2006 Volkswagen Passat Problems and Repair Histories
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Volkswagen Passat Reliability through December 31, 2012
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 | |
| 2006 | Volkswagen Passat | 40 Passats, 9.3 months of data per Passat, average 75200 miles Redesigned for this model year.77 |
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| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 84000 | 0 | intake manifold kept getting stuck open. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 35000 | 0 | ignition coil replaced steering column lock warning. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 84000 | 380 | Diverter valve and another part were bad and replaced |
| May | 2011 | 95000 | 1000 | Down pipe had to be welded back on to turbo. |
| Mar | 2012 | 115000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 58000 | 80 | MIL came on, dealer scanned and said it was an evaporative leak code but they could not find a problem. Same visit, ignition coils were replaced via recall/warranty, no cost to me, and car runs noticeably better. My $80 cost was the diagnostic charge. |
| May | 2010 | 60000 | 180 | Replace left outer CV boot |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 44000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 45000 | 0 | Car stopped on a highway, with CEL and ECP flashing. Had to be towed to a dealer. They could not find a problem for almost an hour. After that they said a fuse had shorted... replaced it... did not charge me. |
| Oct | 2010 | 49000 | 700 | Brake pads and rotors |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | Transmission downshifting hard 5TH To 4TH gear, intermittently...Dealer performed latest software upgrade. Car is still covered under CPO warranty. |
| Oct | 2011 | 62000 | 0 | Had creaking sounds while turning steering wheel..both while moving and stationery. Problem turned out to be spacers at top of front (passenger) spring/strut had rusted..both sides were replaced under CPO warranty. Wheel algn't not covered. |
| Dec | 2011 | 64000 | 0 | transmission pan gasket leak..repaired under CPO warranty |
| Feb | 2013 | 78700 | 200 | CEL came on and problem was identified...replaced thermostat |
| Mar | 2013 | 79000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 93000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 93620 | 1250 | timing belt changed |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 51000 | 185 | both outer CV boots were splitting. Had both outer boots replaced. |
| Sep | 2010 | 57000 | 250 | Air would stop blowing cold at stop. Replaced compressor and condenser. car would shut off spontaneously. Fuel pump replaced. |
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 12000 | 0 | trunk did not close |
| Jan | 2013 | 25000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 33000 | 0 | Replaced defective cam shaft due to abnormal wear on the lobe that drives the fuel pump. Also replaced the fuel pump. This is a known problem. |
| Jun | 2011 | 53000 | 0 | broken weld on exhaust manifold |
| Sep | 2011 | 55000 | 0 | replaced clips on steering column lock |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Montana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 47000 | 0 | squeaky front control arm bushings. Changed under warranty. There is a TSB covering this. occasional lack of power. Checked intake runner flap, reflashed. |
| Mar | 2012 | 82000 | 0 | There was a valve body recall for rough shifts. Driver had noticed these a couple of times. Replaced it, and also put in a new PCV valve under a recall. |
| Mar | 2013 | 96000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | First odometer entry | ||
| Sep | 2009 | 1125 | Had to have the Steering Column and Comfort/Convenience Module (immobilizer) replaced because car would not start | |
| Oct | 2009 | 59000 | 0 | Key is not getting released by the car when car is in park sometimes. Took to Dealer and could not get it to replicate. Happened 2 more times since visit to Dealer. Was able to get it to release by moving shifter through the gears. |
| Apr | 2010 | 67700 | 126 | Bad passenger rear Wheel Bearing |
| Jul | 2010 | 74300 | 770 | Car would not start and acted like engine was seized.Shop even determined the engine was locked up but did a few more test and determined the A/C compressor had seized up not allowing the engine to turn over. No A/C problems before this. |
| Aug | 2010 | 75700 | 120 | Driver side rear wheel bearing started howling. Just replaced it myself |
| Mar | 2011 | 84000 | 306 | Exhaust separated from down pipe after Turbo. VW did not weld this connection and separates pretty easy over time. Took to local shop and had it welded up |
| Apr | 2011 | 84000 | 0 | Cam Follower had wore out. After inspection dealer noticed that the cam had signs of wear from the follower so Both the cam and follower where replaced. Fell under a VW TSB. |
| Sep | 2011 | 95000 | 300 | Turbo Diverter Valve failed. Car would not build boost |
