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Volkswagen Passat repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

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

Other (6%)

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Chart based on 601 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

9000 mi

the passenger side mirror would not unfold

3000 mi	Video screen went blank during driving but returned to normal again after I restarted the engine?
5000 mi	Main Video screen bent blank again (third time), Came back on after restart, electrical system has been checked for this problem the last two times this happened & nothing was found to repair, this time only error codes were checked, none.

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26000 mi

US $155

Bad AC expansion valve needed replacing. No cold air blowing, did not hold a charge. Prior to breaking the car had inconsistent cooling (always on high even in the middle of winter). Covered under warranty. Paid for wheel alignment.

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10000 mi

Radio/navy system display would flicker for about 10 minutes after first start of the day. Also, would not switch from night to day display. VW was contacted, a software update was performed. Dealer could not recreate problem after repair. The flickering seems to be corrected, but the display still will not switch from night to day at times. I think the radio/nav head is at fault. Still working with dealer and VW for resolution. This issue is tough due to the intermittent nature.

36000 mi

Nav system screen flicker reported in spring 2017 now fixed by replacing radio unit

5000 mi	replaced control module part had to come from Germany
9000 mi	seat control module

2700 mi

Car would not start. Battery fine. Towing company damaged battery, ground cable and front tire while towing car.

5000 mi

Adaptive cruise alignment

29000 mi

Touchscreen didn't respond to touch. Head unit was replaced.

47000 mi

US $1200

Accuators for right vents not working

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74000 mi

US $100

Actuator motor that controls ac went out. Was blowing warm air. This part is located under dash on right hand side of drivers side

60500 mi

US $150

Battery had to be replaced due to heat deterioration

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33000 mi

Right rear turn signal bulb housing was loose causing non-operational turn signal. Housing/wiring/bulb replaced

53320 mi

C $1100

Required new vent motors for windshield defrost

30000 mi

Ac stopped working. Electrical switch replacement

41000 mi

US $300

Replaced nosiy blower motor.

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3300 mi

Car lost programming. Had to be towed to dealer. Reprogramming fixed problem.

49600 mi	Cabin blower making a squeaking noise when cold.
80600 mi C $100	Rear passenger door was reporting that it was open, even when closed. VW had to replace the passenger rear door handle.
145080 mi C $1500	Alternator failed and was replaced. Part was on back-order from Germany and took several weeks to arrive. Dealer provided demo car at no cost for the entire duration of the repair.
145080 mi C $1500	Alternator failed.

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24500 mi

Radio would not load

14100 mi

Check Engine Light was illuminated. Code scan did not find any faults, System was reset, and light went out.

9000 mi

This was a "new" 2015 TDI purchased in 2017. Battery should have been replaced before delivery along with fluids, tires, etc as part of the TDI program. But the battery went bad at 9000 miles and I suspect the original battery was not replaced before delivery.

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54000 mi

US $309

Wire to washer fluid level sensor came loose and became corroded. Replace wiring.

21849 mi

Stereo head unit had to be replaced due to electrical fault and volume issues. Head unit for stereo replaced due to erratic operation and sometimes not turning on or off, also volume controls sometimes were not working.

26660 mi

The front passenger heater did not work since the car was new.I had it in on 4 previous repairs for the problem the problem was never diagnosed correctly the final repair was to replace the heater core parts not availabe traded in for 2015

53000 mi

US $170

Battery failed, caused dashboard display to freak out & not start. Jumped it, got it home, put in new battery.

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35000 mi	Driver's seat memory faulty. Replaced driver's seat position module
36000 mi	Nav unit had split screen on startup. Software update performed, tech bulletin 91-15-03

10000 mi

Short in radio antenna.

50000 mi	A/C was not consistently putting out cold air. Refrigerant was slightly low and was topped off. The repair from previous service didn't work. One very warm day, I had no a/c. Called dealer and they took me in first thing next morning. It started working on way to dealer. They tested hvac system and could not duplicate problem
50000 mi US $115	Bad a/c condenser was diagnosed, repair bill quote was $1500. I told them no repair, since car is being bought back by VW this fall. Car has been parked, bought a new Sonata Hybrid to replace.

1000 mi	Serious ventilation issues. Fan needs to be run on High (loud) with most of the air directed to the windshield to keep it defrosted in the winter. Dealer recommended monthly cabin air filter changes. They have inadequate airflow.
25500 mi US $132	very poor ventilation. fan needs to be run on high speeds, and even then window fogging is evident in cold (0 degree) temps. This cars HVAC system is lacking. The fan noise is horrible. This is a great car without a decent HVAC system.
34000 mi US $60	ongoing issues with cabin airflow. very poor system. filter plugs almost instantly.

25000 mi

Infotainment system was randomly locking up.

35000 mi

Change the condenser

12400 mi

REAR RIGHT DOOR LATCH STOPPED WORKING

79200 mi

US $50

Slow nav unit. Replaced. Slow radio/navigation unit remains

21000 mi

Fender Audio/Nav unit failed. Manually rebooting the unit sometimes re-enabled it.

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40000 mi

US $450

electronic device that controls door locks

13000 mi	Cigarette lighter has no power. Checked fuses, saw nothing wrong. Dealer fixed it but a few weeks later it has happened again without plugging in anything more than a cell phone charger.
24500 mi	Cigarette lighter would not charge phone. Back for the 3rd time for the same thing. The phone charges in other cars just fine. It makes no sense to keep blowing a fuse over charging a car. This car is a lease and it's going back.

