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2008 Volkswagen Passat Problems and Repair Histories

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 2000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 8000 0 Shimmy at any speed, vibration in the car. 
Jun 2010 16000 0 Blower fan and unit went bad, no cooling anymore and no high speed for fan Front Passenger Wheel bearing needed to be replaced 
Jan 2012 27300 0 Had misfire on a few cylinders. Swapped a couple of spark plugs. 
Dec 2012 42000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 26500 0 Intake flap malfunction. window stuck open, replaced motor electronic parking brake would not engage replace mechanical brake. 
Sep 2012 40000 800 Window regulator replaced, parking brake button replaced and trunk motor diagnosed. 
Mar 2013 46000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 54000   First odometer entry
Oct 2012 75300 1500 Intake manifold racked Replaced sunroof switch 
Mar 2013 86000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 16500 0 Parking brake (actuated by electronic dash button, not a direct mechanical linkage) would not reliably disengage [or engage] leaving us concerned about using it for fear of getting stranded. Dash button replaced by dealer under warrantee. 
Jun 2011 20000 0 AC fan stopped working at any speed other than Max, and would no longer blow cold. Dealer replaced parts under warranty.  Tire pressure warning light came on and stayed on during road trip. I manually checked tire pressure and they seemed fine (32-34 PSI at all corners). Dealer said they refilled all tires to 35 PSI and warning went away. Coin tray rattles on rough roads. Dealer claims they could not reproduce after removing my coins from it. I continue to hear rattles.  
Nov 2011 22000 0 Engine started making loud high pitched constant shriek/whistle. Didn't vary with engine or vehicle speed but only appears after driving for more than 5 minutes. Diagnosed as turbo vacuum pressure issue. Part replaced under warrantee. 
Dec 2012 28000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 25000   First odometer entry
May 2011 39000 0 Memory system for drivers seat would sporadically drive seat. Couldn't set the memory. 
Jun 2011 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 4000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 32000 0 Check engine light on. Engine surging. 
Sep 2011 48000 0 one of the two electrical cooling fans had stopped working Drivers side sunvisor replaced 
Jun 2012 61000 150 Left rear outer tail light melted inside and fell apart. Had to replace entire outer tail light assembly 
Mar 2013 69000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 33000 0 The car lost power and the MIL came on and made a high pitched noise while coasting. The exhaust bypass valve was broke and was replaced by the dealer. It seems to be a common issue, they knew exactly what it was when I showed up. 
Mar 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 3000 0 Ordered sensor that controls flapper valve. Replaced sensor that controls "flapper" valve. Required removal of intake manifold to replace. 
Feb 2009 3000 0 Noise from steering when cold out until car warms up. Steering gear replaced. Required partial removal of front sub-frame, so front and rear axles were realigned. 
Jun 2011 29000 0 Parking brake fault. Brake would only release after several attempts. Dealer cleared fault and reset logic. Parking brake fault. Bad parking brake module diagnosed. New module ordered. 
Mar 2013 44000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2012 29000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 34700 0 Car was running too cool, so replaced thermostat. 
Mar 2013 36000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 3100   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 9300 0 O2 Sensor. 
Jan 2009 21080 0 Fuel pressure sensor. 
Jun 2009 29760 0 Faulty Gas Cap 
Dec 2009 40300 0 Knock Sensor 
Feb 2010 45700 0 faulty door latch 
Oct 2010 62660 100 Sway bar link 
Jul 2011 76100 800 Timing Belt - 120,000km - Tensioner was seizing.  
Dec 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 0 Replaced fuel pressure sensor (warranty). 
Jan 2012 0 Replaced breather valve (warranty) Replaced right front wheel bearing (warranty) 
Mar 2013 57500 540 Replaced thermostat; required removal of several components, radiator flush, drain coolant. 
Apr 2013 58000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 2300 0 Loose negative battery cable from factory...recall campaign to reflash computer software with latest updates from VW. 
Jul 2009 28000 0 Dealer replaced defective PCV valve, which had a cracked diaphragm; creating a "screech" or high pitched whistle while engine was running. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2013 48000   First odometer entry
Mar 2013 48000 190 Intake manifold flaps 

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 8060 0 Fan resistors burned, only worked at 4(full power). 
Apr 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 0 Rear window shade hook fell out. 
Feb 2009 0 Took in car for electrical problem, but it couldn't be replicated. 
Jan 2012 45000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