| Mar | 2013 | 125000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 55000 | 1770 | electronic steering problem. VW said the entire steering column had to be replaced. trunk latching system broken mostly due to plastic locking mechanism |
| Sep | 2010 | 70000 | 468 | warning light. took to dealer, thermostat, one sensor also replaced. way too expensive. |
| Jun | 2011 | 83000 | 620 | turbo underboost sensor/switch defective. torn cv boot cover |
| Nov | 2011 | 90000 | 1520 | wheel bearing in right front disintegrated. replaced bearings in all 4 wheels |
| Sep | 2012 | 106000 | 900 | compressor failed |
| Nov | 2012 | 110500 | 400 | 2nd time torn cv boot cover on left side ABS, parking brake fault, ESP warning lights all came on at the same time |
| Mar | 2013 | 116000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 58000 | 875 | Fuel pump modulator failed, also caused some wiring in fuse box to fail. |
| Jun | 2010 | 60000 | 0 | Coil packs replaced On way home from repair 1, cam follower failed causing engine damage. Entire cylinder head needs replacement at cost of $3000! |
| Aug | 2010 | 60500 | 4800 | Repairs necessarily included new oil pump ($1300) and main bearings. |
| Jun | 2011 | 63000 | 600 | Main bearing seal. |
| Jul | 2011 | 63000 | 400 | Bolt sheared on gear from timing chain to oil pump. Entire engine needs replacement. |
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 85000 | 5000 | oil pump chain and possibly turbo went. They can't replace the chain, since VW has converted to a different system. They will convert it to their new oil pumping system for a mere $5,000. |
| Oct | 2011 | 85000 | 0 | Passat finally had new turbo put in in September. Engine light still on – sold it Oct 1 to somewill willing to play with it. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 31000 | 100 | Windshield wipers became detached from motor linkage after heavy ice and snow. Dealer removed wipers and cowl and re-attached the linkage. |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 122000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 123000 | 690 | Fuse change Brakes worn down |
| Nov | 2012 | 125000 | 3000 | Driver front side door does not lock or unlock at times. Passenger front side window goes down first before going up when "up" button engaged. Sunroof flips open randomly by itself. Lumbar support stopped working. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 70000 | 100 | Air bag light was on. Loose wiring. |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 112000 | 545 | Windshield motor failed |
| Sep | 2012 | 113000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 108500 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 108500 | 240 | The power steering would not function. I drove it to the repair shop and when they brought it in it worked again. The dealer said it sometimes does that and that shutting it off, letting it sit and starting it fixes it. Cost $100 for diag. The front brake pads worn excessively on the inside. The caliper pins were seizing up. Shop put new pads and freed up the pins. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 9000 | 0 | Replaced peeling buttons on automatic windows |
| Apr | 2009 | 25700 | 100 | Replace cracked windshield |
| Mar | 2013 | 61000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 39000 | 112 | Diagnostics for car dying while driving. AC also stopped working, apparently caused by failed compressor. Would cost $1300. Front power jack also stopped working, not fuse and dealer thinks its a more complex issue. Car having electrical issues, certain components randomly would stop working. Cig Lighter never worked, could not fix. AC died, was quoted $1300 to repair. |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 65700 | 0 | Valve cover gasket leak. CV Boot replaced Control Arm Bushings |
| Jul | 2012 | 70700 | 350 | Compressor failed. Replaced compressor |
| Jan | 2013 | 75000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 75000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 77700 | 1500 | multiple problems with air conditioning. had to replace fan and compressor. |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 50000 | 600 | Thermostat needed to be replaced, causing "check engine/smog" light to come on. |
| Jan | 2012 | 60000 | 873 | Replace turbo pressure regulating valve,replace left outer axle boot, replace both low beam headlights plus 60,000 mile service. |
| Mar | 2013 | 71000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | A/C Fan noise in below-30F temperatures. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Puerto Rico | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 21000 | 0 | Transmission valve body possible failure |
| Mar | 2011 | 22000 | 0 | Steering column switch, Wiper switch |
| Jun | 2011 | 24000 | 0 | PCV valve |
