2003 Volkswagen Passat Problems and Repair Histories
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Volkswagen Passat Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2003 | Volkswagen Passat | 40 Passats, 9.0 months of data per Passat, average 124600 miles90 |
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2003 Volkswagen Passat
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| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 70000 | 900 | Water pump leaking. Replaced timing belt as preventative. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Chile | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 41540 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 42780 | 1300 | Water pump and thermostat failure at 69,000 KM. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Wyoming, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 97000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 98000 | 7500 | Transmission needed to be replaced |
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 97000 | 300 | Timming belt replacement |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 118000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 120700 | 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 | 123300 | 0 | Leaking coolant |
| Sep | 2012 | 128000 | 128 | ignition coil bust on Cylinder #2 Check Engine light has come on again! |
| Apr | 2013 | 134000 | 480 | Engine and transmission mounts broken. Ignition coil bust. Again! |
| Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 97000 | 1527 | One spark plug coil failed Replaced timing belt and water pump Headlight and 3 running lights replaced |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 0 | Engine runs rough when cold. Reset computer. | |
| Oct | 2006 | 79 | Oil pump replaced under warranty. | |
| Sep | 2007 | 53000 | 0 | Brake light switch recall |
| Sep | 2008 | 65000 | 550 | universal joints replced. |
| Jan | 2009 | 71000 | 15 | Replaced low beam headlight. Done by owner with no labor costs. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 112000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 113000 | 650 | replace oil pump and oil pan flex pipe between catalytic converter and muffler cracked |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 123000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 124000 | 150 | I took my car in to fix my window that was messed up on my front drivers door |
| Dec | 2010 | 129000 | 227 | heater core flashed and vacuum tube replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 60140 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 60760 | 250 | Signal indicator would continue "clicking" or "click" sporadically even without lights flashing. Replaced turn signal lever (faulty contacts). |
| Dec | 2008 | 71300 | 1500 | Boots cracked, leaked lubricant, had to replace driveshafts (both). Head gasket leak, replaced. |
| Jul | 2009 | 75640 | 0 | Passenger seat heater stopped working, switch was replaced for 2nd time (original warranty recall). |
| Oct | 2009 | 79360 | 300 | Engine oil major leak - oil cooler failed. Replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | 83080 | 0 | Seat heater does not work, replaced switch, still does not work |
| Mar | 2011 | 93620 | 1000 | Water pump failed, caused engine to overheat. As a result, timing belt was changed at same time. |
| May | 2011 | 95320 | 250 | Wheel bearings replaced |
| Jan | 2012 | 105780 | 200 | Oil Seals leaking, had to be replaced |
| Feb | 2013 | 121760 | 200 | Broken caliper |
| Mar | 2013 | 122760 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 74000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 100000 | 440 | leaking gasket |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 51 | Replace broken dipstick funnel. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | recall M7-12 replace fuel pump | |
| Jan | 2007 | 31700 | 0 | No repairs, rr door trim replaced on warranty at month no.2 |
| May | 2007 | 35000 | 0 | "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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 79000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 111000 | 1500 | Replaced clutch. |
| Apr | 2013 | 125000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Kenya | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 49600 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 50840 | 31600 | the exhaust had a defect |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Moscow City, Russia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 65720 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 70340 | 0 | Steering column universal joint squeak |
| Jul | 2010 | 71600 | 50 | Right horn (low-pitch tone) died |
| Sep | 2010 | 73160 | 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 | 15 | Steering column U joint replaced |
| Nov | 2012 | 88000 | 100 | AC Compressor tensioner roller |
| Mar | 2013 | 89900 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 1325 | Water pump replaced. Went ahead and changed timing belt,rollers, serpentine belt | |
| Jan | 2011 | 98000 | 80 | CEL on. Ran VagCom. Indicated faulty MAF. Replaced with new MAF. |
| Sep | 2011 | 112000 | 180 | Fuel pump bad, replaced |
| Apr | 2012 | 120300 | 85 | Torn CV boot, replaced passenger side half shaft with new CV's and boots. |
| May | 2013 | 133000 | 50 | Engine hood support arm. Took 5 minutes to replace. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 44000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 50000 | 600 | Thermostat failed and needed replaced. Illumination for HVAC controls went out. Bulb replaced. |
