replaced fuel pump.
Mar 2016 165000 mi	Hood would not open

Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States Sep 2007 - Feb 2011
Mar 2009 82000 mi US $450	Wheel bearing replaced. Axle replaced.
Jul 2010 118000 mi US $149	Car stalled and had to be towed to a repair shop, which was not open on the weekend. I got a fuel pump and installed it, solving the issue.
Oct 2010 123000 mi US $320	Power door lock switch and module failed and was replaced.
Jan 2011 104000 mi	After a long trip, I noticed a strange smell. I popped the hood and noticed that the coolant reservoir was dark. It contained oil. Taking the auto to a mechanic revealed a cracked block. I elected not to attempt repairs due to high cost.

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Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States Apr 2014 - Dec 2017
Aug 2014 163700 mi US $500	Front air dam continues to separate from car by interference with parking lot curbs.
Mar 2015 172000 mi US $500	Belt tensioner had to be replaced.
Oct 2015 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.
Oct 2016 201000 mi US $1200	Turbocharger hose had a hole. Intercooler had a leak.
Nov 2016 195000 mi US $450	EGR valve failed. $400 part
Jun 2017 206000 mi US $12	Power steering fluid leaking. Added stop leak.
Sep 2017 208000 mi US $425	Alternator failed. Replaced it. Car goes into limp mode. EGR appeared faulty. I crafted a device to pressurize the intake hose and found a leak. The hose connecting to the intake manifold had a split. I replaced the hose and car runs well. Car goes into limp mode. Suspect turbocharge variator is clogged by carbon. Replaced MAP, cleaned MAF. Problem has not cleared.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Jul 2007 - Dec 2015
Mar 2007 33063 mi	Replacement brake light switch failed - replaced again under warranty
Jun 2008 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.
Dec 2010 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.
Jul 2013 109500 mi US $125	Auxiliary electric cooling fan failed - Owner replaced with new one.
Sep 2013 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.
Jul 2014 125000 mi US $350	Coolant leak developed at rear of engine. Shop replaced plastic coolant hose flange and coolant temperature sensor.
Nov 2014 129300 mi US $125	Charge air hose between intercooler and intake manifold developed air leak. New hose installed.
Oct 2015 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.
Dec 2015 144000 mi	Transmission suddenly leaked all fluid out while driving. Had car towed home and am attempting to sell; no longer interested in keeping it.

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Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013 US $15	Car won't start. CEL with P2180 and P3081. Magic 8 ball (ODBII scanner ELM327 mini) says all symptoms point to bad coolant temp sensor (black version) or related wiring. Checked wiring, sensor. Replaced sensor w/green version.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2015
Oct 2013 175500 mi US $150	Engine misfiring. Replaced valve cover gaskets - oil seeping into plug wells and causing shorts. Replaced wires and ignition coil.
Sep 2014 125000 mi US $230	Total starter failure - no clicking or noise. Happen to have rebuilt starter on hand but no time to replace my self.
Dec 2014 130000 mi US $150	purge valve needed replacement - 2x in one year
Aug 2015 137100 mi	Trouble codes and rough idle and surging. Cleaned throttle body
Dec 2015 140000 mi	This car has never ending engine emission codes. Repair then another one come up in a month. This can is not worth the effort anymore and I'm glad to get rid of it. That is the end one VW for me.

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Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2017
Jan 2016 144000 mi US $400	Cooling system leak.

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Jun 2009 - Mar 2017
Jul 2009 47000 mi US $161	ECT Sensor had to be replaced. Replaced with newer "green body color" ECT sensor

Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2018
Apr 2009 29000 mi	Throttle sticks wide open if kicked down. (Dangerous- run away acceleration). Throttle linkage would stick when fully opened. Freed it up at the throttle shaft ball joint so the problem would no longer occur. This should be reported to authorities.
Oct 2009 37000 mi US $220	pin fell out of power window. Clips fell out of engine splash shield, shield fell off.
Aug 2010 49000 mi US $70	replaced both drive axles- bad cv joints right & left
Mar 2011 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.
Jul 2011 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.
Jun 2012 69000 mi US $30	not cooling. Added refrigerant.
Dec 2012 69000 mi US $2000	Bad coolant leak. Need new water pump; also timing belt deteriorated.
Jun 2013 75000 mi US $800	head gaskets leak
Mar 2014 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.
Jan 2016 98200 mi US $250	Engine temp sensor bad. Sometimes car won't start.
Jun 2016 99000 mi	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. Dicovered that shop replacing cat converters did not weld pipes, so they leaked. A friend welded them.
Mar 2017 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.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2011
Dec 2010 69000 mi US $2400	Fuel intake and gas cap was faulty. Engine mounts were leaking.

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Mar 2008 - Sep 2010
Sep 2008 36000 mi US $914	Check engine light on; diagnosis was bad water temp sensor and bad thermostat. All replaced. Parts were $86; labor$830.
Apr 2009 45000 mi US $510	During routine maintenance mechanic discovered right front CV boot cracked and leaking. CV boot replaced.
Dec 2009 55000 mi US $370	Brakes became ineffective without pumping of pedal multiple times. Master cylinder failed.
Jun 2010 61000 mi US $202	Intermittent A/C cooling notice during hot days. Systems was purged to remove air and other contaminants. System was properly dried and freon replaced. Cools like it was new!

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Nov 2015 - Nov 2018
May 2016 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
Aug 2016 170000 mi US $900	Replaced front wheel bearings Replace both Oxygen Sensors on Bank 1
Nov 2016 173700 mi	Replaced leaky vacuum hose
Jul 2017 182000 mi US $570	Replaced master cylinder, Replaced brake hose (3U0611707), and front brake lines Replaced Brake Fluid
Oct 2017 185213 mi US $130	replace left front cv joint boot
Apr 2018 192000 mi US $208	replaced right front cv joint boot
Jul 2018 195000 mi US $160	Replaced fan clutch
Oct 2018 197000 mi US $481	Replaced heater hoses Replaced crankcase vent valve
Nov 2018 198000 mi US $500	Replace fuel pump

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Feb 2015 - May 2015
Apr 2015 88000 mi	Engine trouble light comes on, stays for several days then turns off. Repairman interrogates compute and finds P 0118 Coolant temp out of spec - but it was not. He suspects sensor.
May 2015 88000 mi	temp out of spec - see April 2015 unsuccessful repair

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States May 2010 - Mar 2012
Jan 2011 84600 mi US $525	Both CV joint boots were torn and were replaced. There may be damage to joint as there is still some noise. May mean axle will need to be replaced if noise gets worse.
Oct 2011 91000 mi US $844	Bad alternator - replaced.

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Volkswagen Passat in Iowa, United States Mar 2007 - Mar 2013
Jul 2007 45384 mi	Replace instrument cluster
Sep 2007 49998 mi	Replace brake light switch
Dec 2007 60516 mi	Replace vacuum line
Feb 2008 63379 mi	Replace engine temperature sensor
Dec 2008 85098 mi US $800	Replace fuel pump
Apr 2010 121075 mi US $300	Replace tie rod ends
Apr 2011 140263 mi US $293	Replace left valve cover gasket. Replace left valve cover gasket
Oct 2011 146000 mi US $27	Driver's side outside rear view mirror lens fell off without owner action. Replacement mirror glass ordered from local glass shop and replaced by owner.
Jan 2013 103298 mi US $30	Right outside rear view mirror lens fell off. Purchased new lens via the internet & owner installed.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Mar 2015 - Mar 2015
Mar 2015 60000 mi	catalytic converters need replacement

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Sep 2013 - Feb 2014
Feb 2014 95000 mi	Car's gas tank cracked and was partially covered by Volkswagen. Soon after the car stalled out while driving on the highway. After several repairs and a few days in the shop, it stalled on again a few weeks later.

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Jul 2004 - Dec 2007
May 2004 3000 mi	Transmission Software Update
Oct 2005 10000 mi	Broken Door Handle

Volkswagen Passat in Missouri, United States Jul 2007 - Jun 2011
Jan 2008 74000 mi	Driver's side heated seat heating element recall Passenger's side heated seat switch recall
Nov 2008 85000 mi US $65	Trunk lock actuator motor was intermittently seizing and overdrawing electrical current, which then sometimes blew the comfort-functions fuse killing interior lights and windows. Replaced actuator with new part from dealer as well as the fuse.
Feb 2009 87000 mi US $85	Fan clutch bracket(accessory driven pulley and mounting bracket) replaced due to bearing noise.

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Volkswagen Passat in Utah, United States Jun 2013 - Dec 2016
Sep 2013 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.
Oct 2013 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.
Jun 2014 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.
Jan 2016 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.
Nov 2016 188400 mi US $140	Grinding when shifting up into or down into 2nd gear.

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Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Dec 2016 - Jul 2017
Jan 2017 106000 mi US $800	Car started vibrating violently on highway, then started pulling sharply to the right. Eventually towed to shop and replaced both front axles.
Jun 2017 106258 mi US $460	Coolant leak--performed pressure test--replaced cooling hose flange, heater hose. Replaced crankcase vent valve, and air pump hose.

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Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 47000 mi US $258	The AC module needed to be replaced. AC worked but only after 30 minutes. Once car was turned off it required another 30 minutes to start working. Once it worked it was great.

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Volkswagen Passat in Wyoming, United States Aug 2011 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011 98000 mi US $7500	Transmission needed to be replaced

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 70000 mi US $900	Water pump leaking.

Volkswagen Passat in Missouri, United States Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
Oct 2017 172000 mi US $200	heater core replacement

Volkswagen Passat in Chile Jan 2011 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011 42780 mi $1300	Water pump and thermostat failure at 69,000 KM.

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Oct 2014 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015 270000 mi US $148	oil leak in an engine seal and a flat tire.

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Dec 2014 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014 152000 mi US $100	Heater core failure. A known weakness in Passat and other VW models. $1500 to $2000 repair, if anyone will even do it. 10 to 20 hours of labor for a $100 part. I bypassed the heater core with some fittings. Cannot drive car in cold weather.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Feb 2014 - Jun 2014
Mar 2014 98580 mi C $350	Check engine light on. Replaced a sensor to pass Ontario Drive Clean check.
Jun 2014 98580 mi C $150	Multiple failures... including timing chain

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Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
Feb 2016 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.
Sep 2016 92000 mi US $325	Hood would not open. Unable to check under the hood. Dealer had to replace the entire hood latch assembly.
May 2017 95359 mi US $148	System tested and recharged with addition of Ultraviolet dye to help check for leaks.
Jan 2018 96369 mi US $14	tube for refilling crankcase was discovered broken during annual oil change. Replaced.
Apr 2018 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2015
May 2015 165300 mi US $404	Right front CV axle replacement Secondary air intake hoses cracking/splitting. Timing magneto fault.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 113000 mi US $650	replace oil pump and oil pan flex pipe between catalytic converter and muffler cracked

Volkswagen Passat in New Hampshire, United States Aug 2005 - Dec 2009
Dec 2005 31500 mi	Engine runs rough when cold. Reset computer.
Oct 2006 41990 mi US $79	Oil pump replaced under warranty.
Sep 2007 54500 mi	Temperature cooling sensor required replacement. Temp. not functioning. Brake light switch recall
Sep 2008 65000 mi US $550	universal joints replced.
Jan 2009 70500 mi US $15	Replaced low beam headlight. Done by owner with no labor costs.