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 77500 | 100 | The electronic parking brake would work intermittently saying "Parking Brake Fault, contact..." Took it in, they updated the computer and installed a newer system that doesn't have the problem. The trunk would not latch when temperatures were below 65 degrees. The latch was replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 88000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 106700 | 430 | The Electronic Parking brake would not release |
| Jun | 2012 | 110000 | 172 | The Exhaust converter/adaptor from the exhaust manifold weld failed causing serious noise. |
| Dec | 2012 | 118000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 89700 | 0 | hard shift from 1 to 2. Dealer replacing Valve Body for free. |
| Mar | 2011 | 91000 | 0 | Needed new brake pads, down to 1mm. Replaced rear pads and rotors. |
| Jun | 2012 | 109000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 49000 | 165 | The trunk latch broke and we could not close the trunk without some serious effort. |
| Mar | 2010 | 53000 | 305 | Rear brakes replaced. Passenger headlight replaced |
| Jul | 2010 | 58000 | 500 | Steering lock control module |
| Oct | 2010 | 60000 | 800 | Turbo bypass valve failed causing CEL light to come on. CV boot ruptured |
| Oct | 2011 | 71000 | 390 | Drivers side power door lock would not work Sunroof randomly opens and closes. Intermittent. |
| Nov | 2012 | 83300 | 850 | Some kind of EGR valve replaced, as well as CV boot, and tuneup. |
| Dec | 2012 | 84000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 39000 | 0 | The catalytic converter separated from the flange is what I was told. Sounded like the muffler or some other exhaust component fell off. It was covered under VW's warranty. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | Couldn't duplicate parking brake switch. |
| Feb | 2007 | 6000 | 0 | Two issues required three trips to dealer. First visit air bag sensor needed replaced they had to order. Couldn't duplicate parking brake fault. Second visit fixed air bag sensor ordered parking switch. Third visit fixed parking switch. Airbag sensor replaced ordered parking switch |
| Mar | 2007 | 7000 | 0 | Replaced parking brake assist switch. Had ordered last visit and they called me to co me in and change. |
| May | 2007 | 10000 | 0 | Airbag fault switch needed to be replaced. Had to leave car overnight. They gave me a rental. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 9000 | 146 | The gas cap would seal completely, but the warning light would indicate it was not sealed randomly. coming on and going off with no changes to the cap made. The cap was replaced, bad seal on it. |
| May | 2008 | 19000 | 0 | The camshaft on the fuel pump was binding. Part was replaced and new bolts installed. |
| Aug | 2008 | 21000 | 1468 | The car would not start, no sounds were made, the lights would come on and prompted to turn wheel, eventually vehicle would start after trying for 2 minutes. Steering column control module internal malfunction and faults with comfort control module. |
| Apr | 2009 | 26000 | 354 | Cam breather stuck closed causing the engine to idle rough and stall when stopped. |
| Jul | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | Fuel sensor replaced. Fuel, sensor, pump, and injector on national back order took 5 days to come in. Fuel injector replaced Fuel pump replaced |
| Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 11000 | 0 | The Passat has an electric parking brake. The electric switch on the dash malfunctioned. The parking brake system would cycle on/off about once a week. The dealership diagnosed the switch itself with a malfunction. The switch was replaced, but the trim ar |
| Sep | 2007 | 18000 | 0 | Malfunction Indicator Lamp illuminated on a trip through Texas. Dealer at San Antonio diagnosed a "runner valve" on the top of the intake manifold as being stuck open. OK to drive back to Alabama to local dealer. Local dealer could find no computer codes |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 41000 | 0 | check engine light on and scan showed intake runner motor caused error. reset successful with no error for two weeks after visit. |
| Sep | 2007 | 44000 | 0 | In-dash CD Changer stopped working and radio had to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 21300 | 0 | Airbag module was bad, had to be replaced. It also affected the function of the electronic parking brake. Since then electrical subsystems of the car are run on CANBUS architecture, when one system fails, it often impacts the function of others. |
| Jun | 2007 | 26000 | 0 | Gas cap would not seal causing light to come on. It was replaced under warranty. Main computer software reflash per TSB. Car has been consuming over 1 quart of oil every 2,500 miles, which I consider excessive for a modern piston engine. Volkswagen says anything under 1 quart per 1,000 miles is within spec, although I countered that I doubted my car would meet emissions sp Soot buildup on rear bumper above exhaust had stained paint to the point I could not get it off. The dealer's paint shop had a solvent which removed the stain. |