| Feb | 2008 | 52000 | 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. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 84320 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 115320 | 344 | Needed to replace rear brake rotors and pads. Replaced both low beam headlight bulbs (1 burnt out). |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
270-horsepower 4.0L W8 6-speed manual AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 113460 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 114080 | 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. |
| May | 2012 | 123220 | 800 | Front and rear brake pads and rotors replaced |
| Dec | 2012 | 130200 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
270-horsepower 4.0L W8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 111000 | 0 | Cam chain adjuster throwing error codes. Problem solved through early oil change combined with Seafoam to remove varnish. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 108000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 110000 | 1100 | Antifreeze was leaking and had to replace water pump and have timing belt replaced |
| Aug | 2011 | 133000 | 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 | 1265 | Water pump failed which caused a problem to the timing belt which had to be replaced also. |
| Jun | 2012 | 135000 | 550 | Heater Core has gone out but did not fix. However had to replace the catalytic converter |
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 51000 | 0 | 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 | 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 | 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. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 89000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 91000 | 1064 | Oil leak, burning smell when drive car. |
| Jun | 2009 | 94000 | 0 | Small oil leak from valve cover onto exhaust. Burning smell when engine cold. |
| Oct | 2009 | 99000 | 240 | Replace torn front CV joint boot. |
| Dec | 2009 | 103000 | 300 | Replace front and rear disc brake pads. |
| Feb | 2010 | 105000 | 1000 | New timing belt and water pump. |
| May | 2011 | 122000 | 700 | replace front wheel bearings. Control arm broke during repair and was replaced free by dealer. |
| Dec | 2011 | 134000 | 50 | Reset computer before smog check |
| Mar | 2012 | 139000 | 350 | Replaced loose motor mount. |
| Jun | 2012 | 143000 | 300 | Leaking heater hoses replaced, losing coolant. |
| Oct | 2012 | 149000 | 160 | Replace engine serpentine belt. |
| Feb | 2013 | 154000 | 700 | Heater core leaking and no heat in car. Replaced heater core. |
| May | 2013 | 158000 | 2000 | Leaks in thermostat housing and hoses. Replaced hoses, timing belt, and other parts during repair. |
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 96700 | 60 | Failed timing belt tensioner. Found and fixed before catastrophic engine failure. |
| Mar | 2013 | 125000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 83000 | 940 | AC Hose needed replacement |
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 115000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 126000 | 130 | 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 | 127500 | 27 | Blown headlight bulb. Passenger side again. Seems to need one every 18 months or so. Driver's is fine. |
| Dec | 2010 | 129000 | 300 | Brakes needed normal replacement. |
| Jan | 2012 | 145300 | 10 | MIL indicated. Coolant sensor failure. PIA to replace, but inexpensive part. |
| Mar | 2013 | 160000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 100 | Lost fuel pump - replaced and under warranty | |
| Jan | 2008 | 100 | ABS light came on - switch replaced ($4.00) part. Car is starting hard in winter and will be checked again. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 95000 | 1000 | Had the Timing Belt and water pump replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 150 | Rear power window acctuator | |
| Jan | 2008 | 500 | Power Window Actuator Oil and filter change | |
| Nov | 2009 | 126700 | 950 | Alternator. Required car to be put into 'Service Position' (remove entire front end) to replace altenator. |
| Aug | 2010 | 138000 | 1100 | car was in accident, while being repaired, timing belt was requested to be replaced (had not replaced it yet since new). |
| Apr | 2012 | 160700 | 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 | 180300 | 2500 | Head gasket. Second on this car. |
| Mar | 2013 | 182000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 51000 | 780 | Check engine light: faulty camshaft sensor; used VW recommended fix - rewired connections. |
| Dec | 2010 | 64000 | 677 | Replaced leaking valve cover gaskets, flushed cooling system. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 121000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 124000 | 310 | CEL indicated low secondary air pump flow. Pump not working replaced. CEL remained with same code. Valve and vacuum hose replaced. |
| Jul | 2012 | 126000 | 0 | Secondary air system CEL back on |
| May | 2013 | 133000 | 110 | oil pan crack developed - replaced oil pan |
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 88000 | 10 | Secondary Air Intake Pump Vacuum lines replaced |
| Feb | 2010 | 89000 | 1500 | Timing Belt, Waterpump. Cam seals |
| Sep | 2011 | 113000 | 0 | Check Engine Light on - fault diagnosis is secondary air pump - only needed during warmup |
| Dec | 2012 | 121000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 70000 | 0 | Replaced both catalytic converters |
| Jan | 2011 | 120700 | 1200 | Replaced spark plugs and battery and head gaskets |
| Mar | 2011 | 122000 | 300 | Replaced temperature sensor |
| Jan | 2012 | 129700 | 1500 | Replaced "combi" valve set |
| Mar | 2012 | 131000 | 485 | Engine light reappeared dealer recommended replacing the coil pack and ignition wires. |