Volkswagen Passat in Sweden
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 4960   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 4960 500 Clutch stopped working while driving. Some hydraulic part failed. 
Aug 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 8000   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 39000 0 Oil leak on top portion of engine. 3 gaskets replaced under powertrain warranty. 
Apr 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 13000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 18000 0 Airbag light on dash came on, checked by dealer and found sensor on front bumper failed, ordered replacement and replaced it on a separate trip to dealer the next week. 
Jan 2013 31700 0 Had problem with radio losing its memory and ipod connector not working; radio and accessory plug were both replaced under extended VW warrantee. 
Mar 2013 35000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 3000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 19000 0 Faulty airbag sensor 
Jun 2011 31000 0 Airbag sensor light fault 
Jul 2011 32000 0 Steering column TSB 
Mar 2013 48000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 18000   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 18500 0 Valve motor replaced 
Mar 2011 19000 0 CD changer broke CD changer replaced 
Oct 2012 27000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 7000   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 7000 0 wood dash trim cracked/ replaced. Rear sunshade clip cracked/replaced. 
Jul 2011 29000 0 cdc hardware error, radio replaced 
Apr 2012 37000 0 turbo solenoid 
Nov 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 39000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 39000 0 Ignition coil blew. 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 19000   First odometer entry
May 2011 31500 0 changed rear brakes, done by owner 
Nov 2011 35000 140 replace battery 
Dec 2012 47000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 42000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 45000 0 A/C compressor failed. Replaced under warranty.  
Aug 2012 60000 0 Fuel pump control module failure. Replaced under Certified warranty. 
Mar 2013 71000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2011 54000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 57000 100 PCV Valve issue causing a vacuum leak. Reinstalled after applying Silicone but started again after 100 miles. Needs that part and possibly other parts 
Apr 2011 58300 300 Same problem as before, PCV valve causing a vacuum leak. 
Feb 2013 83500 200 Normal wear. First set of rear brakes since new 
Mar 2013 85000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 32000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 37000 65 banging noise in suspension - dealership stated bolts had come loose. sound remained. car sold. 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Iowa, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 25000   First odometer entry
May 2012 40500 0 replaced leaking valve cover gasket 
Mar 2013 52000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2013 90000   First odometer entry
Feb 2013 90000 0 PCV Valve recall 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Delaware, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 0 Third time had to take car in to re-place the gas cap. Check engine light comes on with the fuel cap indicator as well. Check engine light came once again after only one day after being fix 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 300 oil change, tire needed replacing as the dealer stated, claimed there was a bubble, of course not under warranty, bad start 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2012 40000   First odometer entry
Dec 2012 50000 0 Replaced worn out Cam Follower, Camshaft. Performed Cylinder Head repair. Replaced the Premium 7 radio head unit. 
Jan 2013 500 Pot hole damaged front right strut. Dealer wanted $900. Took it to a local Euro shop who fixed it for $500 with OEM parts. 
Feb 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2012 80000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 84700 0 TSB for pcv system, dealer replaced the entire crankcase ventilation system including the turbo pressure release 
Mar 2013 99000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 8000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 17300 0 Fuel system 
Mar 2013 20000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 0 Repair Rattling Sunroof 
May 2012 39500 0 12 Volt DC Power Outlets / Lighter Sockets In Passenger Compartment(Front & Rear) Failed. 
Dec 2012 48000 0 Noticed headlight not aiming properly. Housing for driver side headlight broken. Replaced under extended warranty. 
Mar 2013 53000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2011 36000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 43500 0 sunroof would go up/down while driving. after excorcisim failed. dealer installed new switch under warrenty 
Mar 2013 46000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2011 34000   First odometer entry