| Jul | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 8000 | 0 | Failed Ignition Coil...took break downs and two trips to the dealer to determine the issue. Read many bad reviews regarding ignition coils in vw. I'm praying I make it home from work today!! |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 15000 | 0 | Order new lid for storage compartment to replace broken one (email 050207) Flash update. Compartment above radio/below AC vent would not close completely, was replaced. |
| Mar | 2008 | 42000 | 0 | Replaced door lock switches because they were peeling. |
| Nov | 2008 | 59000 | 0 | Intake manifold runner flap motor was stuck open. This problem initially came up in March, but was repaired with a computer flash. Dealer covered replacement under warranty even though warranty was expired. |
| Feb | 2009 | 65000 | 0 | Drove 1 block from home and a warning sounded instructing me to shut down the engine because of critically low oil pressure. The dealer could find no leaks or other issues, but oil was low over 2 qts. None was showing on the dipstick. |
| Apr | 2009 | 68000 | 0 | Same oil pressure problem as before. This time when the light came on I was near a PepBoys and added a quart of oil. I took it in 2 days later. An oil change was performed and was told to monitor it regularly. No leak was found. |
| May | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 13000 | 0 | Front passenger window would not work on AUTO up or down. Would work if you held the button only. |
| Jul | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 6820 | 0 | EVAP SENSOR Radio clipping - new radio ordered |
| Jan | 2007 | 9920 | 0 | replaced defective radio under warrant. Parts finally came in |
| Mar | 2008 | 26660 | 0 | Check engine . Replaced sensor on TSB. |
| Dec | 2008 | 39680 | 0 | Electronic parking brake sensor needed replacing. |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 19000 | 0 | A rear window trim piece had a small crack. Dealer offered to replace. The first piece ordered had a defect so a second part was ordered. This is the only defect the car has had since new. |
| May | 2008 | 37000 | 0 | Steering lock sensor failure. Required replacement of steering column. Paint bubbling on radio and door lock buttons. Buttons were replaced with new design. |
| Sep | 2009 | 42000 | 0 | Boost Pressure Control Valve replaced with redesigned part. Intake flap or intake manifold runner remained stuck and caused CEL. Part was ordered and changed. Trunk latch did not latch. Latch was replaced. Instrument cluster has a loose spot that rattles occasionally. |
| Dec | 2009 | 45000 | 315 | Problem fixed on second visit to dealer with the replacement of the N80 valve. On initial visit, the dealer had replaced several parts but the CEL reappeared on the way home. |
| Apr | 2010 | 51000 | 450 | Catalytic converter weld failure: the flange between the cat and the turbo cracked at the weld line. Replaced with an after-market part at a fraction of the OEM cost. |
| Mar | 2011 | 70000 | 0 | Steering lock TSB Airbag TSB |
| Jan | 2012 | 85300 | 100 | CV boots cracked. Inner and outer joint boots were replaced by owner on both axles. |
| Oct | 2012 | 105000 | 50 | OBDII error code shoes small leak detected |
| Mar | 2013 | 112000 | 100 | Thermostat failure: engine takes long time to warm up, especially in cold weather. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2007 | 12000 | 0 | electronic parking brake malfunctioned - would not activate, and inoperable parking brake message appeared on MultiFunction Display. repaired under warranty |
| Dec | 2007 | 21000 | 0 | Check Engine Light came on, Dealers said it ws Intake Manifold Sensor, had to be special-ordered from Germany |
| Jun | 2009 | 42000 | 600 | badly squealing rear brakes, replaced pads/rotors electronic parking brake repaired radio surface damaged/peeling, replaced under warranty |
| Dec | 2010 | 61000 | 112 | replaced valvetrain cover |
| Jul | 2012 | 87000 | 1000 | timing belt/water pump replacement |
| Dec | 2012 | 92000 | 1500 | cel - cooling system reported a probem lock would not engage on passenger door |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | window wiper motor burnt out!!! |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 23000 | 0 | Sensor for airbag system, replaced very quickly under warranty, part was in stock at dealer |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | AC Failure | |
| May | 2007 | 30220 | 0 | Single horn failure. Both horns replaced under warranty. |
| Jul | 2007 | 36000 | 0 | Valve body failure - cause MIL to come on. Changed under warranty, quick and painless. |
| Aug | 2007 | 37800 | 0 | New vanity mirror installed. |
| Dec | 2007 | 43400 | 0 | The car had a broken coolant line bracket (or something like that) |
| Feb | 2008 | 45260 | 0 | I had a faulty fuel pump. The pump was replaced along with the TSB to replace the fuel cap. |
| May | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 39000 | 0 | At temperatures below freezing radio controls on steering wheel non functioning. also horn non function in cold weather. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 26000 | 0 | Trunk Latch was not working correctly, would not shut sometimes. Door lock and unlock stickers were peeling. |