| Sep | 2012 | 136000 | 896 | The steering wheel began to squeak like an old creaky door. Replaced steering wheel grommet. Replaced spark plugs. |
| Jan | 2013 | 139700 | 300 | Car was not providing full heat dealership cleaned the heater core system. |
| Mar | 2013 | 141000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 98000 | 324 | Ignition switch failing, intermittent no start. |
| Mar | 2013 | 108000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 101000 | 375 | fuel pump had to be replaced |
| Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 48000 | 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, |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 93000 | 120 | 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 | 96700 | 2500 | Control arm bushings worn out. Replace all control arms. PCV system components shot |
| Mar | 2013 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 98000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 104000 | 450 | rebuilt front axle. Tear in CV, leaking grease and thump sound while driving. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 194000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 218000 | 400 | 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 | 450 | alternator replaced tuneup - plugs and coils replaced |
| May | 2013 | 231000 | 0 | ABS never fixed |
| Volkswagen Passat in South Dakota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 72300 | 250 | Replaced front right CV boot |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 101000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 113000 | 90 | I replaced the Left and right Motor mounts, front snub mount. Parts were about $90 and I did the work myself. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 77000 | 650 | Coil springs broke |
| Dec | 2012 | 100000 | 300 | CV joint |
| Mar | 2013 | 103000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 160000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 160000 | 709 | 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 Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | First odometer entry | ||
| Dec | 2011 | 0 | 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 | 346 | Fuel injector not working. | |
| May | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 88000 | 1500 | Sludge build up engine. Replaced oil pump, oil pick up tube and flush engine. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 52000 | 234 | Replaced broken vac hose. Replaced a/c panel bulb. |
| Dec | 2010 | 70000 | 670 | oil leak cv boot |
| Jul | 2011 | 74300 | 1250 | Coolant leak repaired by replacing coolant hose flange outlet. Engine mount also replaced. |
| Dec | 2011 | 77000 | 280 | Water temperature sensor malfunction |
| Mar | 2012 | 78000 | 171 | Recirculating Air Valve Malfunction |
| May | 2012 | 79300 | 0 | Replace timing belt, tensioner & water pump |
| Jun | 2012 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 49000 | 0 | 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 | 110 | driver side mirror defroster stopped working. while in shop for recall repair had it diagnosed ($39.00 charge). ordered part for future repair. repair driver sideview mirror defroster; cost to repair $71, plus $39 for diagnosis. |
| Sep | 2011 | 85000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 44000 | 480 | CV Joint and boot replaced for 480 dollars |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 84000 | 5100 | 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 | 800 | Drivers side window fell and shattered inside door. Motor, clips, and glass replaced. |
| Dec | 2008 | 94000 | 900 | Heater core and control flap replaced. Core was leaking and fogging windows. |
| Jan | 2009 | 96000 | 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 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 0 | Replaced head unit. |
| Oct | 2009 | 115000 | 0 | 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 Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 85000 | 500 | cv joint replaced |
| Apr | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 117000 | 225 | Replaced coil packs after misfire (at cranking) caused Check Engine light to come on. Multiple misfires recorded by computer. |
| Mar | 2009 | 118000 | 40 | Oil dipstick handle broke off, and dipstick tube disintegrated. Replaced both (fairly easy replacement). |
| Sep | 2009 | 129000 | 100 | Check engine light on. Computer says "running lean". Replaced gas filter and MAF. |
| Dec | 2009 | 134000 | 360 | Replaced timing belt, tensioner, water pump, drive belts and tensioner. Replaced thermostat. |
| Jan | 2010 | 134000 | 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 | 145 | Coolant leakage continued. Had to replace plastic coolant piece (containing 3 orings) on rear of engine. |
| Jan | 2011 | 150000 | 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 | 239 | Rough downshift from 2 to 1. Replaced N91 solenoid on valve body. Also replaced filter and fluid for 4th time. |
| Feb | 2012 | 162000 | 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 | 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. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 65000 | 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 Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 75000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 80000 | 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 | 493 | Exhaust down pipe (between cat. and front muffler) was rusted out and leaking exhaust. The vehicle was very loud. |
| Jun | 2008 | 93000 | 95 | Brake pads and rotors were worn, needed replacement. This was the first replacement of the front pads and rotors, which lasted 92,000 miles! |
| Jan | 2009 | 101000 | 795 | Alternator replacement. |