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Nov 2019 - Dec 2020
Mar 2020 163000 mi US $120	Alternator failed. Removed and replaced. Coolant Temp Sensor failed. Removed and replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2013
Feb 2012 119700 mi US $350	Had check engine light on and the car was running rough when idling. Found vacuum leak due to cracked pipes and valves which were fixed.
May 2012 123700 mi	Leaking coolant
Sep 2012 128000 mi US $128	ignition coil bust on Cylinder #2 Check Engine light has come on again!
Apr 2013 134000 mi US $480	Engine and transmission mounts broken. Ignition coil bust. Again!
Jun 2013 134000 mi	Engine oil leaking Engine overheating

Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States May 2009 - Mar 2010
Jun 2009 97000 mi US $1527	One spark plug coil failed Headlight and 3 running lights replaced

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Volkswagen Passat in Oklahoma, United States - Oct 2009
Oct 2009 134000 mi US $51	Replace broken dipstick funnel.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Dec 2011 - Jan 2014
Jan 2012 118800 mi US $1500	Replaced clutch.
Sep 2013 128000 mi US $500	coolant lean - coolant flange leaked. fixed.
Jan 2014 130000 mi	replaced driver side axle due to torn cv boots

Volkswagen Passat in Kenya May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 50840 mi $31600	the exhaust had a defect

Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States Apr 2007 - Dec 2012
Dec 2007 50000 mi US $600	Thermostat failed and needed replaced. Illumination for HVAC controls went out. Bulb replaced.
Feb 2008 52000 mi US $600	Coolant temperature sensor failed, causing CEL to illuminate. Recently received a letter in the mail noting that there will be a warranty extension regarding this exact problem. Have not yet received reimbursement.

Volkswagen Passat in Moscow City, Russia Nov 2009 - Jun 2018
May 2010 70040 mi	Steering column universal joint squeak
Jul 2010 71600 mi $50	Right horn (low-pitch tone) died
Sep 2010 73160 mi $85	Flex joint on downpipe was about to fail. Joint has been damaged by road roughness in countryside far before. Whole downpipe replaced.
Sep 2012 85560 mi $15	Steering column U joint replaced
Nov 2012 87300 mi $100	AC Compressor tensioner roller
Jun 2013 90520 mi $60	Rear wiper washer fluid tube seized up within wiper arm shaft, fluid nozzle rotated with wiper arm
Jun 2016 153140 mi $15	Coolant flange leak, replaced
Mar 2017 158100 mi $100	Front pads and rotors replaced
Dec 2017 159960 mi	Brake lights switch contacts cleaning
Jun 2018 159960 mi $16	Brake lights switch (brake lights were not lighting up) Recharge of the AC System with R134a DIY kit. Last recharge was in 2009.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Mar 2008 - Jul 2016
Apr 2008 60760 mi C $250	Signal indicator would continue "clicking" or "click" sporadically even without lights flashing. Replaced turn signal lever (faulty contacts).
Dec 2008 71300 mi C $1500	Boots cracked, leaked lubricant, had to replace driveshafts (both). Head gasket leak, replaced.
Jul 2009 75640 mi	Passenger seat heater stopped working, switch was replaced for 2nd time (original warranty recall).
Oct 2009 79360 mi C $300	Engine oil major leak - oil cooler failed. Replaced.
Mar 2010 83080 mi	Seat heater does not work, replaced switch, still does not work
Mar 2011 93620 mi C $1000	Water pump failed, caused engine to overheat. As a result, timing belt was changed at same time.
May 2011 95220 mi C $250	Wheel bearings replaced
Jan 2012 93940 mi C $200	Oil Seals leaking, had to be replaced
Feb 2013 121060 mi C $200	Broken caliper
Aug 2013 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
Sep 2013 129580 mi	Check Engine warning still comes on, replaced PCV valve at no cost. Turbocharger intercooler also had an airleak, was replaced, no cost.
Dec 2013 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
Mar 2014 134540 mi	Valve cover gasket leaking oil, replaced Brake lines replaced by Dealer in Dec 2013 were found to be bubbled and almost ruptured by independent shop. Car returned to dealer, where they were replaced without question.
Sep 2014 140120 mi C $200	broken brake calliper, some fluid leak
Nov 2014 142920 mi C $300	Oil leaks from oil hoses were dropping on exhaust, causing burning oil smell to enter the cabin. Hoses replaced.
Nov 2015 158340 mi C $300	Coolant Recovery Tank replaces and some worn out hoses Also - fuel line leak (in another spot from previous)
Feb 2016 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Jun 2010 - Jan 2019
Jan 2010 77890 mi US $1325	Water pump replaced. Went ahead and changed timing belt,rollers, serpentine belt
Jan 2011 98000 mi US $80	CEL on. Ran VagCom. Indicated faulty MAF. Replaced with new MAF.
Sep 2011 112000 mi US $180	Fuel pump bad, replaced
Apr 2012 119700 mi US $85	Torn CV boot, replaced passenger side half shaft with new CV's and boots.
May 2013 133000 mi US $50	Engine hood support arm. Took 5 minutes to replace.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Apr 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2009 115320 mi C $344	Replaced both low beam headlight bulbs (1 burnt out).

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Nov 2010 - Oct 2011
Apr 2011 100000 mi US $440	leaking gasket

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Dec 2006 - Nov 2018
Jan 2007 33500 mi	No repairs, rr door trim replaced on warranty at month no.2
May 2007 35000 mi	"MIL" light on for 200 mile trip back to dealer. No mileage or performance degradation. Dealer says fuel pump relay coded and replaced.
May 2008 41000 mi US $140	CV joint boot failed, after hours of argument and research dealer agrees repair is covered by extended warranty purchased with the new car. Poor business practice at dealer.
Jun 2009 49000 mi US $50	right front outer CV boot replaced. Alot of different style VW Passat cv joints; options to get correct part: auto or manual, 4 or 6 cyl engine, fwd or awd, model year, vin #(production month/year).
Jan 2011 60000 mi US $485	solid check engine engine light. code was cooling system and sensor. R&R thermostat and sensor, add coolant. Dealer great but awful expensive.
Oct 2012 76000 mi US $160	I thought coolant leak (very slight a pint every month) was from head gasket. Shop could have charged $2000 but this honest shop found flange corroded on rear of head. My go to shop and I provide free advertising for him.
Dec 2016 115000 mi	split boot LF. boot replaced but clicking still on left turns when cold. Have replacement CVj oint from Pelican. Will replace it first quarter 2017.
Feb 2017 117000 mi US $85	New OEM CV joint replacement from Pelican parts. LF, neglected split boot too long. CV joint clicked on left turns.

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Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada Apr 2011 - Sep 2014
Jun 2011 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.
Aug 2014 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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Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 111000 mi	Cam chain adjuster throwing error codes. Problem solved through early oil change combined with Seafoam to remove varnish.

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Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2022
Feb 2009 91000 mi US $1064	Oil leak, burning smell when drive car.
Jun 2009 94000 mi	Small oil leak from valve cover onto exhaust. Burning smell when engine cold.
Oct 2009 99000 mi US $240	Replace torn front CV joint boot.
May 2011 122300 mi US $700	replace front wheel bearings. Control arm broke during repair and was replaced free by dealer.
Dec 2011 134000 mi US $50	Reset computer before smog check
Mar 2012 139000 mi US $350	Replaced loose motor mount.
Jun 2012 143000 mi US $300	Leaking heater hoses replaced, losing coolant.
Feb 2013 154000 mi US $700	Heater core leaking and no heat in car. Replaced heater core.
May 2013 158000 mi US $2000	Leaks in thermostat housing and hoses. Replaced hoses, timing belt, and other parts during repair.
Dec 2013 166000 mi US $3000	Replace both catalytic converters to pass California smog test. Replaced front torn CV boots and axles.
Sep 2014 173000 mi US $1400	Replace leaking water pump and hoses. Replace leaking motor mount.
Mar 2015 178000 mi US $1500	Replace upper control rods, bushings, and struts.
Jun 2015 181000 mi US $1000	Replace alternator, belts. Replace transmission mounts.
Sep 2015 182000 mi US $1500	Replace lower control arms and bushings
Feb 2016 186000 mi US $300	Thermostat leaking
Mar 2016 187000 mi US $1200	Valve cover gaskets and crankcase breather parts
Dec 2016 195000 mi US $1200	Replaced failed water pump. Also replaced the thermostat because the water pump was being done.
Jun 2017 200000 mi US $300	Replaced rear turn signal electrical connectors. Changed brake fluid.
Oct 2017 204000 mi US $760	Fuel pump replaced
Dec 2017 205000 mi US $800	Replace radiator and thermostat.
Mar 2018 208000 mi	Replace thermostat under warranty that failed. Shop caused the problem with a bad part.
Nov 2021 231000 mi US $110	Check engine light on, car failing Calif smog test. Did not repair car.

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States May 2010 - Jul 2016
Jul 2010 110000 mi US $1100	Antifreeze was leaking and had to replace water pump and have timing belt replaced
Aug 2011 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.
Apr 2012 134000 mi US $1265	Water pump failed which caused a problem to the timing belt which had to be replaced also.
Jun 2012 135000 mi US $550	Heater Core has gone out but did not fix. However had to replace the catalytic converter
Sep 2013 138000 mi	Car overheats, replaced the temp sensor, auxiliary fan and expansion tank. Car is still overheating
Sep 2015 168000 mi US $650	A short developed by the sunroof and caused all electricals on the dashboard and AC to stop.

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Mar 2006 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007 51000 mi	Roof rain gutter rails, or whatever they are called, have had history of not staying in track at the back of the station wagon. Brand new rails put in at one time. Dealer tried to glue them down. Didn't work
Jul 2007 52000 mi US $434	Wire to memory seat buttons had gotten crimped and you had to hold the button while seat adjusted rather than push and release the button. Door lock sensor was bad so remote would lock all doors at one time, unlock drivers door, unlock rear hatch, but would not unlock all four doors and hatch at one time. Also caused warning bell to not sound when opening door with headlights still on.
Mar 2009 61000 mi US $329	Rain-sensing wipers run double time even when driving 5-10 miles an hour in light mist. Dealer first thought was a wire problem, then thought was speed switch on wiper lever, and now wants to see car again to try to figure out source of problem.