| Aug | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 44000 | 0 | Catalytic Convertor light came on steady. Took Passat to dealership and they had to repair a sensor. Took two days. |
| Sep | 2012 | 66000 | 354 | Regular maintenance brake repair. |
| Dec | 2012 | 68000 | 680 | Engine Warning Light On. Fuel Pump code indicated failure. Replaced fuel pump. |
| Mar | 2013 | 73000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 4000 | 0 | VW P7 recall |
| Apr | 2008 | 8500 | 41 | Parking brake switch in dash was bad - the PB warning in dash was displayed, and fault code found in PB control module. Owner replaced switch with updated version, problem solved. |
| May | 2008 | 9000 | 0 | Auto tranny had hard shift 1-2, 2-3. TSB addressed problem, but dealer tech tried another TSB Intake Runner fix. Problem still there, return trip tommorrow for TCM reflash. Might need new Valve body in auto tranny. |
| Jun | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Flashed TCU with software update (1135)and replaced transmission's Valve Body, problem fixed. Auto tranny had hard shift 1-2, 2-3. TSB addressed problem, but dealer tech tried another TSB Intake Runner fix. Problem still there, return trip tommorrow for TCM reflash. Might need new Valve body in auto tranny. |
| Aug | 2009 | 18000 | 0 | Installed new Fuel Pump Control Module, per TSB 010806. RVU 17D1/07 on PCV Valve and Hose. |
| Oct | 2009 | 19300 | 0 | Had "clunk" in driveline at low speeds when gently accelerating. Had "play" in right side inner CV joint. Had to order new half-shaft, not yet repaired. New half-shaft installed by dealer as Warranty Repair. |
| Apr | 2010 | 20000 | 45 | Installed "D" version of Diverter Valve on turbo. |
| Jun | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | Cosmetic damage to radio and other interior button caused by heat damage. Covered by warranty. |
| Feb | 2011 | 41000 | 0 | Catalytic converter fell off immobilizer stopped working |
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 19000 | 0 | Air Bag fault detected. Auto-up function for front-passenger window non-op. |
| Mar | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | Electronic parking brake would not disengage after setting the brake. Required a battery disconnect to release brake. New switch was installed. |
| Jun | 2009 | 35000 | 0 | Electronic Parking Brake malfunctioning |
| Oct | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | Creaking noise from suspension when going over bumps. Driver's vanity mirror cracked. Rattle underneath car when going over bumps. |
| Mar | 2009 | 35000 | 65 | Fog light grill was loose. |
| Aug | 2009 | 39000 | 200 | front rotors needed to be resurfaced |
| Oct | 2009 | 42000 | 0 | high pressure fuel pump and cam shaft needed replacement |
| Feb | 2010 | 45000 | 370 | control arms were creaking in suspension. parts replaced. TSB was available for problem. Rear brake pads replaced. |
| May | 2010 | 49300 | 0 | suspension part. control arms? |
| May | 2012 | 71000 | 600 | thermostat needed replacement |
| Sep | 2012 | 75000 | 1200 | compressor wiring corroded and needed new compressor catalytic converter became dislodged. Axle Boots showed tears, preventive replacement. |
| Dec | 2012 | 78000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 20000 | 0 | Small Issue with airbag. I took the car to the dealer when the "airbag falure" light came on. Dealer took about an hour and told me that I the conection to the seat sensor (wire under the seat) came disloged/loose and that they pluged it back in. Less |
| Apr | 2007 | 20000 | 0 | Same old issue with airbag warning light. Dealer replaced connection clip under passenger seat. Problem continues. |
| Dec | 2010 | 131000 | 300 | wheel bearing axle boot |
| Jul | 2011 | 146000 | 1600 | high pressure fuel pump |
| Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 55 | Torn driver's side CV boot replaced by owner. | |
| Feb | 2012 | 70000 | 25 | Replace cam follower (for High pressure fuel pump). Clean Intake Valves (carbon buildup due to Direct Fuel Injection design deficiency). |
| Sep | 2012 | 76000 | 60 | Replaced electronic parking brake switch. |
| Feb | 2013 | 79000 | 22 | A/C not blowing cold. Replaced evaporative sensor. |
| Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 63000 | 1500 | Valve repair. Very successful as this corrected the problem immediately (sluggish acceleration, lower than typical gas mileage). |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 45000 | 0 | Took vehicle in for routine maintenance. Upon inspection, mechanic discovered driver's side CV boot in need of replacement. Replaced under manufacturer's factory warranty. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | Vacuum hose(s) replaced | |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | Intake air tempature sensor replaced | |
| Oct | 2010 | 283 | MIL came on @ 57025 miles. Replaced spark plugs and reset code. Total cost $282.56. MIL came on @ 57147 miles. False positive. Code reset. $0/No charge. MIL came on @ 57495 mi. Injector flush and code reset. $0/no charge. | |