| Apr | 2009 | 103000 | 1000 | Shop replaced timing belt and tensioner, water pump, accessory belts, and front cam and crank shaft seals. This was all manufactuer-recommended preventative maintenance. |
| Jun | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | First odometer entry | ||
| Mar | 2006 | 0 | replaced heater in front passenger seat. This was a recall item and so was for no cost. | |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | Tensioner spring that assists in raising the driver seat broke. It was covered under warranty and repaired by the dealer. | |
| Jul | 2007 | 59700 | 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. Left boot was also splitting as so was replaced. |
| Aug | 2008 | 69000 | 400 | 2 of 4 ignition cables were in bad shape. One had failed, leaving engine running on 3 cylinders. |
| Jan | 2009 | 73000 | 170 | 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. |
| Feb | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 67000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 67000 | 0 | CEL had recently come on when sold. |
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2006 | 989 | Water pump failure. Timing Belt replaced | |
| Jun | 2006 | 81 | Replaced belly pan and dowel pins as old one ripped off. Replacement was for W8 engine. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 256 | Replace Leak Detection Pump and Gas Cap | |
| Apr | 2008 | 127000 | 0 | Trade-in, repairs required: Air Conditioning Compressor Exhaust Brakes Purge Valve |
| May | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 133000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 134500 | 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. |
| May | 2013 | 135000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 129000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 149000 | 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). |
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 31620 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 34100 | 2 | Right rear window would not roll down, only up. Replaced plastic clip to hold glass to window regulator. |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 62000 | 450 | Rear window won't go down. Needs new regulator. |
| Dec | 2008 | 65000 | 360 | Thermostat found to be faulty. Coolant temp sensor also faulty. |
| Aug | 2009 | 72000 | 225 | Water coming in through drivers door seals. |
| Dec | 2010 | 83000 | 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. |
| Jan | 2012 | 92000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 79000 | 0 | (DIY)Changed Timing Belt, Water Pump and Thermostat as preventative maintenance. |
| Oct | 2009 | 83000 | 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 | 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 | 100 | Failed Diverter Valve replaced. Torn CV boot replaced on the passenger side. Torn CV boot replaced on the passenger side. |
| Jul | 2011 | 105000 | 35 | Torn driver side CV boot. Replaced the boot myself. $35 for parts. |
| Aug | 2012 | 120000 | 250 | Noisy right front wheel bearing. Replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 126000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 67000 | 390 | Both left and right CV axles were replaced beacause of torn outer CV boots. |
| Dec | 2009 | 76000 | 300 | replaced front and rear brake rotors and pads. |
| Mar | 2010 | 77000 | 40 | replaced cam tensioner and seal valve cover gaskets |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 174000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 175000 | 100 | coil replaced Oil warning light came on occasionally. Shop replaced oil pressure switch. |
| Jan | 2012 | 184000 | 280 | Replace power window regulator, driver door. |
| Nov | 2012 | 196000 | 130 | seized caliper |
| Mar | 2013 | 200000 | 280 | 1. replaced ignition coil 2. replaced spark plugs 3. read and reset check engine light 4. engine tune |
| Apr | 2013 | 201500 | 170 | Replace 3 ignition coils Hole in exhaust system |
| May | 2013 | 203000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 87700 | 321 | 2 CV axles replaced. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
270-horsepower 4.0L W8 6-speed manual AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Nebraska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 113000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 116000 | 500 | CV boots were torn upon buying car, CV joints were bad, replaced axles. Parking brake cable ceased. Replaced spark plugs |
| May | 2012 | 118000 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 131000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
270-horsepower 4.0L W8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Delaware, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 900 | replace front wheel bearings | |
| Jan | 2007 | 150 | Fuel purge valve replaced. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 62000 | 0 | Radiator was weeping. Replaced radiator under manufacturer CPO program. |
| Jan | 2008 | 67000 | 1267 | Blown valve cover gasket resulting in oil leak. Replaced several gaskets and seals. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 96000 | 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. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 54000 | 0 | 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 | 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 | 600 | Electric cooling fan was bad. Shop diagnosed and ordered part, owner installed. Transmission output shaft seal was replaced |
| Dec | 2010 | 87000 | 500 | Driver side half axle was replaced. Outer CV boot was ripped. |