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2000 mi

rear camera would not turn on in reverse, radio software was slow, radio functioned very poorly, you could not understand the person giving you directions from the Nav at times the front right DRL would not come on auto dim mirror was always dim

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67000 mi

US $198

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

74000 mi

Alternator failed, vehicle is no longer being driven and is awaiting buyback

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6000 mi

Battery dead after leaving the parking lights on. However when checked it was found defective and dealer replace it free of charge.

11700 mi

Door lock malfunction

43000 mi US $350	Rear Driver Side Door Handle Locking Mechanism Would Engage & Re-Engage Every Time the Cars Speed Went Below & Back Above 10 mph
81000 mi	Rear Trunk License Plate Light Bulbs & Harnesses. Lights would not work because the harnesses had corroded to the point they were non-functional and in need of full replacement.

25500 mi

Radio had to have a hard reset performed in order to receive XM Sirius signal.

26500 mi	Sensor came on with check engine light for adding Blue this is for TDI technology
71000 mi	Satellite radio works intermittently.

2700 mi	RNS 510 touchscreen very slow, backup camera can take up to 30 secs to turn on.
9000 mi	Automatic mirror not dimming
	Intermittent short in central locking meant you could be locked in or out of the car in temps below freezing
15000 mi	Not cool enough.

29000 mi

Drivers door lock would not open using keyfob remote or switch on the drivers door. Dealer replaced locking mechanism under warranty.

49000 mi

US $180

Battery died. Was replaced. Also 1 recall was fixed (steering wheel clock spring).

28200 mi	DRL went out. Seems like low mileage to be out.
29000 mi US $180	The battery failed and needed to be replaced with less than 3 years of ownership. The battery warranty is only 2 years so it was not covered.

26000 mi	Driver side power seat would not move forward. Stuck in wife's position and I could not drive my car. After 1 full day of testing, they had to overnight new circuit board. Loaner car provided at the end of day 1. Driver side power seat lumbar not inflating. After 1 full day of testing, they had to overnight new circuit board. Loaner car provided at the end of day 1.
42000 mi US $503	Alternator

1000 mi

The airbag light was on from the factory. The airbag wiring harness was severed when the vehicle was manufactured. Dealer replaced part without hassle. The horn failed by staying on while the car's ignition was in any position but completely off. I pulled the horn fuse which was impossibly labeled; Dealer gave me rental at no charge and replace the entire steering column.

20100 mi	Day time running lights were not functional. Also had a recall part replaced in the fuse box.
26700 mi	Sensor in the handle that allows for touch lock / unlock.

22000 mi

US $150

Sluggish audio response; rear camera took forever to display

3000 mi

Trunk would not open with switch in car or remote. Dealer replaced latch assembly.

18000 mi	Electronic Door Lock was replaced
43000 mi	The A/C was taking 5+ minutes to start pumping cool air. The issue was a valve in the system that would stick, was wearing and ultimately contaminated the system. The total bill would have been in excess of $2300 however the repairs were covered by my extended warranty.

42000 mi

US $800

Replace battery and 40k scheduled service

5031 mi	This visit was the start of several visits for broken, or burnt out DRL bulbs.
7798 mi	Drivers side DRL shattered, caused light assembly to melt. Replaced passenger side DRL bulb. It blew out while at the VW dealership.

23500 mi	Radio/Navigation Unit would not boot up. No audio/video from system. Defective head unit.
31000 mi	Continuing to have problems with the audio/navigation unit. System randomly shuts off/disconnects from bluetooth, or crashes. Dealer applied a software update to prevent this. Issues have diminished, but not fully resolved.
32100 mi	Replaced head unit again.

48700 mi

Needed a jump start, then had some "check engine" indications. Diagnosis is the battery should be replaced.

15000 mi	Dealer replaced head light assembly, after third buld replacement.
45000 mi US $85	Driver's side seat belt sensor malfunctioned. I took the vehicle into the dealership, but we couldn't duplicate the malfunction, which was a constant dinging of the fasten your seatbelt audible warning.
59000 mi US $450	Drivers side door would not lock or unlock. You had to enter the vehicle through the passenger side.
65000 mi US $100	Tire inflator sensor.

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46000 mi

US $15

Tail light burned out.

10000 mi

After inserting two new headlight bulbs I took it to the dealer. They said the whole headlight assembly was fried. Recent recall on HL assy. states design flaw causes excessive shock when hood is dropped, causing assembly to short. Warranty.

39000 mi

US $50

Replace front driver and passenger side door locks, due to sluggish operation.

5000 mi

Drivers seat memory buttons failed. Likely caused by worker performing a detail. Maybe cleaning fluid got into the circuit.

101000 mi

US $50

Busted [audio system] fuse

Replaced the instrument cluster due to pixilation.

32000 mi US $165	Replaced original battery.
82000 mi US $3	Passenger side running light replaced.

6000 mi	HD radio does not work properly. VW is aware of the problem but refuses to fix the radio.
3000 mi	The HD radio does not work properly. The dealer said VW is aware of the problem, but could not fix it. My new Audi has an HD radio that works great!

66000 mi

US $180

Parked the car. After work the car didn't start. Got a jump start and took it to AutoZone. They tested it and had the battery replaced.

40000 mi

US $100

Front Speakers

53300 mi	Original equipment battery died after 25 months of use.
117000 mi US $75	Left-hand headlight was replaced.