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Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States Feb 2007 - Jun 2011
Nov 2007 65000 mi US $100	Lost fuel pump - replaced and under warranty
Jan 2008 66000 mi US $100	ABS light came on - switch replaced ($4.00) part. Car is starting hard in winter and will be checked again.
Mar 2010 95000 mi US $1000	Had the Timing Belt and water pump replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States May 2008 - Jan 2022
Jul 2008 70000 mi	Replaced both catalytic converters
Jan 2011 136200 mi US $1200	Replaced spark plugs and battery and head gaskets
Mar 2011 122000 mi US $300	Replaced temperature sensor
Jan 2012 121800 mi US $1500	Replaced "combi" valve set
Mar 2012 131000 mi US $485	Engine light reappeared dealer recommended replacing the coil pack and ignition wires.
Sep 2012 136000 mi US $896	The steering wheel began to squeak like an old creaky door. Replaced steering wheel grommet. Replaced spark plugs.
Jan 2013 131000 mi US $300	Car was not providing full heat dealership cleaned the heater core system.
Aug 2013 145000 mi US $1900	Worn bushings in upper control arms replacement manifold gasket needed replacement rear differential leak engine mounts required
Jun 2015 162000 mi US $500	Starter replaced
Jul 2017 175998 mi US $215	Noise from front end replaced one control arm
Jun 2019 185565 mi US $700	Replace leaking transmission pan Replace faulty alternator
Dec 2019 188000 mi US $183	Heater core was cleaned due to lack of heat.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Mar 2007 - Jul 2013
Jun 2007 82000 mi US $150	Rear power window acctuator
Jan 2008 98000 mi US $500	Power Window Actuator Oil and filter change
Nov 2009 128000 mi US $950	Alternator. Required car to be put into 'Service Position' (remove entire front end) to replace altenator.
Sep 2010 138000 mi	still had ATF leak after accident repair was completed. Returned and the shop fixed issue (loose ATF hose to radiator).
Apr 2012 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!!).
Feb 2013 185000 mi US $2500	Head gasket. Second on this car.
Jul 2013 205000 mi	CEL on due to malfunctioning gas gauge.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2009 - Sep 2014
Dec 2009 126000 mi	Brake caliper bolts needed to be replaced due to binding. MIL came on for O2 sensor. Used Scan tool to monitor the output, found nothing amiss. Reset code and has not reappeared.
Feb 2010 127300 mi US $27	Blown headlight bulb. Passenger side again. Seems to need one every 18 months or so. Driver's is fine.
Jan 2012 129300 mi US $10	MIL indicated. Coolant sensor failure. PIA to replace, but inexpensive part.

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2014
Dec 2011 98000 mi US $324	Ignition switch failing, intermittent no start.
Oct 2013 113300 mi	Intermittent no start. Could not reproduce problem. Problem still exists.
Nov 2013 113600 mi US $187	Loose connection at starter produced intermittent no start.

Volkswagen Passat in Utah, United States Mar 2010 - Jan 2017
Nov 2011 95100 mi US $60	Failed timing belt tensioner. Found and fixed before catastrophic engine failure.
Sep 2014 143000 mi US $300	Replaced control arms.
Sep 2016 161000 mi US $140	2nd Coil pack went south as reported by VCDS. This one was a non OEM part that was only one year old. Going back to OEM for better longitivity.

Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States Jul 2009 - Jul 2012
Nov 2009 51000 mi US $780	Check engine light: faulty camshaft sensor; used VW recommended fix - rewired connections.
Dec 2010 64000 mi US $677	Replaced leaking valve cover gaskets, flushed cooling system.

Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States Aug 2006 - Mar 2010
Dec 2006 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,

Volkswagen Passat in Rhode Island, United States Apr 2012 - Feb 2016
Jun 2012 124000 mi US $310	CEL indicated low secondary air pump flow. Pump not working replaced. CEL remained with same code. Valve and vacuum hose replaced.
Jul 2012 125000 mi	Secondary air system CEL back on
May 2013 134000 mi US $110	oil pan crack developed - replaced oil pan
Jun 2013 135000 mi US $500	Replaced secondary air pump, O2 sensor, and evac system components.
Jul 2013 137000 mi US $110	O2 Sensor after the catalytic converter failed
Apr 2015 153300 mi US $350	Replace center muffler and exhaust pipes
Jul 2015 156700 mi US $700	Rear calipers were frozen and were replaced as were the rotors and pads.
Sep 2015 165000 mi US $495	Leaking hose. Intake manifold required to be removed for access.
Feb 2016 170000 mi US $150	Belt tensioner pulley

Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States Aug 2009 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011 101000 mi US $375	fuel pump had to be replaced

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Sep 2009 - Oct 2013
Oct 2009 88000 mi US $10	Secondary Air Intake Pump Vacuum lines replaced
Feb 2010 89000 mi US $1500	Cam seals
Sep 2011 113000 mi	Check Engine Light on - fault diagnosis is secondary air pump - only needed during warmup
Oct 2013 139000 mi US $360	Bearing noise

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Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2013
Jun 2012 93000 mi US $60	Valve cover gaskets blown due to issues with PCV system. Replaced gaskets. Replace PCV system and gaskets blown out as a result of PCV problems
Jan 2013 95800 mi US $2500	Control arm bushings worn out. Replace all control arms. PCV system components shot

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 104000 mi US $450	rebuilt front axle. Tear in CV, leaking grease and thump sound while driving.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Apr 2017 - Nov 2017
May 2017 98000 mi US $1000	Leaky valve cover gasket; replaced Bad CV joint; drive axle replaced
Jun 2017 100000 mi US $40	Hose to EGR valve replaced
Jul 2017 101000 mi US $300	Replaced both pre-cat oxygen sensors. 2 motor mounts replaced

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Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2017 - Oct 2017
Sep 2017 130000 mi	There is a vacuum related sensor and cable that was a pain to change but only about $100 in terms of the part - not far removed from another vacuum part - so at 15 years old, vacuum system starting to fail Seized rear left caliper , was disassembled, exercised, lubricated and seems ok. May chance caliper and will change brake fluid before winter . ,
Oct 2017 134000 mi US $200	Exhaust - car was purchased with marginal flex. Section and unserviceable coupling on the exhaust pipe - seems original

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Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States Oct 2015 - Mar 2018
May 2016 89300 mi US $600	broken exhaust tubes, change timing belt and pump.
Oct 2017 101000 mi US $260	left side tie rod

Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States Sep 2015 - Feb 2017
Dec 2015 208000 mi US $60	Motor mounts were leaking hydraulic fluid - replaced both of them. CV boot ripped - replaced both inner/outer boots.
May 2016 212000 mi US $185	Coolant leak - replaced fitting on rear of engine, then radiator started leaking - replaced radiator also.

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Sep 2016 - Dec 2016
Dec 2016 74000 mi	The ABS module was out. I could have driven without ABS, but it beeped almost randomly all the time. Estimate near $1000 to repair a car worth less than $1000.

Volkswagen Passat in South Dakota, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 72000 mi US $250	Replaced front right CV boot

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
Dec 2016 107000 mi	vapor recovery system rebuilt

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States Oct 2009 - Nov 2009
Nov 2009 65000 mi US $329	No one could seem to tell me why my car was misfiring and running rough until I did some research on the VW's and there it was another recall, on the coil pack. Some minor engine repairs. Also, VW never specified synthetic oil, but since turbos run very hot the regular oil turns to sludge. VW just started sludge recall in November, and mine was included. Sold it because feared future problems.

Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States Jan 2009 - Jan 2014
Feb 2009 117000 mi US $225	Replaced coil packs after misfire (at cranking) caused Check Engine light to come on. Multiple misfires recorded by computer.
Mar 2009 118000 mi US $40	Oil dipstick handle broke off, and dipstick tube disintegrated. Replaced both (fairly easy replacement).
Sep 2009 129000 mi US $100	Check engine light on. Computer says "running lean". Replaced gas filter and MAF.
Dec 2009 134000 mi US $360	Replaced thermostat.
Jan 2010 134000 mi US $200	Small coolant leak that I could not find. Mechanic also had trouble finding, had to remove parts (covers, hoses, maybe valve cover?) to find leaking hose and o-ring behind engine.
Feb 2010 134000 mi US $145	Coolant leakage continued. Had to replace plastic coolant piece (containing 3 orings) on rear of engine.
Jan 2011 137300 mi US $120	coolant fluid leaking from flange on rear of engine. Bought new flange, o-rings and replaced them. Also replaced coolant since I had drained radiator.
Jan 2012 160000 mi US $239	Rough downshift from 2 to 1. Replaced N91 solenoid on valve body. Also replaced filter and fluid for 4th time.
Feb 2012 161000 mi US $140	Transmission fluid temperature sensor gave intermittent failure message in computer log. Had to replace solenoid wiring harness inside transmission, which meant dropping pan again.
Mar 2013 175000 mi US $275	PCV system needed replacing. Plastic hoses had broken and cracked. Had to remove intake manifold to get to all items. Replaced plastic pipes, vacuum hoses, pcv valve. Had exhaust smell entering cabin.
Nov 2013 189000 mi US $160	Secondary air pump, which only runs at startup, became very loud. Replaced pump.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2010
Mar 2010 67000 mi	CEL had recently come on when sold.

Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States May 2010 - Jun 2018
Jun 2010 70000 mi US $1500	Water pump broke, timing belt also changed.
Jan 2011 77000 mi US $650	Coil springs broke
Dec 2012 100000 mi US $300	CV joint
Sep 2013 109000 mi US $215	Coolant leaks
Oct 2016 164200 mi US $500	water pump needed replacement, was leaking.

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Sep 2011 - May 2013
Jun 2012 218000 mi US $80	ABS warning light on. ABS module may be damaged. Vehicle i still not repaired. clicking sound from dashboard for turn signal. Sound continues after turn signal stalk disengages.
Dec 2012 228000 mi US $450	alternator replaced tuneup - plugs and coils replaced
May 2013 231000 mi	ABS never fixed

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2012
Feb 2012 113000 mi US $90	I replaced the Left and right Motor mounts, front snub mount. Parts were about $90 and I did the work myself.

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Oct 2008 - Apr 2009
Nov 2008 85000 mi US $500	cv joint replaced

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Sep 2008 - Oct 2009
Oct 2008 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.
Nov 2008 88000 mi US $800	Drivers side window fell and shattered inside door. Motor, clips, and glass replaced.
Dec 2008 94000 mi US $900	Heater core and control flap replaced. Core was leaking and fogging windows.
Jan 2009 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.
Feb 2009 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.
Jun 2009 112000 mi	Trunk will not open using release or keyfob. Dealer wants to replace entire release mechanism for 800.00. Will try to find a good independent.
Jul 2009 113000 mi	Replaced head unit.
Oct 2009 115000 mi	Car sold with trunk release not repaired. There were always a myriad of issues with the Passat-it was intermittently running hot but could not be duplicated and same with the "low oil" so even though it was well maintained it was wisely dumped for fear of sludge issue again.

Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2015
May 2013 133300 mi US $300	Broken u joint
Aug 2013 138000 mi US $500	Blower motor turns on and off sporatically
Nov 2013 141000 mi US $170	Sludge/condensation in oil Blower motor went out, no heat
Aug 2014 148600 mi US $800	Fell off the lift broken spring. UV joints also
Jul 2015	Check engine light came on, would not keep running, it was a engine failure light, and low oil pressure

Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States Mar 2006 - Feb 2009
Mar 2006 45000 mi	replaced heater in front passenger seat. This was a recall item and so was for no cost.
Apr 2006 49000 mi	Tensioner spring that assists in raising the driver seat broke. It was covered under warranty and repaired by the dealer.
Jul 2007 59000 mi US $200	Right outer CV joint went bad. Probably because outer boot failed. Replaced entire right axle assemble and left outer boot. I did the work myself. Right outer CV joint went bad. Probably because outer boot failed. Replaced entire right axle assemble and left outer boot. I did the work myself. Left boot was also splitting as so was replaced.
Aug 2008 69000 mi US $400	2 of 4 ignition cables were in bad shape. One had failed, leaving engine running on 3 cylinders.
Jan 2009 US $65	Driver's side axle CV joint worn out. Entire axle was replaced. The hood strut simply gave out and wouldn't hold the hood up any more. Replacement was simple.

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Mar 2007 - Sep 2011
May 2007 49000 mi	The drivers side heated seat stuck on high, even with engine and key off, causing dead battery. Dealer repaired under warranty (on Saturday morning).
Nov 2007 55000 mi US $71	repaired driver's side seat heater per recall, but passenger side quit working. driver side mirror defroster stopped working. while in shop for recall repair had it diagnosed ($39.00 charge). ordered part for future repair. scheduled trip to both repair passenger seat heater and repair driver sideview mirror defroster; was told element was "in" by service. was not in and will need to return (25 miles) for final repair. repair driver sideview mirror defroster; cost to repair $71, plus $39 for diagnosis.
Dec 2007 55000 mi	this was follow up (third trip) to correct an earlier recall problem with seat heater. the problem appears to be corrected.

Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Apr 2007 - Jun 2009
Jul 2007 80000 mi US $120	Fuel system coolant temperature sensor G62 was out of spec and needed to be replaced. It was accurately diagnosed by a DTC stored in the engine controller memory.
Mar 2008 90000 mi US $493	Exhaust down pipe (between cat. and front muffler) was rusted out and leaking exhaust. The vehicle was very loud.
Jan 2009 101000 mi US $795	Alternator replacement.

Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States Jun 2008 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 44000 mi US $480	CV Joint and boot replaced for 480 dollars

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2012
Apr 2008 52000 mi US $234	Replaced broken vac hose. Replaced a/c panel bulb.
Dec 2010 70000 mi US $670	oil leak cv boot
Jul 2011 74200 mi US $1250	Coolant leak repaired by replacing coolant hose flange outlet. Engine mount also replaced.
Dec 2011 77000 mi US $280	Water temperature sensor malfunction
Mar 2012 78000 mi US $171	Recirculating Air Valve Malfunction
May 2012 78600 mi	Replace timing belt, tensioner & water pump

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2011 - May 2012
Dec 2011 69050 mi	Attempted to determine why cylinder #1 was not firing. Claimed they couldn't reproduce problem. Replace right, outer CV boot Replace valve cover gasket, timing chain tensioner seal, and coolant flange on the back of the cylinder head. Investigated why cylinder #1 was not firing. Injector #1 losing pulse signal after 5 min, suspect ECU, which only dealer can replace.
Jan 2012 69350 mi US $346	Fuel injector not working.

Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 88000 mi US $1500	Sludge build up engine. Replaced oil pump, oil pick up tube and flush engine.

Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States Apr 2015 - Jul 2018
Aug 2015 146900 mi US $250	3 brake light in back
Dec 2015 159000 mi US $570	Fuel pump, Engine light was on.
Feb 2017 165000 mi US $400	New rotors New cv boot

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Jun 2015 - Oct 2015
Sep 2015 88000 mi US $350	driver side window

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Feb 2015 - Mar 2016
Oct 2015 66000 mi US $200	Replaced water pump with loose plastic impeller, timing belt w/ tensioner and pulley, serpentine belt and AC belt. Overheating incorrectly diagnosed as A-thermostat and B-fan clutch. Paid shop for both repairs. Saved $1,100 by doing this one myself.
Mar 2016 66000 mi	Was told by new owner that it needed axles (CV joints)? Replaced boots at 58k and axles were good.

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Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States May 2015 - Jul 2016
Oct 2015 166000 mi US $175	torn cv joint boots, coolant leak, vacuum hose leaked

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Oct 2008 - Jun 2011
Mar 2009 67000 mi US $390	Both left and right CV axles were replaced beacause of torn outer CV boots.
Mar 2010 77000 mi US $40	replaced cam tensioner and seal valve cover gaskets

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Oct 2017 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017 79000 mi US $100	CV boot R&R
Mar 2018 82000 mi US $400	Low voltage output from Alt, battery voltage below spec, too. Replaced alternator with rebuilt unit & installed new battery.
May 2018 83000 mi US $400	Rumbling sound when A/C running on hot day. Replaced auxiliary cooling fan; not it. Replaced viscous fan clutch--yes!. Also replaced engine snub mount & engine mounts due to obvious wear.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Aug 2007 - Mar 2009
May 2008 34100 mi C $2	Right rear window would not roll down, only up. Replaced plastic clip to hold glass to window regulator.

Volkswagen Passat in Missouri, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2012
Jan 2011 US $321	2 CV axles replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2006 - May 2008
Feb 2006 87279 mi US $989	Water pump failure. Timing Belt replaced
Jun 2006 98000 mi US $81	Replaced belly pan and dowel pins as old one ripped off. Replacement was for W8 engine.
Apr 2007 11000 mi US $256	Replace Leak Detection Pump and Gas Cap
Apr 2008 130000 mi	Trade-in, repairs required: Air Conditioning Compressor Exhaust Brakes Purge Valve

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Jul 2014 - Jun 2015
Mar 2015 151900 mi C $900	Linking oil and had camshaft work.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2013 - Aug 2014
Apr 2013 134200 mi US $250	Car was making noise when turning steering wheel to left; replaced front drive axle Exhaust flex pipe developed a crack and was making a very loud noise; replaced flex pipe.
Aug 2013 136100 mi	All struts and shocks preemptively replaced. The suspension was making noise when going over rough patches of pavement, but there weren't any real problems. I'd say it was mostly preventive.
Aug 2014 142000 mi	Window regulator was disconnected from the glass. Reattached. Windshield washer fluid sensor was stuck on low fluid warning. Replaced sensor. Break backing plate was loose and making noise. Straightened out plate.

Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Mar 2006 - Jun 2022
Oct 2009 83000 mi US $1	High mount LED brake light stopped working. It turned out that there was a protective diode inside the assembly that went out. Instead of buying a new part ($100) the diode was replaced ($1 at Radioshack) within half an hour.
Apr 2010 89000 mi US $25	Intermittent Coolant Temperature Sensor failure triggered the Check Engine Light. Replaced the sensor. DIY took about 30 minutes and $25 for parts.
Aug 2010 95000 mi US $100	Failed Diverter Valve replaced. Torn CV boot replaced on the passenger side. Torn CV boot replaced on the passenger side.
Jul 2011 105000 mi US $35	Torn driver side CV boot. Replaced the boot myself. $35 for parts.
Aug 2012 120500 mi US $250	Noisy right front wheel bearing. Replaced.
Jul 2013 129700 mi	Brake switch stopped working. Had an outstanding recall for the brake switch. Dealer did the replacement for free.
Nov 2013 133000 mi US $125	Driver door ajar switch stopped working. Replaced the whole door latch assembly with OEM unit. Found DIY online.
Jul 2014 138300 mi US $75	Turn signal relay started clicking on its own. This is, in most cases, not the relay fault. This is caused by dirty turn signal switch which causes current leakage that triggers the relay. Instead of cleaning, I decided to replace the switch
Sep 2015 149000 mi US $300	Water pump leak. This WP was replaced during the first Timing Belt job. Replaced WP along with (second) Timing Belt job which was due later this year anyway.
Apr 2016 155300 mi US $35	Torn passenger side CV boot (again). Replaced the boot myself. $35 for parts.
Nov 2016 159700 mi US $25	Replaced leaking plastic coolant flange at the back of the cylinder head. $25 and three hours of work in the tight spot.
Jan 2017 160500 mi US $10	Rough idle, CEL. Diagnostic scan showed multiple misfires and fuel mixture too lean: indication of vacuum leak. Plastic tee adapter under the intake manifold broke. Replaced with metal one from local auto shop. Took 15 minutes.
Jun 2017 165000 mi US $400	Flex pipe broke. Replaced with factory part. Replaced worn engine mounts (worn engine mounts contribute to excessive drive train movement which shortens flex pipe life). Factory parts used as well.
Jul 2017 165000 mi US $400	Shocks replaced on all 4 corners.
May 2018 173000 mi US $120	Battery died. Car won't start. Battery is replaced with OEM unit.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Jul 2012 - Dec 2014
Jul 2012 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2014 - Sep 2016
Dec 2014 147000 mi	turbo vacuum tubing decayed in the cold weather.
Jul 2015 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).
Oct 2015 151200 mi US $250	Front-left CV joint clicking, replaced CV joint and axle with cheap chinese part.
Nov 2015 151600 mi US $300	Coolant flange was leaking, had it replaced.
Aug 2016 156000 mi US $200	Both tie rod ends were shot, replaced both myself and then paid Sears for an alignment.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Jul 2011 - Nov 2015
May 2013 149500 mi US $254	Driver's side window got loose from drive motor, etc. window got stuck almost all of the way down and was out of its guides. Back end fell down in the door and the front of the window glass was sticking up (did not break).
Jan 2014 147100 mi US $14	Replaced the left headlight bulb (low beam H-7)
Apr 2014 157851 mi US $599	cv joint was replaced with a new part. RH side Both right and left outer CV boots were split open. Right CV Joint also had to be replaced.
Dec 2014 165000 mi US $210	Mysteriously, there was a small hole in the brake fluid reservoir. It was near the top at the RH rear corner of the reservoir. Brake fluid reservoir was replaced. MIL was lighted, the engine stalled once, this was what made me go to the mechanic. Per mechanic, fault codes seemed to indicate a bad crank sensor. Crankshaft sensor was replaced. It helped some, but engine light came back on the next day. When the sensor replacement didn't fix problem, mechanic suggested I had used poor quality oil (Mobil1). He recommended "engine flush" and then use higher quality oil. This worked! Light has not come on since. Oil sludging had been the cause
Nov 2015 170000 mi US $75	Multifunction Indicator Light is on again. It was determined that the car would not pass smog test without repairs. Cost would be around $2000 because trouble is with cam timing. Car runs ok, just won't pass smog. Selling...