| Mar | 2013 | 107000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 107000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 109000 | 400 | No heat from Heater.Motor to Marix,radiator and thermostat replaced |
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2004 | 0 | Brake booster vacuum leak. | |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | Recall on fuel pump. | |
| May | 2006 | 0 | Replace blower motor. | |
| Jul | 2006 | 0 | Replace temperature sensor. | |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | Cannister leaking charcoal. | |
| Nov | 2006 | 0 | Replace vent motors. | |
| May | 2007 | 55 | Fuel system leak. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 80500 | 200 | Replace CV Boot Rear break pad replacement and service. 80,000 mile service. |
| Mar | 2011 | 88000 | 1300 | TIming belt replacement as preventative repair. Drive axle replaced. $270 Valve cover gaskets replaced. $160 |
| Sep | 2012 | 104000 | 175 | Replace drive boot. |
| Mar | 2013 | 108000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 58000 | 965 | Alternator failure & serpentine belt replaced. Engine temp sensor failure. Defective Thermal switch for cooling fan replaced. Replaced defective disc rotor and pads that were installed only after 13,000 of use. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Puerto Rico | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 800 | shock absorbers needed to be replaced | |
| Nov | 2008 | 3000 | AC replacement, engine bolts replaced due to vibration | |
| Volkswagen Passat in New Zealand | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 103540 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 110980 | 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 New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 82000 | 550 | CEL came on, sensor replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | Replaced EVAP Purge Valve | |
| Aug | 2009 | 76000 | 183 | Check Engine light, replaced purge valve |
| Nov | 2009 | 80000 | 700 | Alternator |
| May | 2010 | 90000 | 500 | Very Small Evap Leak, Code P0456 |
| Jun | 2010 | 93000 | 185 | Clip holding rear window broke |
| Aug | 2010 | 93000 | 200 | Exhaust leak at flex joint |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
190-horsepower 2.8L V6 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 39060 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 58280 | 200 | Ignition Control Modules needed to be replaced ( 2 were damaged/worn out) |
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 104780 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 115320 | 2400 | 3 month tune up found issues. Had recommended service completed. Engine gaskets. Catalytic converter. |
| Sep | 2011 | 122140 | 900 | Engine light ended up being MAF and cat and muffler assembly. |
| Oct | 2011 | 122760 | 1700 | engine light on again. reflashed computer and changed maf and hoses/clamps |
| Nov | 2011 | 123660 | 900 | Car hesistates on acceleration. Changed MAF and vaccuum hoses. |
| Jun | 2012 | 127720 | 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. |
2003 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD
| Volkswagen Passat in Romania | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 68200 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 71920 | 0 | A soft noise coming from the dashboard like boiling of water, persistent for months. |
| Feb | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002.5 Volkswagen Passat
Engine not specified
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 93000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 93000 | 900 | power steering rack replaced with a rebuilt |
| Jun | 2012 | 96100 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 58000 | 370 | Drivers side CV boot was torn. Had to have the entire drivers side axle replaced. |
| Aug | 2008 | 60000 | 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. |
| Feb | 2009 | 64000 | 350 | Needed to have front rotors and pads replaced. Original parts lasted almost 7 years and 64K miles so I can't complain! Price above include price i paid for parts (I bought online) and what mechanic charged to install. |
| Jun | 2009 | 65000 | 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. |
| Feb | 2010 | 68000 | 68 | Kept hearing a scraping noise from the drivers side rear wheel. Turns out there was a "lip" on the rotor that my mechanic "shaved down". Seems to be OK now. |
| Dec | 2010 | 74000 | 0 | 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. |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Barbados | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 58280 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 62620 | 330 | Noise from worn control arm bushing Right rear passenger internal grab handle broke, door had to closed from outside. |
| Sep | 2011 | 63240 | 150 | CV joint boot replacement |
| Mar | 2012 | 64480 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2002.5 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2003 | 0 | Replace 3 ignition coils, failed, under warranty, Prior to recall | |
| Jul | 2004 | 80 | Diagnose door remotes, no longer working. Dealer failed to repair. | |
| Dec | 2004 | 368 | Replace door latch assy | |
| Sep | 2005 | 1660 | Replace Cam Chain Adjuster, Cam Seals, Timing Belt and Adjusters | |
| Dec | 2006 | 197000 | 800 | Driver door window regulator failed. Gaskets replaced because of leaks. |
| Sep | 2007 | 223000 | 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 | 175 | Temperature gauge reading erratic. Replaced ETC sensor. |
| May | 2008 | 239000 | 0 | 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. |
2002 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2013 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 60000 | 500 | Leaking seals |
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