Dec 2011 36000 0 Radio display information suddenly disappeared; sound was still present, but could not see which station or satellite channel was selected. Dealer replaced radio under warranty 
Mar 2013 51000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in South Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 48000 0 Ignition switch required steering column repair 
Jun 2011 57000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 15000 0 Ignition coil, they replaced coil pack on cyclinder 2.  
Dec 2010 24000 0 Car would only start after two tries dealer could not reproduce it or imo did not even look. Still car starts funny or almost does not catch when turning over for the 1st crank.  Suspension rattles, clicks but nothing found. 
Jan 2011 24500 0 I have a few issues like over the speed bumps or a dip the front right side makes a noise that seems like the suspension is loose, the car would take more then one try to start, rattles all over the palce. So of course in VW fashion nothing 
Apr 2011 25000 0 The transmission shudders in the morning when backing out garage. Shop said if they fix it and I complain VW will not pay, dealer has too. Thank goodness I leased it, turned it in april 10th and will never buy again. VW did not care. 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 32000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 35000 0 Required new Sirius radio module 
Apr 2011 52000 310 Engline light code showing system too lean. Proper amount of gasoline not flowing into system due to faulty sensor. Repaired successfully. 
Oct 2012 74000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 2000 0 Bad airbag sensor. 
Feb 2010 25000 0 creaky control arm bushings 
Mar 2011 37000 0 front park assist sensor replaced 
Mar 2012 48000 0 replace creaking lower control arm bushings. 
Mar 2013 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 17000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 25000 0 Broken lumbar support front passenger seat. Part ordered. Part installed. 
Jan 2011 35000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 1240   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 19840 120 Air bag fail sensor - passenger air bag sensor malfunctioned; replaced under warranty. 
Aug 2009 30380 220 Rear brake pads worn. 
Sep 2011 66340 355 Check engine light on. Not sure if it is being caused by evap purge valve. Car has not been driven much since summer. 
Mar 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 3000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 3000 0 Smell of manure coming from vents when AC was activated. 
Apr 2009 5000 0 Car smelled badly when AC used. Problem was worsened by intense smell from carpet shampoo on previous visit for the same problem. 
May 2009 5000 0 Reoccurring bad smell coming from vents when using AC. 
Jun 2009 5000 0 AC stopped working. They said it was a simple fix. The day I got the car back, the AC failed again. Second time for A/C they kept it for about a week. It has been fine since then. 
Mar 2010 12000 0 AC air smells like manure when first engaged. Car would sporadically not start. Steering column and EMC replaced. 
Jul 2011 29000 0 Rear sunshade was broken and they ordered a replacement. They forgot to order some additional parts so I am taking it in again this weekend. 
Sep 2011 30000 0 Engine light came on. Problem was diagnosed as a faulty valve. It was replaced. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New South Wales, Australia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 8060   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 9920 0 Jerky on moving off. Surging at low speeds. They acknowledge, but don't know how to fix. 
Mar 2011 41540 0 Injector failure. Car stopped. Had to be towed. Workshop said injector design fault. All injectors replaced. 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 4000 0 Air Bag sensor defective. 
Mar 2012 30000 0 Dead cell in battery replaced bushings 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 20000 0 Was hearing a loud high pitch sound from engine compartment. Dealer determined that some pressure regulator had been broken and was losing vacuum pressure which was causing high pitch whistle. 
Jan 2010 35000 0 Check engine light showed up and result was a low-pressure fuel sensor had gone bad. 
Dec 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0 CD changer failed, replaced under warranty Sunglasses holder failed, replaced under warranty 
Dec 2009 23000 0 The valve body for the automatic transmission was replaced. Also the transmission control unit was flashed with new software. 
Apr 2011 44000 0 The bearing that operates that steering rack had an unusual amount of play/was loose, causing damage on both sides. Dealer replaced entire steering rack under warranty.  
Jan 2012 55000 0 The front suspension bushings had worn prematurely, causing a loud squeaking noise on bumps. The problem is common for this generation Passat. Replaced free of change under CPO extended warranty 
Dec 2012 81000 1800 -80,000 mile service, including Timing Belt, Waterpump, and tensioner, spark plugs and wires, all filters and fluids. -Intake valve carbon cleaning 