27100 mi

RNS-510 unit indicated fault

37000 mi US $127	Key fob no longer communicating with car. Dealer reprogrammed.
54000 mi US $450	Replace power door lock module

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3700 mi

compass module failed and caused short which discharged battery

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11700 mi	Passenger side rearview mirror was not moving down when in reverse
20500 mi	The driver side headlamp was out and it was determined that the driver side headlight unit needed to be replaced.

50500 mi

US $250

Since the day I bought the car the battery has occasionally gone dead and required a jump start. The dealer always said the battery was fine. This time they said it was fine but during a software update in the shop it failed completely.

17000 mi

Garage door opener on visor

60000 mi

Clock spring recall

33700 mi

Failed left front headlight. Headlight assembly replaced.

5000 mi	Antenna for keyless start replaced.
13000 mi	Keyless start error returned. Dealer reprogrammed both keys and the problem has no returned. Error with satellite radio causing it not to function. Would happen several times each week. Replaced roof antenna. Previous satellite radio error fix unsuccessful. Replaced entire radio/nav unit and so far the problem has not returned.
23000 mi	Passenger headlamp error. Bulb replacement didn't remedy. Dealer had to order new bulb holder and found the old to be melted.

20000 mi	Headlight socket melted and headlight stopped working. Dealer replaced headlight assembly.
21000 mi	Sunvisor replaced as light would not shut off. Replacement sunvisor light also would not shut off. Replaced again.
26000 mi	Navigation system started freezing and acting erratic. Reset and updated firmware, even though dealer had no idea updated firmware for unit existed

48000 mi	Headlight housing recall. Passenger side headlight housing contacts had failed.
83000 mi	Clockspring broke while I was turning around in my driveway - with a very discernible "pop" sound within my steering column. The airbag warning light came on immediately, and I knew what had happened. Common problem, recall.

33000 mi

Two speaker related rattles. One fixed by replacing bolt. One not fixed yet (part on order).

40840 mi

driving light burnt out. Covered under warranty

26500 mi

US $250

Battery failed after 2.5 years. Replacement excluded from warranty.

57000 mi

Body control module failed

20000 mi	Sirius radio is intermittent.
20000 mi	First replacement head did not fix the Sirius cutting out problem and added a screen to dark issue. Second replacement head fixed screen problem, improved but did not completely fix Sirius issue.
23000 mi	Third replacement head to fix Sirius radio cutting out. So far so good.
33700 mi	Battery failed 600 miles after warrantee ran out. Car had to be towed in.

3000 mi

Rear tail light replacement

30960 mi

Fuel Gauge intermittent.

6000 mi	Driver's side power seat (memory function) didn't work. Needed to replace the seat motor.
11000 mi	Passenger overhead light, drivers side lock switch, passenger side window switch,
15000 mi	Drivers side power mirror will not work. When selecting drivers side the passenger mirror will adjust. When select passenger the passenger will adjust. Drivers side can only be adjusted manually with force.
31000 mi	Passenger power mirror stopped tilting down, tried to fix twice and finally got it on the third try. Kessy failed and needed to be reset. Bluetooth then malfunctioned. Each on seperate occassions.
38000 mi	Kessy system stopped working
40000 mi	kessy system again

62500 mi

US $50

Replaced faulty trunk latch, lock and actuator. Open trunk switch did not work. Head up display never showed trunk open, trunk light would not illuminate.

165000 mi

US $500

Car not starting intermittently. Door ajar light on for a couple months, replaced door switch assembly

84500 mi

updated radio software

58000 mi

US $112

Dealer re-calibrated exhaust sensor

52700 mi

C $120

Ac leaking.

29000 mi

Failed battery two months after warranty ended

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94000 mi

US $3000

AC compressor stopped working.

1000 mi

Dealer kept me waiting 4 hours and didn't do a thing to resolve the problems. One-touch windows and rain-sensing wipers not working. Sold car.

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14000 mi	About a week after replacement of headliner, I noticed that daylight running lights were ALWAYS on - previous functionality missing. Also LED indicators next to shift lever were dark. Full check carried out and defects rectified.
16000 mi	Turning of steering wheel produced slight clicking noise (sounded like a small ratchet malice shop manager guessed that a clock spring in the steering column was at fault. Turns out that the airbag was making the noise. Clicking is still present
19000 mi	This was a continuation of the "clicking sound" in the steering wheel when turning. After installation of 2 faulty airbags as remedies, it was indeed determined that faulty airbags were the cause. This took lots of effort to nail down.

Left rear door not locking - faulty actuator

33000 mi	Right rear taillight went out
36000 mi	One of the 4 rear backup sensors failed. A replacement sensor was ordered by the dealer and I was told they would call me when it came in.
53000 mi	License plate light bulb. Charged for half an hour of labor.

73000 mi

US $940

Replaced alternator.

16000 mi US $1166	AC needed major overhaul.
26000 mi US $90	Replaced Battery

89000 mi

Replaced Takata air bag inflator

12000 mi

Grinding sound was occurring when windshield wipers were in use. Dealer stated bearing failing in wiper motor. Ordered replacement motor.

10000 mi

Left rear window motor issue. Replaced the motor.

25000 mi

Passenger side vanity light stayed on. Required new visor.

22200 mi	Drivers side headlight out. Had to repair wiring. I believe there has been a recall for this or similar issue.
28000 mi	Passenger side headlight out.

37820 mi	AC water condenser drain tube installed incorrectly during factory assembly. Water drained inside the car. New carpet liner replaced. A/C water hose installation corrected.
43920 mi	Driver door lock actuator mechanism.