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Jul 2011 - Aug 2013
Aug 2011 175000 mi US $100	coil replaced Oil warning light came on occasionally. Shop replaced oil pressure switch.
Jan 2012 184000 mi US $280	Replace power window regulator, driver door.
Nov 2012 195700 mi US $130	seized caliper
Mar 2013 200000 mi US $280	1. replaced ignition coil 2. replaced spark plugs 3. read and reset check engine light 4. engine tune
Apr 2013 200700 mi US $170	Replace 3 ignition coils Hole in exhaust system
Aug 2013 204000 mi	Broken coil spring, front driver-side

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Sep 2007 - Sep 2013
Aug 2008 58000 mi US $450	Rear window won't go down. Needs new regulator.
Dec 2008 64400 mi US $360	Thermostat found to be faulty. Coolant temp sensor also faulty.
Aug 2009 72000 mi US $225	Water coming in through drivers door seals.
Dec 2010 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.
Feb 2011 84400 mi	After having axles replaced, car vibrates noticeably at certain speeds and rpms. Shop claims that it's normal but it is only occurring after their "repair".
Mar 2013 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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Volkswagen Passat in Nebraska, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2013
Mar 2012 116000 mi US $500	CV boots were torn upon buying car, CV joints were bad, replaced axles. Parking brake cable ceased.
May 2012 118000 mi US $200	Passenger side motor mount failed, motor mount fluid leaked out. Replaced with upgraded solid rubber mounts (as opposed to fluid filled "active" variable stock mounts). Aftermarket replacement axle failed due to defective product. Was replaced under warranty.

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Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007 62000 mi	Radiator was weeping. Replaced radiator under manufacturer CPO program.
Jan 2008 67000 mi US $1267	Blown valve cover gasket resulting in oil leak. Replaced several gaskets and seals.

Volkswagen Passat in Tennessee, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2018
Oct 2007 54000 mi	Torque converter seal was leaking transmission fluid between the engine and transmission bell housing. Engine and transmission removed to replace torque converter seal.
Dec 2008 63000 mi US $15	Torn right front outer CV boot. CV joint still good, but replaced complete axle for $200 - put down $15 b/c a boot was all that was really needed.
Feb 2010 78000 mi US $600	Electric cooling fan was bad. Shop diagnosed and ordered part, owner installed. Transmission output shaft seal was replaced
Dec 2010 87000 mi US $500	Driver side half axle was replaced. Outer CV boot was ripped.
Jan 2014 107000 mi US $800	Front calipers rebuilt Replaced bushings and ball joints on front suspension Front struts replaced
Nov 2015 118000 mi US $500	Radiator leaking. Also replaced water pump as preventive maintinance
Sep 2017 141000 mi	ripped cv boot
Jan 2018 144000 mi US $500	Passenger side rear caliper seized. Replaced both rear calipers then flushed and bled brake system.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Jan 2010 96000 mi US $500	Timing retarded when warmed up. Labor was diagnosed at $2200 and parts at $7500. Same issue was covered under factory warranty at 42,xxx miles.

Volkswagen Passat in Nevada, United States Sep 2013 - Oct 2013
Oct 2013 120000 mi	took in for diagnostic for intermittent engine light. needs new transmission. can't justify cost at this time and will be trading in. Loved this car, but maintenance costs are high

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Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Mar 2006 - Mar 2010
Feb 2008 82000 mi US $550	CEL came on, sensor replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Sep 2016 238080 mi C $2013	driver window regulator

Volkswagen Passat in Puerto Rico - Nov 2008
May 2007 25000 mi US $800	shock absorbers needed to be replaced
Nov 2008 29500 mi US $3000	AC replacement, engine bolts replaced due to vibration

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Feb 2015 - May 2015
May 2015 145000 mi	Flex couplings and catalytic converter were determined to be bad

Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Oct 2014 - Jul 2016
Jan 2015 95000 mi US $80	Replaced breather tube and broken vacuum line.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Feb 2016 - Mar 2017
Feb 2016 65000 mi US $400	Ignition coils were replaced for the 3rd time in 2 years. Drivers side, seat heater burned a hole in the leather seat.

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Mar 2014 - Mar 2016
Feb 2015 78100 mi US $700	Oil leak. Replaced cam tensioner seals.

Volkswagen Passat in New Zealand Aug 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States Jun 2009 - Sep 2010
Mar 2009 69000 mi	Replaced EVAP Purge Valve
Aug 2009 76000 mi US $183	Check Engine light, replaced purge valve
Nov 2009 80000 mi US $700	Alternator
May 2010 90000 mi US $500	Very Small Evap Leak, Code P0456
Jun 2010 93000 mi US $185	Clip holding rear window broke
Aug 2010 93000 mi US $200	Exhaust leak at flex joint

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2018
Jul 2010 58000 mi US $65	Alternator failure & serpentine belt replaced. Engine temp sensor failure. Defective Thermal switch for cooling fan replaced.
Sep 2017 131874 mi US $1300	Flex joint connector & exhaust clap replaced oil pan crack. re -welded
Jul 2018 140000 mi	Engine support mounts worn Worn tie rod Wheel alignment needed Front tires worn out. Rear tires at 75% worn. Leaking front brake hoses.

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Jun 2004 - Jul 2015
Mar 2004 11283 mi	Brake booster vacuum leak.
Apr 2006 36943 mi	Recall on fuel pump.
May 2006 36977 mi	Replace blower motor.
Jul 2006 39007 mi	Replace temperature sensor.
Sep 2006 41982 mi	Cannister leaking charcoal.
Nov 2006 43180 mi	Replace vent motors.
May 2007 49702 mi US $55	Fuel system leak.
Mar 2010 80012 mi US $200	CV boot replacement. Replace CV Boot Rear break pad replacement and service. 80,000 mile service.
Mar 2011 88000 mi US $1300	Drive axle replaced. $270 Valve cover gaskets replaced. $160
Sep 2012 104000 mi US $175	Replace drive boot.
Nov 2013 115100 mi US $125	Replace torn boot.
Jun 2014 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.
Dec 2014 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.

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Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2010 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012 58280 mi C $200	Ignition Control Modules needed to be replaced ( 2 were damaged/worn out)

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Dec 2009 - Jun 2012
Dec 2010 115320 mi C $2400	3 month tune up found issues. Had recommended service completed. Engine gaskets. Catalytic converter.
Sep 2011 122140 mi C $900	Engine light ended up being MAF and cat and muffler assembly.
Oct 2011 122760 mi C $1700	engine light on again. reflashed computer and changed maf and hoses/clamps
Nov 2011 123560 mi C $900	Car hesistates on acceleration. Changed MAF and vaccuum hoses.
Jun 2012 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States May 2014 - Jun 2017
Jun 2016 139000 mi US $1100	Motor mounts. Other repairs

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Volkswagen Passat in Great Britain Jan 2013 - Jun 2013
Mar 2013 109000 mi £400	No heat from Heater.Motor to Marix,radiator and thermostat replaced

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Volkswagen Passat in Romania Oct 2007 - Feb 2008
Nov 2007 71920 mi	A soft noise coming from the dashboard like boiling of water, persistent for months.

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Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 124000 mi US $150	I took my car in to fix my window that was messed up on my front drivers door
Dec 2010 129000 mi US $227	heater core flashed and vacuum tube replaced

Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2010 - Jul 2012
Jul 2012 83000 mi US $940	AC Hose needed replacement

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada May 2012 - Jun 2012
May 2012 93000 mi C $900	power steering rack replaced with a rebuilt

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013 US $99	Replaced rear pads and rotors. Replaced brake fluid reservoir which had crack due to age. I think I'm finally going to have to buy a new car. After putting a lot of money in. I'm faced with a Turbo that's starting to fail, oil intake pump needs replacement, clutch is almost gone and the interior roof and side liner is separating.

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Dec 2014 - Mar 2015
Dec 2014 142000 mi	TCM flooded, gears only shifting in triptonic manual mode
Jan 2015 143000 mi US $300	Window regulator failure
Mar 2015 144000 mi US $500	Tensioner broke off

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Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2007 - Aug 2011
May 2008 58000 mi US $370	Drivers side CV boot was torn. Had to have the entire drivers side axle replaced.
Aug 2008 60000 mi US $235	Vehicle would stall while driving....sometime would not start on the first two to three attempts. Problem was a "Speed Sensor" that needed to be replaced. Successful outcome of repair.
Jun 2009 65000 mi US $350	passenger side CV joint boot was torn. axle was clicking when taking turn. Had the entire passenger side axle replaced with a new one.
Dec 2010 74000 mi	Check engine light, engine felt like it was misfiring. Coil packs were bad...there was an open recall/TSB for them and the dealership replaced them.

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Volkswagen Passat in Barbados Feb 2010 - Sep 2016
Jun 2011 62620 mi $30	Noise from worn control arm bushing Right rear passenger internal grab handle broke, door had to closed from outside.
Sep 2011 63240 mi $150	CV joint boot replacement
Oct 2011 63340 mi	Accessory belt
Jul 2012 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.
Dec 2015 72540 mi	Noticed lack of boost which on inspection was due to a loose return hose from turbo air cooler.
Aug 2016 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
Sep 2016 73780 mi $10	Rapidly losing coolant. Replaced seal on coolant temp sensor behind engine.

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Volkswagen Passat in New Hampshire, United States Mar 2003 - May 2008
Jan 2003 51000 mi	Replace 3 ignition coils, failed, under warranty, Prior to recall
Jul 2004 105700 mi US $80	Diagnose door remotes, no longer working. Dealer failed to repair.
Dec 2004 120000 mi US $368	Replace door latch assy
Sep 2005 147400 mi US $1660	Replace Cam Chain Adjuster, Cam Seals, Timing Belt and Adjusters
Dec 2006 197000 mi US $800	Driver door window regulator failed. Gaskets replaced because of leaks.
Sep 2007 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)
Mar 2008 239000 mi US $175	Temperature gauge reading erratic. Replaced ETC sensor.
May 2008 239000 mi	It was going to need a catalytic converter in order to pass the inspection, along with a timing belt and tune up. I felt that the financial cost was too high (about the value of the car) to pursue the repairs.

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Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012
Feb 2012 178000 mi	Ignition coil failed

Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 60000 mi US $42	Oil Can Henry's did not replace 12 bolts on the splash guard, so I had a dealer find everything missing and replace it.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Kentucky, United States Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007 66000 mi US $636	Oil Cooler needed to be replaced and expansion tank. I was told it happens on occasion for Passats. Also had routine oil change done.