 

Volkswagen Passat in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2011 10000 0 Horn was not working. It had to be replaced. 
Mar 2011 12000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 6000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 43000 0 Driver Headlight not properly aligned 
Sep 2010 45000 0 Breather Valve faulty. 
Nov 2010 51000 0 Low Tone Horn Replaced 
Oct 2011 66700 50 Horn not sounding properly. 
Jan 2012 72000 400 PCV Valve Replaced 
Sep 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 20000 0 Electric motor on drivers seat failed. Could no longer adjust. Fuel pressure sensor defective, reading low. 
Nov 2011 36000 0 Blown gasket on crank-case sensor. 
Jun 2012 41000 320 Frayed wires under seat setting off airbag light. 
Mar 2013 51000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Brunei Darussalam
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2010 23560   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 32240 300 Engine overheating, showing symptom of radiator fan running overun for more than 5 minute everytime after engine switch off, temperature rising more than 100 degree C, when running above 120KMH. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 7000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 55000 1500 Total steering wheel, airbag and left front electrical failure 
Nov 2010 66000 600 Hesitation. Found to be high pres fuel pump mechanical interface. Cam shaft has to be replaced. Replaced interface only, cam shaft repair is $1500 job, and timing belt replacement is soon. Do together. 
Dec 2012 87000 100 Rear rim on drivers side has spontaneously deformed. No accident or damage to rim of any kind. Problem progressed quickly over less than one month, tire would no longer hold air. Aftermarket rim purchased 
Mar 2013 89000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2007 620 0 Wind noise from driver's window seal above 70 km/h. New seal ordered. 
Oct 2007 1240 0 New seal installed. 
Dec 2007 1240 0 Air bag telltale ON. Parts ordered for repair. 
Jan 2008 0 Airbag module replaced. Issue closed. 
Feb 2010 29760 0 Defroster blower noisy at lowest speed 
Jun 2010 33480 0 Paint peeling off front curbside fender. At sheetmetal bend near tire. Fender repainted. 
Dec 2012 62620   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 41000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 43000 0 Replaced inoperative satellite radio module under warrenty. 
Oct 2010 43000 0 "Small Evaporator leak".  
Dec 2012 72000 250 lowbeam headlight had to be replaced no heat at front dash outlets 
Mar 2013 76000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Oct 2008 3000 0 TSB for shifting front subframe, fix applied and alignment done. 
Sep 2009 23000 0 Trunk latch chrome cracked and replaced under warranty. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Romania
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 6200   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 12400 0 Dynaudio amplifier broken. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

Volkswagen Passat in Singapore
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 21080   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 27900 0 Discovered wear and tear of front suspension link arms during 45,000km scheduled servicing. Part replaced under warranty. 
Dec 2011 45260 270 Fuel pump control module was faulty. Part No 1K0 906 093F. 
Jan 2012 47120 100 Exhaust downpipe header joint cracked and required welding. 
Mar 2012 50840   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 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
Jan 2012 51000   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 52000 0 replace fuel injectors 
Mar 2013 63000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Ireland
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 26660   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 32860 0 Coming/leaving home lights not functioning.Problem didn't show on first scan.Showed up on second scan 1 week later.Problem fixed 5 days later as part had to be ordered.Courtesy car not offered. Problem discovered, part ordered. Convenience module replaced. 
Jun 2011 41540   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

Volkswagen Passat in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 4000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 5000 80 Battery cable had to be replaced 
Apr 2012 18000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 30000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 34700 0 Button sticking on stock radio. Replaced radio under warrenty. 
Sep 2011 43000 0 Car was missing. Ended up being a bad ground to the fuel pressure regulator. Repaired, and no problem since. 
Oct 2011 43000 0 Radio quit working. 
Nov 2011 43000 0 Radio not working. 

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 15000   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 17000 0 Rear window sunshade broke. Clip in right side guide rail broke when owner operating sunshade. May have been caused by owner error. Dealer repaired when car brought in for routine 15,000 mile maintenance. No charge for repair. Done under warranty. 
Nov 2012 32300 0 Broken Window Switch, Right (Passenger) Rear. Replaced under warranty during normal maintenance. 
Mar 2013 35000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 5000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 14000 0 Low side horn was not working. 
Jul 2010 22000 0 Rear window shade bracket replaced, 
Jun 2012 48000 0 Replaced speed sensor. 
Nov 2012 53300 550 High pressure fuel pump on engine not working. 
Mar 2013 59000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Volkswagen Passat in New Mexico, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 0 steering wheel clockspring 
Oct 2008 5000 0 Steering clockspring replaced. 
Apr 2009 10000 0 iPOD adapter in glove box stopped working iPOD adapter harness in glove box replaced 
Jan 2010 17000 0 Driver side passenger power window stopped working. 
Mar 2010 19000 0 Driver side rear window motor replaced 
Feb 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Volkswagen Passat in Libya
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 34100   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 35500 0 fan change because of blade breakage and ventilator control switch makes strange noise engine runs uneven and rev meter goes up and down in even rythem, excessive burn of fuel horn not working 
Mar 2012 47120   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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