83000 mi

US $600

power rear window end-of-travel sensor failed. Totally discharged battery within 24 hours.

40000 mi

Wiper motor replaced.

31000 mi

Battery had to be replaced

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2000 mi

Third repair rear windows would not go down.

26000 mi	Compas module came loose from trunk lid mounting. Re-attached by technician.
39000 mi US $50	Lock mechanism in drivers side door was non responsive, replaced under warranty.

33000 mi	Air Conditioner blowing hot air. This was the second time in one year for this condition. Dealer repaired.
36300 mi	Air Conditioner not working. Dealer stated it was OK, but again it was not working one week later.
42000 mi US $200	Air conditioner has been repaired now 4 times. 3 times at the dealer, who last said everything was working properly, but it was not. As winter approached, I let it go. Took car to my regular shop and found the Freon refill valve broken.

10000 mi

DRL bulb out when car was purchased. Dealer fixed at no cost to me because of warranty.

26100 mi

Front passenger window slow to go up. Sometimes when auto-up is used, the window would go almost to the top and then would auto-reverse and go down instead.

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38900 mi

US $400

Failed battery in summer. Replaced.

17800 mi

Airbag light came on dealer found problem with "spring" and replace. Dealer provided rental car while work was done.

64100 mi

US $125

Dead battery - replaced battery - no issue

Seat heater button getting stuck; part replaced by dealership.

65000 mi US $150	Dead battery. Replaced.
68000 mi US $25	Headlight

99000 mi

US $100

Car wouldn't start. Found battery voltage low. Battery still under partial warranty so it was replaced by the dealer.

116000 mi

US $916

Alternator replacement

51000 mi

US $115

Air conditioning does not turn on until after the car has been running for more than 5 minutes.

100000 mi

takata recall

7000 mi	Door would not unlock Bluetooth would lose connection
10500 mi	The MMI system was replaced. The MMI is a multi media input module that connects to things like an ipod.
19000 mi	trunk close button not working
30000 mi	replaced rear hatch close button which failed for second time
41000 mi US $550	Drivers side door lock solenoid failed and did not allow door to be unlocked from switches or key fob. Repair was include with extended warranty. Owner paid for deductible. Additionally 40K service was preformed.
58000 mi US $200	Front Passanger Door Lock failed to operate Rear Drivers Passanger Door Lock failed to operate Rear Passanger Door window failed to operate. Shop replaced switch but problem return a few days later.
59400 mi	Replaced window motor.
78800 mi US $1100	rear door lock failed to lock and unlock
83000 mi US $250	Rear passenger door lock failed again and needed to be replaced

47151 mi

C $250

Replaced cruise control switch Replaced the switch for driver power window

Rear hatch would only go up only 1/2 way. service personnel needed to go to vehicle computer and reboot section dealing with raising rear hatch. Aftyer reboot, rear hatch now operates correctly.

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48000 mi £500	Phone module resetting every 35 minutes. Phone module replaced, fault remained, new phone control panel ordered
48000 mi	Same problem as previous

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22000 mi	Left rear window regulator broke. Window stuck in close position. Dealer replaced window regulator under warranty. Horn high note only work intermittently. Replacement horn ordered.
26000 mi	Radio not displaying RDS data correctly. Radio functins but RDS data will freeze-up.
28000 mi	Radio replaced to fixed software issues for speed dependent volume and frozen display but did not correct the RDS function. RDS works intermittenly. VW claims problem is due to signal strength.

25000 mi

US $372

Window regulator

50220 mi

C $50

headlight bulb failed and replaced

87420 mi

Loud squealing from heater blower motor when turned to any position. Deemed to be faulty and replaced under warranty

14000 mi

Vehicle takes an extremely long time/distance to heat. Not a good thing in Minnesota. Took it to dealer who could diagnose no problem. This on an above freezing day after I had driven 25 miles. They did nothing.

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39060 mi

AC compressor broke, sending metal shavings throughout the AC system. Under second-hand dealer warranty so it was fixed at no cost. Compressor, Condenser, and Drier were replaced.

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9000 mi

The steering wheel controls for the Bluetooth did not work - apparently an incorrect part was originally installed. A new part was installed and the system now works as it should.

28000 mi

Radio replacement due to sat problem.

27000 mi US $27	Radio volume was higher upon car restart; Radio volume was extremely high after mute / un-mute cycle.
40000 mi	Defog not working; no air flow to windshield HVAC mode switch was very hard to turn; This is a followup to the defog repair; Tech did not have a cable properly seated.
74000 mi US $850	Alternator light came on; dealer said alternator was bad and replaced it. They did not have one in stock or in the metro area. Took four days to get one.
131100 mi US $500	Car would not start if it sat for >5 days, no lights on the dash. Gel battery had a bad cell, possible related to prior issue draining battery

71000 mi US $415	Auto door lock mechanism failed in rear passanger door.
96000 mi US $590	Replaced failing interior blower fan and rheostat

59520 mi C $160	electric pump in the windshield washer bottle failed.
60140 mi C $220	Warning light on for return of gas vapours to intake manifold - faulty light! Ironic that that the warning light is faulty more often that the item it indicates - and costs more.
64540 mi C $190	electric control for driver seat - to recline and raise seat stopped. Easily removed trim and 3 screws hold this part. But 190.00! They say it's elec + switch + German. I say for that price it should last longer. New switch works fine.
73960 mi C $575	HVAC blower motor bearing failure - unable to source non VW part for this model - please note that dealer also recommended changing an additional electrical control along with the blower motor. Cost would be 575+190= $765 plus tx !!!