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Mar 2016 - Apr 2016
Apr 2016 160000 mi	AC compressor needed replacing Horrific noise coming from flywheel

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Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Oct 2008 - Feb 2013
Aug 2011 81000 mi US $400	Front engine mounts replaced
Dec 2012 94000 mi US $400	Dealer wanted $200 more for same repair

Volkswagen Passat in Missouri, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2011
Jul 2010 90000 mi US $236	Loose outer tie rod replaced, would not pass state safety inspection.
Feb 2011 92300 mi	Plastic part (VW calls "funnel") that oil dipstick goes into, deteriorated, replacement part was $15.95, parts person said it was common for these to fall apart after 8-9 years. Kind of a part that used to be made of metal. Grrrrrr!
Jul 2011 94000 mi	Half axles needed to be replaced when sold. ABS light started coming on when sold.

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Apr 2013 - Mar 2015
May 2013 60300 mi US $500	Leaking seals

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2009
Jun 2009 78000 mi US $550	Replaced control arms before selling.

Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Apr 2010 - Feb 2011
Jun 2010 151000 mi US $226	A/C stopped blowing cold, found ambient temp switch disconnected from prev repair, system low on freon, evac and recharged. A/C pressure switch originally mis-diagnosed as problem and replaced.
Jul 2010 152000 mi US $250	Car had hard starting problems and stalling problems. Was diagnosed as a bad crank position sensor. Replacement fixed symptoms.
Sep 2010 155000 mi US $109	Check engine light came on, indicating a lean condition. Mass Air Flow sensor was checked using VAGCOM and found to be reporting less air-flow than normal. Sensor replaced.
Nov 2010 158000 mi US $250	Oil press light came on. Crankcase empty and coolant tank full of oil. Faulty oil cooler. Replaced oil cooler & hoses, coolant tank, thermostat, coolant temp sens. Flushed cooling sys & heater core 4 times with shout. Refill/Drain 2x w/g12.
Feb 2011 161000 mi	Oil pressure light came on. Pulled over and had car towed to shop. Oil pressure tested fine, faulty oil pressure switch diagnosed. Switch replaced, car drives fine and light has not come back on. Oil press light came back on. Happened to be near dealer when valves started rattling, took car to service dept and was told it needed a new engine, 5k-7k. Conferred with my mechanic who said it could just be a head, at a cost of 4k. Traded

Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States - Jan 2007
Jun 2004 25000 mi	Dealer replaced all 4 Coil packs after car started running on two cylinders.
Jan 2007 6500 mi US $130	Replaced both CV Joints and wheel bearings in front. Failing CV Joints will cause bearings to go bad if unattended.

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Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Jun 2012 - Oct 2016
Jan 2012 129000 mi US $1000	Heater core failed
Mar 2012 120485 mi US $144	coolant leak fixed. bad o ring MIL on vacuum leak found and fixed.
Nov 2013 140400 mi US $334	replaced cv and boot.
Jan 2014 141500 mi US $500	New fuel pump.
May 2014 145400 mi US $300	Installed new shocks and struts.
Jul 2014 147700 mi US $280	right CV boot ripped and replaced. Load check done on alternator.
Jun 2016 165000 mi US $150	Battery died
Sep 2016 167000 mi US $460	Inner and outer tierods and alignment
Oct 2016 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States Jul 2007 - Nov 2010
Sep 2007 59000 mi	completely sworn out control arms, frozen tie rod end
Nov 2008 73000 mi US $60	Had an engine light. Replaced oxygen sensor.
Dec 2009 83000 mi US $442	Preventative work - Boots around front axles very deeply cracked. replaced both.

Volkswagen Passat in Vermont, United States Oct 2009 - Apr 2014
Feb 2010 90000 mi US $203	Broken left front (driver side) coil spring
May 2010 91900 mi US $38	Hazard relay failed, replaced with new.
Aug 2010 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.
Sep 2010 94000 mi US $90	Replaced upstream oxygen sensor, cleared code, has not returned.
Feb 2013 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.
Jul 2013 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.
Mar 2014 115000 mi US $160	Cracked exhaust flex pipe. Repaired at independent exhaust shop.

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Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Mar 2010 - Sep 2013
Nov 2010 77000 mi US $125	Check engine light diagnosed as lean fuel in left intake bank. Fuel filter and sensor replaced. Problem solved.
May 2011 83000 mi US $950	Ignition coils (there are 8 in the W8) started intermitent failing. All 8 were replaced.
Aug 2011 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.
Sep 2011 88000 mi US $1200	Smell of oil burning on engine block revealed a leaking valve cover gasket. Both sides were replaced as precautionary.
Feb 2012 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.
Mar 2012 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.
Jun 2012 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.
Aug 2012 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
Oct 2012 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.
Jan 2013 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.
May 2013 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.
Jul 2013 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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Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Mar 2016 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017	Catalytic converter was failing and needed replacement at last DX. Car somehow passed smog.

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2013
Apr 2010 104600 mi US $95	F/L outer tie rod replaced
Oct 2010 110797 mi US $745	Alternator and alternator assembly replaced.
Apr 2011 115811 mi US $250	Replaced rear brake pads, rotors
Jan 2012 122469 mi US $821	Water pump broken, replaced by shop. Timing belt replaced at same time- preventive measure.
May 2012 125000 mi US $110	wiper fluid motor replaced
Jun 2012 125074 mi US $832	Replace left exhaust flex pipe, replace l/f axle
Sep 2012 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.
Dec 2012 128704 mi US $45	Coolant had leaked from car. Shop found loose connection in coolant system and tightened.
Jun 2013 130000 mi US $200	Coolant hose had a leak, shop installed replacement hose.
Jul 2013 130000 mi US $200	Exhaust making loud noise; "check engine light" on. Right front flex pipe was replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Nov 2009 - Jan 2017
Dec 2009 94860 mi C $520	While driving in the city at about 30 km/h inner joint of driver-side axle shaft suddenly self destructed (greasy bearings all over the road) leaving the car stranded with no drive. Replaced entire assembly with new part and two hours labour.
May 2011 106640 mi C $200	While changing to summer wheels, I noticed front passenger outer drive-shaft boot was shredded. Had local mechanic replace the part.
Jun 2011 106640 mi C $800	Loud rumbling noises coming from undercarriage. Exhaust sleeves were loose and worn. Replaced both (twin exhaust) at cost of $120 Very slow oil leak into spark plug wells - worn valve gasket. Has been an issue for the past 18 months. Decided to replace it now for approx. $500.
May 2012 111900 mi	Turn signals working intermittently or at double speed or not at all. Replaced two burnt out bulbs $6 - no change. Replaced the Hazard Relay Switch, $36, fixed. Problem might have been caused by incorrect shop-installed bulb.
Mar 2013 115320 mi C $100	MAF sensor dead. New part ($232) Dead alternator on startup.
Nov 2014 122840 mi C $200	Dead cylinder cleared.
Jun 2016 133920 mi C $80	Front passenger window regulator cable frayed and snapped due to water inside the door panel.
Jan 2017 123380 mi	Driver window regulator failed. Broken cable pulley. Window cannot be raised high enough to unbolt through panel access holes.

Volkswagen Passat in Oklahoma, United States Sep 2016 - Jul 2017
Sep 2016 166000 mi US $450	Replaced driver's side axle due to leaking boot and worn universal joint.
Mar 2017 168000 mi US $5	Recurring coolant leak from cabin heater core ( a known problem with this make/model) due to the plastic construction of the inlet/outlet tubes to the heater core. Since the plastic tubes are aged and brittle, a replacement will be needed. I simply bypassed the heater core with an elbow coupling to the engine coolant hoses to stop the leakage. Will repair at a more convenient time.
Jul 2017 168760 mi US $7	Leaking coolant on driver's side of engine, found leak from broken seam in the coolant reservoir; replaced with a used part (total time <15 mins.

Volkswagen Passat in North Dakota, United States Nov 2008 - Mar 2014
Dec 2008 99000 mi US $120	Left wheel bearing was slowly going out. The shop replaced it and there are no further issues. Replaced both drive axles when I discovered the CV boots were torn.
Jan 2010 139600 mi US $100	Rear windshield washer hose fitting broke off.

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Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States Jul 2011 - Sep 2016
Nov 2011 101000 mi US $215	Replaced leaking motor mounts

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States May 2007 - Aug 2010
Jun 2007 70000 mi US $200	ac fan replaced
May 2008 83000 mi	Tail light bulb replaced. You have to remove this whole panel and it seemed too complicated for me so I had it done at the VW dealership.
Jun 2008 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.
Jan 2009 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.
Aug 2009 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.
Nov 2009 96900 mi US $1000	cooling system
Apr 2010 100000 mi US $300	Engine light was coming on and it ended up being a thermostat/some kind of sensor...it was replaced.
Jul 2010 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..
Aug 2010 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

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2014
Oct 2009 101000 mi US $1000	Nozzle for the rear window washer replaced.
Apr 2010 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.
Mar 2011 113000 mi US $200	Windshield wiper fluid tank leaking. Repaired at a mechanics. Passenger side door handle broke. Ordered parts and fixed.
Oct 2011 115300 mi US $50
Feb 2014 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.
Mar 2014 134000 mi US $200	One oxygen sensor was replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Idaho, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2015
Dec 2012 107000 mi US $90	Replace both cam plugs at rear of engine.
Sep 2013 115000 mi US $75	surge tank for radiator cracked-fluid loss tripped COOLANT flash warning.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011 143840 mi C $245	Alternator replacement after alternator workshop warning, and gradual loss of drivability over 3 day period

Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States Jul 2006 - Oct 2013
Feb 2007 48000 mi US $125	All warning lights came on including stop engine after driving over 325 miles in extremely cold temperatures. Vehicle would not accelerate but rpms went up while depressing accelerator.
Jun 2008 59000 mi	Left low bean headlight bulb replaced.
May 2009 72000 mi US $60	All warning lights came on simultaneously. STOP ENGINE/low oil pressure. Stopped engine/retarted/ Loud clunk/then all lights reappeared/tach fluctuation/drove to shop.Reset all mods per computer analysis/Car runs poorly with airbag default light on
Jul 2009 73000 mi US $288	Air bag default warning came on, engine lost acceleration, all warning lights came on. Restarted engine, drove to shop with default light on and uneven acceleration. They reset the computer and the airbag default light went out. After unlocking the door and getting in, you must quickly start the engine or door will automatically lock and the theft alarm may sound until you turn the key. The door does not know it has been unlocked, opened and closed! For now we're living with it.
Jun 2011 85000 mi US $115	Stabilizer bar bolt worn out. Was replaced.
Mar 2012 93000 mi US $600	The Passat went in for service to have one oxygen sensor replaced and it also needed the temp sensor for the computer replaced in order to clear the check engine light.
Aug 2012 99100 mi US $115	tighten left front wheel - adjusted sway bar brackets
Apr 2013 103200 mi US $750	fluid leak
Oct 2013 106000 mi	Wiring, electrical components, and brake booster damaged when drain for battery well got plugged up, caused flooding of engine compartment. Airbag alert. Consuming oil and needed timing belt replacement.