| May | 2012 | 0 | Replaced intake camshaft and valve cover gasket. Replaced high pressure fuel pump. Replaced PCV valve and turbo pipe/tube. All repairs covered under TSB #17D2. | |
| Apr | 2013 | 82000 | 260 | MIL came on. Replaced Engine thermostat and code cleared. |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 37000 | 1000 | Having driven approx 3 miles from home, 'engine fault - workshop' message displayed; engine stopped, would not re-start. Local repair shop recovered vehicle; faulty injector (diesel 2.0L PD engine) diagnosed. |
| Jan | 2011 | 38000 | 0 | Inlet manifold pressure sensor failure (warning light on dash illuminated - but problem occured a few weeks before light came on) vehicle would go into 'limp home mode' intermittently (usually after fresh start from cold). |
| May | 2011 | 42000 | 0 | Previous problem (intermittently going into limp mode)returned within an hour of 'repair' - i.e: inlet-manifold pressure-sensor showing overboost! Turbo removed & cleaned; also, VNT checked-ok. Refitted turbo - fault cleared. |
| Jun | 2011 | 42000 | 40 | Limp-mode 6 weeks after turbo clean-up; checked all vacuum lines etc also, vac-tested related parts of system, all ok. Removed turbo for checks, cleaned all relevant parts & re-fitted; still in limp-mode. MAP sensor fault, ordered sensor. |
| Jul | 2011 | 43000 | 0 | General fault with PD type engine - originally flagged-up on UKPassats website. British vehicle safety VOSA have highlighted & acted upon an injector fault which causes engine shut-down! VW have preventively replaced my other three injectors FOC While at dealer for replacement injectors VCDS flagged MAF fault but car ok - not going into limp-mode & no warning lights on dash. Vehicle runs fine. |
| Feb | 2012 | 47000 | 0 | Auto parking-brake fault; lights flashing on dash. Vehicle driven (audible warning constant)to local dealer for diagnosis. Nearside rear caliper failure evident - not covered on my extended warranty (Warranty Direct uk) as I later discoverd |
| Mar | 2012 | 47000 | 0 | Vehicle would not start; then, after a few attempts, started but went into limp-home mode with engine management light luminated on dash. Dealer repair consisted of replacement ecu loom. Front, off-side spring & bearing broken causing noise in steering mechanism. Spring/bearing replaced all ok. Car would not start but no warning lights illuminated on dash - also, no fault-codes logged on system! Dealer retained vehicle for tests but drew a blank & returned car but, on return fault re-occurred but after a few minutes all was ok. |
| May | 2012 | 47500 | 0 | Engine cutting-out on long run to Paris. Nursed vehicle home & drove to dealer for repair. Lots of fault codes evident but main problem (they said) was camshaft positioning sensor; this part being replaced under extended warranty. Engine cutting-out but able to re-start it. Crankshaft positioning sensor replaced. |
| Feb | 2013 | 52000 | 0 | Electronic parking brake fault (warning lights/beeping) appeared on dashboard. Replaced switch (as brakes were functioning ok) but still fault showing; will reset all codes when laptop available. |
| May | 2013 | 52000 | 0 | Vehicle taken to my usual repair dealer who reported both rear brake motors (e-parking brake) faulty; one replaced under VW parts warranty (only 15 months/6K miles covered)but other motor not covered - awaiting decision from ext warranty. |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 100 | Replaced ignition module | |
| Jun | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 50000 | 0 | Repair of trim pieces. Replacement of interior light switch. |
| Sep | 2010 | 59000 | 0 | Car was hard to start. Immobilizer issue. It fell into "no information in ECU" and "dealer was unable to recreate the issue." |
| Dec | 2010 | 62000 | 100 | Car would not recognize the key. If key was recognized, car would not start. The was an intermittent problem. Performed VAG-COM scan myself and pulled codes for immobilizer. Immobilizer was replaced by dealer under extended warranty. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | Sub Frame bolt tighten. Transmission flashed. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | Had engine and steering column lock lights on... Took it to the dealership not fixed | |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | Car started and died about three times Gave a little rest and the car started up NOT FIXED by dealership | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 112000 | 1100 | Replaced whole a/c system When turning to the left car makes a noise and comes from the front wheel. Same thing with my last car but i forgot the part name |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 15000 | 0 | Check engine light came on while driving. Diagnostics indicated small leaks in tank ventilation system and evaporative emission system. Fuel cap was defective. New fuel cap installed. |