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155 mi	Rear hatch electrical short fixed by dealership
73160 mi C $100	Heater blower seized. Replaced.
79360 mi C $550	rear hatch power striker replaced

97030 mi

C $580

Suction line between compressor and condenser leak in aluminum line. Had been intermittent previous summer, went away after recharge. Seemed to be exacerbated by running defrost on hot with AC on to clear windows. 1 hour after recharging and running with hot snd AC i had depleted the r134a.

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133300 mi

THe seatbelt sensor in the drivers seat belt stopped working, resulting in the seat belt warning going off all the time.

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87300 mi US $300	Car would not start. Display said Airbag failure do not drive. Had towed to shop, $130 for diagnostics. No fault found for airbag failure, just battery. Replaced battery after initial 3 yr old battery failed to charge.
90000 mi US $30	Replaced right parking light. About 20 min as had to pull back cover of wheel well to remove and difficult access. Also replaced right turn signal much easier.
92000 mi US $99	Electronic parking brake failure light Came on after pressing switch twice quickly. I have hand ailments so sometimes finger tips numb. Wasn’t sure I applied enough pressure to release and didn’t hear brake release so pressed a second time-light came on. Disc battery to see if would clear didn’t. Dealer charged $ 99 to clear

97000 mi

US $35

ac air filter cover was missing

96000 mi

US $2000

Had to replace fan for the AC/heat

31100 mi

Parking brake sensor control module replaced. Dash light on but brake still worked.

32000 mi

US $100

Passenger side airbag sensor failure produced airbag warning light on the dashboard

111000 mi

dead battery - replaced for $160

15000 mi

Airbag sensor failed.

28000 mi

US $50

Seat lumbar support motor failed and was replaced

57000 mi

US $500

Recharged frion, includes purple dyed to detect leak in AC system

64000 mi

US $35

Needed headlight replaced. The owners manual emphasized the dangers of doing it yourself so I brought it to my usual repair shop.

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37700 mi

Memory system for drivers seat would sporadically drive seat. Couldn't set the memory.

60000 mi

US $510

Starter motor gave up, needed replacement

80000 mi

US $1200

AC compressor died

16000 mi

Blower fan and unit went bad, no cooling anymore and no high speed for fan

53000 mi

Battery was replaced due to age.

89000 mi

Alternator went bad (due to an oil spill at a quick oil change shop). Serpentine belt was soaked, as well, so it was also replaced.

95000 mi US $1200	Power hatch no longer opens.
97000 mi	Power hatch not closing when car sat in the sun for a few hours.

1800 mi

Negative battery cable was improperly tightened during pre-delivery inspection. Negative cable kept coming loose and disabling the entire car. Loose negative battery cable from factory...recall campaign to reflash computer software with latest updates from VW.

61000 mi US $150	Left rear outer tail light melted inside and fell apart. Had to replace entire outer tail light assembly
75000 mi US $150	Battery replaced by dealer after checking charging system. Pep boys would not warranty the battery I bought from them. What pep boys does is charge the bad battery for a hour then tell you the battery is good.
125000 mi US $175	New battery
173000 mi US $60	Parking sensor replaced Washer pump leaking. Washer pump replaced.

20000 mi

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.

55000 mi

Driver side power door latch mechanism is intermittently failing to unlock the door. As a result, I cannot use my remote key to unlock and enter the vehicle. Instead, I have to use the backup key and physically insert it into the door to unlock the car. Every time I do this, I also trip the alarm (which is activated when I lock the car using the remote) which is annoying. I've decided to live with this, as the dealer estimate is $300 for parts and $350 for labor. Fixing myself will certainly take a full day and comes with some risk as the entire door trim assembly has to be removed, as well as the power window.

26300 mi	window stuck open, replaced motor
40000 mi US $800	Window regulator replaced, parking brake button replaced and trunk motor diagnosed.

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8060 mi

Fan resistors burned, only worked at 4(full power).

12000 mi

Took in car for electrical problem, but it couldn't be replicated.

154000 mi	airbag light was tripped during DIY work, needed dealership to reset light
155000 mi	airbag in driver's steering wheel replaced, part of Takata airbag recall

90000 mi US $120	3 of 4 fan speeds stopped working. Blew a capacitor. Second time it has happened
121000 mi US $15	Lost 3 of 4 fan speeds. Replaced capacitor. Third time in 3 years replacing same capacitor

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70500 mi US $10	Low-tone horn stopped working. Replaced with aftermarket unit. Failed after about a month.
77000 mi US $20	Replace low-tone horn.

19000 mi	Faulty airbag sensor
31000 mi	Airbag sensor light fault

18000 mi	Valve motor replaced
19000 mi	CD changer broke CD changer replaced

17500 mi	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.
18300 mi	Had problem with radio losing its memory and ipod connector not working; radio and accessory plug were both replaced under extended VW warrantee.
125000 mi US $175	HID Headlight bulb replacement, completely went out

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50500 mi	Low Tone Horn Replaced
65300 mi US $50	Horn not sounding properly.

10000 mi

Horn was not working. It had to be replaced.

12400 mi

Dynaudio amplifier broken.