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Jun 2016 - Dec 2016
Nov 2016 204700 mi US $450	battery did not charge, car stopped, replace alternator

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Dec 2007 - Jun 2017
Jun 2009 52000 mi US $104	Airbag warning light came on. Problem was diagnosed and defective part (left seat belt buckle) was ordered. I was told it was OK to drive it.
Aug 2010 61000 mi US $621	replaced both motor mounts
Jan 2013 83800 mi US $26	Check ABS light came on but no problems were detected.
Oct 2013 75200 mi US $538	Removed and replaced passenger-side mirror housing, it wouldn't fold inwards.
Jun 2014 77000 mi US $189	Replaced inside door handle on passenger side.
Sep 2015 83000 mi US $51	Replaced strut that holds up the hood.
Mar 2016 83000 mi US $18	back wiper hose comes off
Sep 2016 85000 mi US $143	replaced output shaft seal it was leaking transmission oil

Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Feb 2012 - Sep 2014
Mar 2012 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.
Jun 2012 82000 mi US $1350	Timing Belt Replaced. Water Pump Replaced. 2 Belts replaced. Vent on A/C unit fixed.
Dec 2012 90000 mi US $450	The dash PRND432 light came on and stayed on all the time no matter what gear car was in.
Jan 2013 91000 mi	One day driving I noticed that my 'gear indicator' row of buttons was all lit. Dealer did some diagnostics, indicating this was a nightmare to repair, but nothing dangerous to drive with. Cost to chase it down was prohibitive. Just driving.
Sep 2014 96000 mi	Power passenger seat quit working.

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Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2012
Jun 2012 70000 mi US $900	waterpump

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Dec 2013 - Jan 2019
Jun 2014 115000 mi US $350	A/C compressor clutch failed.
Jul 2015 122500 mi US $600	split CV boot needed replacement exhaust system flex couplings required replacement
Dec 2015 128000 mi US $50	worn out wiper arm
Feb 2016 128900 mi US $200	Broken wire in harness going to left rear door.

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Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Mar 2009 - Apr 2014
Sep 2009 76627 mi US $1355	Replace both front axles with VW axles
Oct 2009 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
Aug 2010 82000 mi	Leaky coolant flange replaced (299.85+tax) Brake booster vacuum pump replaced under warranty (was replaced less than 12 months ago).
Feb 2011 85000 mi	Little to no heat. Shop flushed heater core. Problem fixed. Water entering front passenger side. Repaired problem myself by pulling down headliner and noticing that sunroof drain tube had become disconnected. Reconnected drain tube and replaced headliner.
Nov 2011 93700 mi	Right engine mount leaking fluid. Decided to postpone repair.
Dec 2011 95000 mi	Fluid leak. Diagnosed as coolant leak from coolant flange o-ring. Fixed under warranty, as coolant flange had been replaced 15 months earlier. Little to no heat in cabin. Heater core clogged. Heater core filled with caustic solution then flushed.
Sep 2012 103000 mi US $130	Coolant leak. Diagnosed as problem with coolant tank and/or cap. Coolant tank and cap replaced.
Oct 2012 104000 mi	Coolant leak continuing. Replaced o-ring on temperature sensor.
Nov 2012 105000 mi	Continued coolant leak after 2 unsuccessful repair attempts. Replaced o-ring at coolant flange pipe.
Nov 2013 118000 mi	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) No heat. Shop flushed the heater core.
Jan 2014 108500 mi	Engine oil pressure light; shop proposed engine flush as part of diagnosis. Separately, identified PCV valve broken and oil leak.
Apr 2014 121000 mi	Problems reported earlier still present when sold.

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2007 - Jun 2011
Aug 2008 184000 mi US $504	Shocks were replaced front and rear.
Sep 2008 186000 mi	ABS unit went bad. Not a real safety concern, so will get unit refurbished and re-installed at a later time.
Feb 2009 201000 mi US $120	Cable of front window regulator broke at the motor - cable got chewed up and could not be re-attached. Replaced window regulator.
Jan 2010 226000 mi US $770	Replaced turbo.
Mar 2010 230000 mi US $250	Replaced torque converter.
Jul 2010 240000 mi US $75	Replaced engine speed sensor.

Volkswagen Passat in Indiana, United States Aug 2007 - Dec 2015
Mar 2008 66000 mi US $24	Passenger side constant velocity (CV) boot failed and threw grease inside wheel well.
Nov 2008 72400 mi US $21	Replaced drivers side VC joint.
Feb 2009 75000 mi US $105	The side motor mounts had failed and released the dampening fluid. Both side mounts were replaced.
Apr 2010 83300 mi US $42	Oil was leaking from the passenger side of the engine in both the front and rear corners. Valve cover gasket was replaced.
Mar 2015 125000 mi US $250	Drivers side CV joint boot was split and needed to be replaced Valve cover gasket was leaking and needed to be replaced. Replaced VC gasket and adjuster gasket

Volkswagen Passat in New Mexico, United States Feb 2009 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009 76000 mi US $849	Door actuator replaced. Brake sensor replaced. Vacuum lines replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Dec 2008 - Aug 2012
Aug 2009 122000 mi US $30	Replaced windshield washer head.
Apr 2012 129700 mi US $30	Engine trouble code P0171. Parts store guy recommended injector clean. While researching possible causes on web, found several had refer suction hose failure. Inspected mine, bad. Got new hose, cleared code. No repeat.
Jun 2012 133000 mi US $130	A/C not cooling. Complete system check revealed nothing more than low refrigerant.
Aug 2012 133000 mi	Evaporative emission trouble. Can drive with lowered mpg but CEL being on I can't tell when another issue arises.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Nov 2008 - Nov 2011
Feb 2009 116000 mi US $615	New timing belt and new water pump at the same time. Total cost for these items was $447.
Jul 2009 123000 mi US $332	O2 sensor was malfunctioning. Replacement sensor ordered, installed and warning light went out and has stayed out.
May 2011 157000 mi US $493	Replaced some axle parts on each front side based on muffled ratcheting sound we noticed. Long trip after repair and seemed more solid and noise gone.
Nov 2011 162000 mi	Oil pressure light on I-5, could not get to a garage or have anybody test the oil pressure before engine quit. Approx $7,500 to fix. Lack of oil pressure caused by sludge that had clogged the oil path. Sold car for $500.

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States May 2003 - Mar 2010
Sep 2003 9088 mi	Replace Ignition Coils (4)
Dec 2008 67010 mi US $95	Replace vacuum hose from combi valve to intake. Replace vacuum hose from fuel pressure regulator to intake manifold. Replace ignition coil cylinder 1.
Jun 2009 70000 mi US $60	CV Joint Boot torn and replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States May 2008 - Oct 2011
Jul 2008 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.
Feb 2009 98000 mi US $365	Turn signal stopped working. Replaced hazard switch in dash. Flexible exhaust pipe broke, between cat and mufflers, causing extremely loud exhaust. Independent mechanic replaced pipe.
Dec 2009 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.
Jan 2010	Intermittent starting problem - still undiagnosed - leaning toward starter issue.
Feb 2010 116600 mi US $300	Starter replaced
Dec 2010 133000 mi US $35	Bad connector on blower motor, replaced by independant mechanic, not under warranty.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2011
Mar 2011 122000 mi US $600	My engine keeps not turning over. Nobody can find where the drain on the battery is. It is not the alternator. My car just suddenly won't start in the morning. I am going to have to get rid of it if we can't repair it.

Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States Jul 2006 - Jun 2015
Sep 2008 43000 mi US $100	Hose was replaced to get rid of check engine light and to pass smog test.
Jun 2010 52000 mi US $350	Refilled freon for the AC.
Aug 2010 53000 mi US $75	Torn vacuum hose replaced.
Dec 2013 91000 mi US $2500	Transmission had to be rebuilt.
Jan 2014 91000 mi US $350	Transmission had to be fixed again after it was not fixed properly the first time.

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2015
Dec 2011 80000 mi	Passenger headlight bulb replaced. Replaced all four coil packs under recall program.
May 2012 82000 mi US $120	Replaced headlights due to severe clouding of plastic lenses
Oct 2013 98000 mi US $100	Coolant expansion tanked cracked and leaked coolant.

Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States Nov 2014 - Jan 2017
Sep 2015 223000 mi US $100	Cooling system reservoir
Jan 2017 US $200	replaced bad coil

Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2007 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 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

Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2007 - Jan 2009
Apr 2008 94000 mi US $1050	Both CV boots/axels were replaced - ripped boots caused loss of grease.

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Mar 2011 - Jan 2012
Oct 2011 30000 mi US $85	Hydraulic hood strut lost oil and would not hold hood open. Hood strut replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Rhode Island, United States Nov 2007 - Dec 2008
Jul 2007 86500 mi US $350	Passenger-front window regulator replaced
Jan 2008 95000 mi US $450	Driver-front axle replaced
Mar 2008 90000 mi US $1800	Replaced timing belt, fluids, water pump, tensioner, etc
Sep 2008 102500 mi US $350	Driver-front window regulator replaced

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States - Jan 2008
Jan 2008 115000 mi US $450	Heater Core Flush

Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2008 - Dec 2013
Dec 2008 57478 mi C $165	Check engine light flashing and car vibrating badly - diagnostic turned up faulty ignition coil (#1) - replaced
Mar 2009 62546 mi C $424	Replaced coolant temp. sensor (due to check engine light); replaced secondary air hose (leaked)
Jul 2009 67063 mi C $88	Vacuum leak - replaced broken vacuum hose front - the intake to the vacuum valve Turn signal wouldn't continue to flash - Flasher relay faulty - replaced.
Feb 2010 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.
Apr 2010 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)
Jan 2011 90978 mi C $1063	Coolant warning light had come on. Shop performed diagnostics and discovered leak at cylinder head and cracked coolant bottle. Gave estimate for repair. During scheduled service inspection turned up requirement for Left and Right outer CV boots and possibly CV joints. Repair estimate given. Left and right CV axle shaft assemblies were replaced. Cooling hose flange and seals replaced, expansion tank replaced Coolant warning light had come on. Shop performed diagnostics and discovered leak at cylinder head and cracked coolant bottle. Gave estimate for repair. During scheduled service inspection turned up requirement for Left and Right outer CV boots and possibly CV joints. Repair estimate given. Cooling hose flange and seals replaced, expansion tank replaced. Left and right CV axle shaft assemblies were replaced.
Mar 2011 94860 mi C $41	Left cover was off causing connectors to corrode. Leaned connectors and replaced cover. Recommend new headlight wiring harness (Est: $255 + tax)
Feb 2012 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.
Oct 2012 122020 mi C $73	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. Previous repair did not eliminate warning lights - returned for further diagnosis - electrical issue - between systems and warning light triggers - repair not attempted as shop did not have access to necessary electrical diagrams. Need dealr Diagnostic inspection for brake fault light, etc not clearing.DTC's GFF, Power and Ground, fuses, power and ground at ABS module - all OK. Requires ABS control module. Quote: 1980.00(VW) or used 650.00 (90 day warranty) Repair not done:$$
Oct 2013 136400 mi	Coolant leak diagnostic - coolant flange special order; reg inspection turned up valve cover gasket and timing adjuster gaskets leaking oil - parts special order Installed SOP Coolant flange on rear of cylinder head. Topped Coolant. Re-checked for leaks. Road tested - ok Replaced leaking valve cover and cam adjuster gaskets
Dec 2013 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).

Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States Mar 2006 - Apr 2010
Nov 2006 62582 mi US $75	CV Boot replaced, new tires Emergency flasher sw
Mar 2010 86578 mi US $3212	Emission control CPU, new timing belt, new water pump

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Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada Apr 2006 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008 83080 mi C $600	Oil was leaking in several places---cracked gasket.

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Apr 2006 - Jul 2015
Dec 2010 150000 mi US $175	CEL-replace vacuum hose
May 2011 156000 mi US $300	cv boots
Apr 2012 164000 mi US $188	Reset readiness monitor/run drive
Jun 2012 167000 mi US $242	Evap system leak-replace evap purge valve
Sep 2012 170000 mi US $488	Replace flex pipe/exhaust repair emergency brake caliper
Dec 2012 170000 mi US $354	Replaced left and right CV joints
Mar 2013 174000 mi US $320	Replace thermostat
Jul 2015 186000 mi US $100	Cel, p0441 code. Replaced gas cap.

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Apr 2015 - Mar 2016
Apr 2015 157000 mi	Radiator was leaking. Replaced all the hoses.
Jan 2016 168000 mi US $280	Lights - Right headlight was burnt out. Serpentine Belt needed to be replaced.

Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States Aug 2008 - Jul 2013
Sep 2008 95000 mi US $10	Coolant temperature sensor went out, replaced in about an hour with new sensor, O-ring. Total cost $10, total PITA to get to and replace though
Mar 2009 100000 mi US $100	Coolant temp. sensor broke loose from it's housing.
Sep 2009 109000 mi	Frayed and broken vacuum line, replaced stock fabric wrapped rubber with silicon
Mar 2010 115000 mi US $120	All four coil packs failed. I upgraded to "bolt down" style packs as opposed to the stock "push down style."
Jul 2012 143500 mi US $400	Timing belt tensioner broke causing the timing belt to lose teeth. Motor was almost destroyed. Motor was compression tested, timing belt, water pump and timing belt tensioner replaced.
Mar 2013 152000 mi US $200	ABS module failed, module was removed and sent out for repair as a new one would cost 1200 vs 200
Jul 2013 155000 mi US $100	Brake line failed and was leaking fluid into the wheel

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2020
Oct 2011 85000 mi US $100	Cel came on - code indicated o2 sensor or hoses - hose was replaced
Jun 2014 98000 mi US $600	Front CV axles replaced Trunk Hinge required replacement
Mar 2018 109000 mi US $500	Rear caliper failed, leaking fluid. Both Rear Calipers replaced Front driver side window malfunction - Window Regulator Replaced
May 2018 111000 mi US $250	Parking brake cable failed and was replaced

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Dec 2009 - Oct 2014
Sep 2011 64000 mi US $500	thermostat. Also changed many maintenance items associated with timing belt change. CV joint (new axle installed).
Aug 2012 72300 mi US $300	Left front axle
Oct 2012 72300 mi US $1000	replaced secondary air intake system including pump, valve, hoses
Apr 2013 75500 mi US $1000	Cam Tensioner was replaced.
Jan 2014 75000 mi US $1000	replaced catalytic converter. probably caused by mechanic who overfilled oil.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2010 - Apr 2012
Oct 2010 62000 mi US $200	Vacuum leak
Jul 2011 65000 mi US $1500	CV boots
Apr 2012 67000 mi US $170	Flex pipe exhaust leak

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
May 2007 82000 mi US $650	Timing belt, water pump and related components. This was not an "emergency repair". It was a planned maintenance since I keep cars for a long time.

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States May 2011 - Jun 2012
Jul 2011 112200 mi US $400	Oil leak; gasket replaced

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States Feb 2004 - Mar 2010
Nov 2004 27704 mi	Replaced broken glove box lid and light - warranty
Jun 2005 36044 mi	Replaced blown headlight bulb right front - warranrty
May 2006 49613 mi	VW Open Recall Install drivers side seat heater harness/Install updated seat heater switch passenger side
Jan 2007 65904 mi US $52	Replaced bulb A/C control panel. Replaced burned out driver's side marker bulb.
Jun 2007 67000 mi US $296	Replaced passenger outer CV boot - broken
Jul 2007 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.
Mar 2008 78500 mi US $975	Replace driver's side outer CV Boot, Replace valve cover gasket, replace vacuum hoses

Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2010 - Mar 2016
Jun 2011 109000 mi US $53	Airbag light came on. Independent repair shop identified problem: Passenger side curtain airbag. Advised me to not do anything unless it comes on again.
Jul 2013 122200 mi US $400	both lowbeams
May 2014 126000 mi US $154	Windshield washer pump was leaking washer fluid
Jul 2014 130700 mi US $555	rust made hole in exhaust system
Apr 2015 135200 mi US $30	replaced coil pack A/C not working, probably compressor or clutch. Choose not to repair at this moment

Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States Jun 2012 - Jul 2012
Jul 2012 182000 mi US $35	removed oil pan and installed new oil pickup tube. Engine was making extremely loud noises. changed oil to Mobil 1 (0w40). runs perfect now.

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada Sep 2012 - Nov 2015
Jan 2013 104160 mi C $230	Belt Tensioner
Nov 2013 111600 mi	Burnt out passenger side headlight
Dec 2014 119040 mi C $800	Water leak. Drivers seatbelt was damp after car being outside in rain. Leak in sunroof drains. Trunk lid would not pop up or rise easily. Trunk strut.

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Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States May 2015 - Aug 2015
Aug 2015 59000 mi	Hole in exhaust near the front.

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Jun 2010 - Jan 2011
Jul 2010 95000 mi US $1200	Faulty ABS sensor

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States Aug 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014 170000 mi US $518	Both valve covers leaking oil. The left leaked severely. The right valve had chain tensioner leaking, did not replace to avoid paying $600 more. Coolant temperature switch and seal was replaced to stop coolant leak. Temp sensor replaced.

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Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Jul 2010 - Nov 2010
Aug 2010 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.
Nov 2010 138000 mi	Needed new catalytic converters when traded.

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States Oct 2007 - Oct 2011
Nov 2008 107000 mi US $400	Valve cover leaked, ignition cables damaged, 2 plugs cracked, all replaced and engine tune up peformed. Running great now.
Apr 2009 115000 mi US $600	Radiator replaced due to slow leak.
Nov 2009 127000 mi	cat codes
May 2010 134000 mi US $285	Immobilizer failed. "Coil" or antenna unit inside dash replaced by dealer. This is my 2nd replacement!
Apr 2011 154000 mi	Both rear springs broken, replaced along with rear struts.

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Jan 2012 - Apr 2013
Nov 2012 74500 mi	Turn signal fault - Ghost signaling. Fixed with a focused spray of WD-40 into the turn signal stalk base. VW Vortex forums save my sanity again.
Dec 2012 75000 mi	Auto dim mirror fails to stay switched on. Finally hacked the switch to stay in the "on" position with a rubber band. Looks bad but at least I'm not getting blinded at night any more.
Feb 2013 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.
Apr 2013 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Utah, United States Feb 2007 - Mar 2016
Mar 2009 65000 mi US $210	Replaced worn Rt side front wheel bearing.
Oct 2010 80000 mi US $600	Inner and outer tie rods replaced.
Aug 2011 88000 mi US $120	Engine Speed Sender (Sporadic), Removed and replaced.
May 2012 96000 mi US $2220	R&R'd Springs, shocks, control arms, and tranny and motor mounts.
Aug 2013 106000 mi US $100	Cam caps were leaking oil. R&R'd cam caps.
Mar 2014 110000 mi US $65	Leaking heater hose. R&R.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2010
Jul 2010 71000 mi US $200	Transmission was discovered to be burned out. Discovered leak in A/C compressor.
Aug 2010 71000 mi US $175	Rainwater leak, unsuccessfully addressed by recall, soaked transmission control module. 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Feb 2010 - Aug 2014
Dec 2012 90000 mi	Cranking problem
May 2013 93000 mi US $1700	Intermittent engine temp. Bad sensor, thermostat, leaking water pump.
Sep 2013 95000 mi US $450	Out of alignment and needed frozen tie rod replaced.
Aug 2014 101000 mi	Cracked fuel tank, on top. Quoted $4,000, traded car.

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Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States Nov 2012 - Jan 2017
Mar 2014 188000 mi US $200	Broken drivers side cv axel
Jan 2017 186000 mi	oil leak about a quart every 6 months or 5000 miles

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012 124000 mi US $1800	Failed compressor

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Volkswagen Passat in Indiana, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008 48000 mi US $400	Rear passenger side door lock was not opening/closing. Had to manually push the knob in to lock/unlock it. Apparently it was an issue with the lock relay. Was replaced under CPO warranty.

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States Aug 2006 - Mar 2010
Nov 2006 98000 mi US $220	3 vacuum hoses needed to be replaced
Dec 2006 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
Jan 2007 101000 mi US $388	replaced valve cover gasket as the engine had an oil leak
May 2007 107000 mi US $720	oil leak, replaced several gaskets
Jun 2007 108000 mi US $350	persistent oil leak on engine

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States Sep 2006 - Mar 2007
Feb 2007 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.

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 50000 mi US $600	Right front axle shaft damaged Faulty wire to power window motor

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Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
Aug 2012 175000 mi US $410	needed new rotors and brake pads on back and also needed 2 calipers on both back tires

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Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007 65000 mi US $500	evaporator plugged and draining into passenger floor board. Design flaw..drain tube hard to get to and subjected to too much heat from manifold. Second occurance in two years. Mechanic not sure if problem is permenantly fixed. Also found damaged CV boot

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Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
Aug 2012 180000 mi US $50	A/C hose crack, and now I have to replace another A/C hose

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