| Aug | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | Check engine light on. Fault P2401 evaporator emission system leak and P0456 tank ventilation system small leak recognized. Cleaned small amount of "debris" from fuel cap gasket. GFF test plan showed system ok. Y5 update. Checked and replaced positive battery cable. |
| Jun | 2011 | 43000 | 0 | Driver seat air bag fault 01217. Installed new wiring harness under seat. |
| Mar | 2013 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 1000 | 0 | The bi-xenon headlight bulb burnt out prematurely. The front park assist sensor will beep continuously when wet. Dealer washed the car and sprayed the sensor but was unable to reproduce the problem. Car stereo showed NO SAT RADIO message. Radio software has been upgraded it hasn't shown since. The car experiences throttle hesitation. There has been a TSB issued for repair, however even after the re-flash of the ECU the problem still presists. |
| Jan | 2007 | 4000 | 0 | Passenger side rear bass speaker was not working. Computer registered the fault at mile 254 on 06/20/06. I did not take delivery of the car until 9/30/06 so this fault has always been present. Dealer ordered replacement part then replaced faulty speaker. Driver front window was not rolling all the way down and the auto up feature would work only intermittenly. Dealer acknoweldged that the error code was recorded however they could not reproduce the problem. They seem to have lubricated the window rails as The headlight connector pulled itself loose from the headlight assembly causing the front passenger headlight to go out again. This time I explained to the dealer that there is a TSB for this issue and it is not a faulty bulb but a loose connection. Deale |
| Feb | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | My car had the infamous hesitation from a rolling stop. Finally VW has resolved the issue and issued a TSB to have it re-flashed. The vehicle seems to be fine and drives better with the latest software. My stereo had the sudden bass syndrome. This problem has allegedly been resolved with the latest software update. We shall see, so far so good. |
| Mar | 2008 | 18000 | 0 | The electrical emergency brake switch finally went completely broke. The car was stuck in my driveway and had to be towed. Dealer replaced the switch and everything has been fine since then. |
| Jan | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | Driver side headlight was inoperable. This is the 3rd time it happened. It has to do with the Adaptive Light System motor loosening the connector, there is a TSB out for it. Hopefully it's fixed for good this time. |
| Sep | 2009 | 35000 | 0 | Electronic Steering Lock was inoperable. Locked car down twice. Managed to drive it to dealership, dealer replaced faulty lock and electric module. Rear LED tail light had two LEDs not working. Replaced whole assembly with new one. |
| Oct | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 49600 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 58240 | 0 | Steering module and various computer items failed, and were replaced. |
| Apr | 2012 | 66960 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 33000 | 0 | bi-xenon headlamp burned out. Service manager said defective; $359.00 to repair; had to remove bumper. |
| Aug | 2008 | 49000 | 0 | High beam headlight burned out. VW Tech removed bumber, installed nes part, under warranty, thankfully. |
| Jan | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 59000 | 0 | Catalytic converter is falling apart at 59k miles. Parts ordered. Repair will be covered under 80k emissions warranty. |
| Sep | 2010 | 61000 | 0 | Front catalytic converter replaced under 80k emissions warranty |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan
280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 79000 | 1400 | Engine shut off while driving with no warning. Diagnosed problems were fuel pressure sensor, evap canister, and eap purge valve (N80). |
| Feb | 2013 | 83000 | 160 | airbag fault (wiring harness) code cleared - no problems found by mechanic |
| Mar | 2013 | 84000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 16000 | 0 | Satellite radio inoperative. Replace satellite radio receiver. |
| Mar | 2013 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 53000 | 0 | Oil Pump bolt sheered off. Timingchain and support assemblies replaced. If we had continued driving the car the engine would have been lost. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 42000 | 0 | New key fob ordered, would not communicate with vehicle, not due to low battery. New radio head unit (sound will alternate from really low and bassy sounding to really loud on its own without speed volume control being enacted) happens with tuner only, not CD's. |
| Apr | 2010 | 42000 | 0 | New Radio is working well. New key fob works as it should. |
| May | 2010 | 45000 | 0 | Suspension was creaky at under 60degrees, new strut mount plates installed, better but still not 100 percent, however, don't plan on doing anything further to it regarding this issue. |