3000 mi	Smell of manure coming from vents when AC was activated.
5000 mi	Car smelled badly when AC used. Problem was worsened by intense smell from carpet shampoo on previous visit for the same problem.
5000 mi	Reoccurring bad smell coming from vents when using AC.
5000 mi	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.
12000 mi	AC air smells like manure when first engaged.

28500 mi

cdc hardware error, radio replaced

19840 mi

C $120

Air bag fail sensor - passenger air bag sensor malfunctioned; replaced under warranty.

55000 mi

US $1500

Total steering wheel, airbag and left front electrical failure

20000 mi	Electric motor on drivers seat failed. Could no longer adjust.
41000 mi US $320	Frayed wires under seat setting off airbag light.

5000 mi

US $300

oil change, tire needed replacing as the dealer stated, claimed there was a bubble, of course not under warranty, bad start

3100 mi	Air bag telltale ON. Parts ordered for repair.
3596 mi	Airbag module replaced. Issue closed.
29760 mi	Defroster blower noisy at lowest speed
96720 mi C $100	Defroster blower fan replaced, noisy at low speed Fresh air flapper actuator replaced; noticed with loud grinding noise coming from behind glovebox

10100 mi

CD changer failed, replaced under warranty Sunglasses holder failed, replaced under warranty

35000 mi

Required new Sirius radio module

45000 mi

A/C compressor failed. Replaced under warranty.

43000 mi	Replaced inoperative satellite radio module under warrenty.
72000 mi US $200	lowbeam headlight had to be replaced no heat at front dash outlets
81000 mi	no heat at front dash outlets, never fixed

49000 mi

replaced car battery

53000 mi

Replaced the Premium 7 radio head unit.

36000 mi	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
54500 mi	low tone on horn not working, dealer replaced under extended warranty; no charge

35000 mi

US $140

replace battery

39000 mi

Ignition coil blew.

39700 mi

12 Volt DC Power Outlets / Lighter Sockets In Passenger Compartment(Front & Rear) Failed.

2000 mi	Bad airbag sensor.
37000 mi	front park assist sensor replaced

4000 mi	Air Bag sensor defective.
30000 mi	Dead cell in battery

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49060 mi

$600

Alternator was faulty

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32860 mi

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.

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70000 mi

US $450

front headlight failed, replaced.

34300 mi	Button sticking on stock radio. Replaced radio under warrenty.
43000 mi	Radio quit working.
43000 mi	Radio not working.

5000 mi

US $80

Battery cable had to be replaced

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5000 mi	steering wheel clockspring
5000 mi	Steering clockspring replaced.
10000 mi	iPOD adapter in glove box stopped working iPOD adapter harness in glove box replaced
17000 mi	Driver side passenger power window stopped working.
19000 mi	Driver side rear window motor replaced

32100 mi	Broken Window Switch, Right (Passenger) Rear. Replaced under warranty during normal maintenance.
39000 mi	Xenon HID headlight burned out. Service dept said bumper needed to be removed to replace and would take 4 hours and cost $400. While replacing the bulb, mechanic damaged the hood of the car. Tried to repair hood twice. Finally replaced hood.
90000 mi	Intermittent "Seat Belt" Warning Light and Chimes. Technician could not find cause of problem. Shop did did not repair the problem. Problem not resolved. Will require another trip to the repair shop.

14000 mi

Low side horn was not working.

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34800 mi

fan change because of blade breakage and ventilator control switch makes strange noise horn not working

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96000 mi

US $272

Audio system Goodwill: Electrical system Airbag control module blower motor

23000 mi

US $1100

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

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72000 mi US $120	Replaced the battery.
140000 mi US $200	A/C stopped working during a road trip. Worked fine during the trip out, then failed on the way home. Took the car in for a recharge, and after the attempted recharge, did not work at all. Dealer quoted $1800 for new compressor and receiver/dryer. Have not decided course of action yet.
141000 mi US $13	Power window switch for LR window failed in the driver door switch cluster. $13 for the new cluster on Ebay, and less than one hour to replace.

92000 mi

Air bag light on. Purchased Ross Tech diagnostic system. Turned light off, has not come back on.

66000 mi US $35	CD changer seized, won't play or change disks (radio works). Dealer checked code, ordered new radio. CD/radio replaced, new one works fine, plus now has clock on radio (bonus). Lost 6 CDs that could not be removed from old replaced radio (repair under warranty, cost is for CD replacement)
73200 mi	Rear window auto up/down not working (but window worked if hold down/up button); replaced motor and window track under certification warranty. Also repaired air bag recall during this visit.

64000 mi

Both Vanity Mirror lights stopped working. They've been ordered. Lumbar in the drivers seat has stopped working.

121000 mi

US $2000

Replaced Compressor and cooling fans.

18000 mi

Radio stopped, no sound from speakers. Diagnosed as amplifier defected,overnight shipped a replacement,installed next day. Problem corrected.

13000 mi	Back lighting on instrument cluster randomly flickered. New instrument cluster ordered. New cluster installed and keys reprogrammed.
27600 mi	bad fuses to power outlets

70000 mi

A/C not cold, evacuated, Checked for leaks. Recharged.

33000 mi

Radio am static.

49000 mi	The Rear Lift Gate had been malfunctioning again. It opened mostly OK but didn’t close like normal. It many times stopped ~1/3 the way down. The left & right Electric Lift Gate Motors were replaced. All is well now.
74000 mi US $120	The Heater Temperature Dial and Vent Selector Control did not function correctly for the past several months. A malfunctioning “G191” Interior Air Temperature Sensor (VW P/N: 1K0-907-543-E) was replaced.
114000 mi US $325	Airbag Warning Lamp repaired.
145000 mi US $39	10MAY2014 - @145,145 Miles I replaced the blown out LH Door Speaker. I installed a Pioneer TS-A1675R 6.5" 3-Way 50-Watt 4 Î© Coaxial Speaker in its place.