| Mar | 2011 | 69000 | 0 | TSB for steering column and wires that run under seat for air bag. |
| Apr | 2011 | 70700 | 320 | Front brake pads and rotors replaced,they were original parts so can't complain. It was time, I replaced rear (pads and rotors) at about 60k, Rear always goes first on VW 's. This is totally normal. |
| Jun | 2011 | 74000 | 655 | right front tie rod replaced and car aligned, took the dealer quite a while to figure out what it was.. but in their defense it was a clunking noise from the right front and it was difficult to narrow down. |
| Jan | 2012 | 89000 | 500 | "check brake pads" light came on and after inspection found brake pads to be find but sensor torn this was after driving it thru major deep snow. |
| Jun | 2012 | 96000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 82000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 82800 | 0 | electronic parking break locked car up - had to be towed. had to pay towing after 5 miles. Dealer had to fix as I just got the car that day. Replace AC compressor. Car Air not working when purchased, I told them it had to be fixed. It took them 4 days but it works! ( it cost them $1500.00) |
| Oct | 2010 | 83500 | 0 | Steering column replaced.. this is common problem in Passat 06. I realized this problem existed when i bought the car i insisted the car be fixed, same with Air condit compressor. I bought it used... with 82000 miles on |
| Dec | 2010 | 85000 | 570 | Brakes rear replace pads and service, also tune up done |
| Sep | 2011 | 94000 | 405 | The engine didn't upshift Properly. Cam shaft and crank shaft sensors replaced, delay for part availability sent from Canada!Fixed, one week later light back on. another wire ? had to be replaced under the car which had to do with this. |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | First odometer entry | ||
| Nov | 2006 | 0 | check engine light on and low tire pressure light on at test drive. both fixed prior to delivery | |
| Jan | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | My compass not stay calibrated. I also noticed when I turn on the rear window defogger the compass will change it's direction within five seconds of activating the rear defogger. Then if you turn off the defogger the compass will go back to original headi |
| Feb | 2007 | 7000 | 0 | Vehicle compass malfunctions when rear defroster is activated causing compass display to be inaccurate. Manufacture unable to determine cause, and cannot fix at this time. During 3rd repair attempt vehicle paint was damaged and will also need repair/pai |
| Apr | 2007 | 10000 | 0 | Check engine light on. Replaced gas cap with new one. Light is now out. |
| Feb | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Upper horn quit working |
| Jan | 2010 | 36000 | 0 | Passenger door won't open from outside...2nd occurrence. I think door module related...not fixed...parts ordered |
| Feb | 2010 | 36500 | 0 | Replace window washer pump |
| Aug | 2010 | 42000 | 0 | Driver's door would not open from the outside...only from the inside. Replace door latch and Boden cable under OEM warranty. |
| Sep | 2010 | 43000 | 0 | Steering wheel column lock and control module |
| Oct | 2010 | 43000 | 0 | Parts in for prior steering column trip. although i was out of warranty by 2 weeks....they covered it. Would have been an expensive repair. Steering column electrical starting issue |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 47120 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 67580 | 0 | Catalytic Converter was replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 91760 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 57000 | 1600 | A/C failed |
| Apr | 2011 | 57000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 88000 | 8000 | oil bolt failure, common with this year motor, VW does not recognize the problem as a defect even though I found 58 exact same engine failures due to this faulty oil pump bolt Needed complete new engine. |
| Jun | 2011 | 94000 | 0 | Ignition key lock working intermittently, air bag recall defect |
2006 Volkswagen Passat 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 44000 | 0 | The trunk was not latching shut, the fix took roughly an hour. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 36000 | 0 | clogged windshield washer nozzles Parking light out, too expensive to have the shop repair it. Did it myself in five minutes. |
| Jan | 2008 | 36000 | 0 | Completed repair of clogged windshield washer nozzles. |
| May | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 24000 | 0 | air intake manifold bad |
| Aug | 2007 | 29000 | 0 | catalatic convertor parts fell off or not originally attached correctly |
| Oct | 2007 | 34000 | 0 | a/c unit went out had to be replaced. Also multiple light failure. |
| Mar | 2008 | 37000 | 0 | Replace intake manifold again. Fuel pump replaced. |
| Apr | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 20460 | 0 | Engine malfunction light came on. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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