65700 mi US $53	The switch that lowers the tail gate failed. It was a simple repair, but unexpected in the first 1000 of ownership.
79000 mi US $50	The radio would discharge the battery when parked for over two days.
79800 mi US $50	Airbag light on, replaced sensor

1240 mi	warning light on for airbag; turned out to be some loose connection
58280 mi $350	Xenon bulb busted; change required removal of bumper by mechanic
67580 mi $900	AC not cold New pump installed

44300 mi US $750	My car has a power drain when it's turned off and locked. The battery initially discharged in 2 weeks but now it's escalated to 3 days. Dealer unable to pinpoint and fix the problem.
45000 mi	Continuing problem with power drain.

98000 mi

US $30

Passenger side lightbulb replacement. Checked housing unit and wiring for moisture....ok.

27638 mi

High tone horn replaced. Bottom door seal drvr door rusting - advised VW Canada. Roof rack rubber falling off - return in Spring. Check engine light on - replace fuel cap. Sunroof buzzing - installed anti-rattle kit.

100100 mi

C $500

Starter failed and was replaced

14880 mi	Rear hatch closing switch replaced.
23560 mi	Electronic parking brake switch replaced
30380 mi	The AC compressor required replacement.
34720 mi C $120	Replaced noisy heater fan
40920 mi	AC not running cold. Leaking O ring replaced.
40920 mi	Air not running cold. Compressor replaced. Repair not effective. Will be bringing it back in.
41540 mi	AC repaired. I think it was the compressor.
43180 mi	Noisy flap when in recirc mode required replacement.
46500 mi C $150	Problem could not be isolated (leak somewhere). System recharged, with dye, to try to locate source of leak.

39000 mi	Check engine light and airbag fault light illuminated.
60000 mi	Power Door locks malfunctioning; had to order parts to replace
64000 mi	Replaced malfunctioning door locks.

62000 mi US $180	Air mix and actuator broken in HVAC system
66000 mi	Air mix and actuator still broken in HVAC system

2000 mi	Satellite radio went out.
84000 mi US $1500	Entire AC system replaced.

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48360 mi	Right hand mirror heating element discovered non-functional by self VAG-COM scan. Replaced under warranty.
89280 mi C $1000	Mirror turn signal LED failed. Part replaced

52080 mi

Had to do with the HVAC system...clicking coming from one of the flap motors

12000 mi	re-repair radio
48300 mi	Airbag switch in steering wheel, some problem with the air system

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C $200

liftgate motor problem

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95300 mi US $1400	A/c compressor failed, had to replace and recharge the entire system.
110000 mi US $540	Radiator had to be reconnected per the dealer. Also AC system drained and recharged per dealer.

6000 mi	Left Driver's side headlight did not function. It is Bi-Xenon AFS. TPMS monitor was on for second time in one month
12000 mi	Driver's side AFS Bi-Xenon light inoperative.
50700 mi	Both horns not working - has a faint sound. Total estimate $350 to replace both. Did not repair due to expense involved.
55100 mi US $175	Left AFS Headlight Inoperative

49000 mi	Tailgate wouldn't always latch. Replaced tailgate latch.
59000 mi	Airbag warning light
93000 mi US $100	Floor heat vent not working

19000 mi

Parking brake light came on; went out at dealer. Tire pressure light came on; dealer over-inflated tires to make it go away.

120000 mi US $1500	AC had stopped working normally, dealer suggested a complete recharge. Seemed to fix the problem. Passenger Airbag Fault - dealer reset code, but as soon as passenger got in car, fault returned!!!! $120 wasted! Power Trunk Failed
124000 mi US $550	Passenger Air Bag Fault
141000 mi US $360	replace clock spring - the horn was broken (when the airbag was replaced) which required a replacement clock spring. they claimed it was broken when i entered the shop, so they refused to fix the problem. not very happy about dealer who broke the clock spring.

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1 mi US $59	Replaced failed air conditioning blower motor resistor.
127520 mi US $619	Front wipers inoperative. Removed and replaced wiper motor and linkage.

103100 mi US $150	Failed flapper motor causing heat to blow when AC was requested
104300 mi US $250	AC was not cold

39000 mi

Parking distance sensor broken. Headlight out, tail light loose.

110 mi

Adaptive Front Lighting System became inoperative Adaptive Front Lights Inoperative

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68400 mi A $250	Headlight harness had dislodged
75020 mi A $1200	Replace failed A/C compressor

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61380 mi	Radio keeps fading in and out while driving, sometimes just quits
62000 mi	Radio failed
74460 mi C $92	112000 km service and replacement of turn signal light in side mirror, oil change
71920 mi	heater blower discovered needed replacing - bushing back and front needed replacing

54500 mi

Multi function on steering wheel works sporadically this also translated into problems with the horn... very dangerous for me i live in NYC and need it but they are "working on ordering the parts"...

10000 mi US $120	Had an occasional airbag fault light on dash. Did not occur while at dealer. Said would replace sensor if it reoccured.
12000 mi	Dealer fixed airbag seat sensor to correct fault light on dash. Also updated radio software to correct problem with the radio not turning off when key removed.
15000 mi	Check engine light came on for airbag. Dealer replaced seat belt buckle catch which fixed problem. Also did 15000 mile service which is basically an oil change.
20000 mi US $330	Routine 20,000 mile service done and a TSB for musty smell from AC. TSB clean AC duct and fixed problem under warranty.
39000 mi	Remote key failed. Would not operate locks, but did operate ignition. Replaced under warranty. Also completed 40K service at same time.
47000 mi	burned out headlight bulb.
57000 mi US $125	Electric parking brake switch malfunctioned. Switch on dashboard replaced. This was replaced 2 years ago under warranty. Also did 60K service and rear brake pads at same time.
70000 mi US $1200	Alternator failing, replace alternator
89000 mi US $500	Treat AC system to eliminate musty odor
101000 mi US $1450	Drivers door latch mechanism would not open and had to be replaced.

36000 mi	Switch for raising front passenger window from driver door replaced.
69000 mi US $425	Replaced low beam bulb

30000 mi

Power lumbar adjustment for driver seat failed.

38500 mi	One of the LEDs in the taillight had gone out. Dealership replaced the entire taillight assembly
60100 mi US $370	Clock spring in steering failed. Horn & steering wheel controls were disabled. The dealership put in a new clock spring to fix it.

24000 mi

Then tire pressure light came on again. Fixed it, but have many times before, never stays fixed.

56420 mi

C $1500

ac compressor

92500 mi

US $1790

Power amplifier stopped working

48000 mi

Airbag light went on. Faulty seat belt lock sensor (due to wear). Airbag light went on

78000 mi US $1400	sensors and air flow motor went out.
87000 mi US $650	Heating went out.

95000 mi US $233	test of battery failed; replaced with new
115900 mi US $98	diagnose lighting system alert; replace R-side halogen headlamp

35000 mi

Outside temperature sensor replaced under factory warranty.

168360 mi

New battery

8000 mi	BAss flare issue and power off issues noted. TSB had been issued that fixed the issue and also added a clock to the radio.
8000 mi	Took into shop because of musty type smell when air conditioning was not in use. Took into dealer and they mentioned they had seen the problem and had a TSB for it. Did a system flush and deodarized.
37700 mi	Went in with A/C not working. New compressor installed as it had failed - within warranty.. (Also new battery installed as I had to get jumped the week before.) Drivers visor including Homelink replaced as light was not functioning on mirror - within warranty.

52000 mi

O-ring at compressor failed. Replaced and recharged.

49000 mi	MFD sometimes fades/dims, but it would not do this while car was in shop.
61000 mi US $817	A/C compressor failed, entailing replacement of compressor.

40300 mi

Drivers window not working - cable harness replaced.

59000 mi

TSB for sesat wiring harness, steering interlock switch, powertrain ignition coils.

10000 mi	Air Bag Fault Light
23000 mi US $325	Air bag light malfunction - needed to order part. Low tire pressure warning light on.

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7000 mi US $15	Left front low-beam headlamp bulb burned out. Replaced it myself. Left front low-beam headlamp bulb burned out . Replaced it myself.
10000 mi	Tire pressure is inaccurate in cold weather and had to be reset. Right rear door does not stay latched in cold weather (less than 20 degrees F). Dealer could not reproduce problem during service visit, so it may reappear next winter. Separate problem: Tire pressure is inaccurate in cold weather and had to be reset.
12000 mi US $15	Right front low-beam headlamp bulb burned out. Fixed it myself. Right front low-beam headlamp bulb burned out. Fixed it myself.
15000 mi US $60	Parking light fixed by VW dealer. Cost approx. $60. Right front parking light burned out. Dealer replaced bulb during oil change without asking permission. Very expensive part and labor.
22000 mi	Tire pressure monitor became inaccurate in cold weather (registering low pressure even when tires are properly filled. Also fixed compass (would only indicate North and Northwest).

A/C

50000 mi

The air conditioner stopped working (still blew air, but would not get cold). It was diagnosed as a seized compressor. The compressor, dryer and expansion valve were replaced and the system was charged.

108000 mi

US $250

New battery

15000 mi	Called for an appointment and they carried the part in stock. Replaced driver side vanity mirror bulb and switch to illuminate bulb. Dropped car off in morning returned after work.
24000 mi	Called for an appointment and they ordered the part. Replaced passenger visor including vanity mirror, light and switch. Dropped car off in morning returned at lunch. Successful repair
51000 mi US $25	Headlight bulb exploded in the headlight reflector. This required removal of the entire headlight assembly to remove pieces of glass. Part was difficult to remove but went back together very easily.
60000 mi US $1225	Air conditioner compressor failed. Dealer replaced compressor, dryer and thermal expansion valve and flushed cooling system.
61000 mi US $811	Previous air conditioner repair removed front bumper and light assembly. After repair headlight was misaligned and marker light was intermittent. Shop reinstalled headlight bulb securely and replaced marker bulb and checked the connections. Replaced steering column module. reprogrammed keys.

66000 mi

US $200

Parking brake switch worn out and had to be replaced.

700 mi	trip comp display fades mfd display fades
3000 mi	replaced screen all good
6000 mi	fuel pump pressure low
7000 mi	fuel pump pressure erratic, pump replaced and fuel sensor
31000 mi	AC compressor total fail
31300 mi	replaced ac system

92700 mi US $35	Replaced the horns.
149000 mi US $1200	Need a new ac compressor

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A $300

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

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78000 mi

US $480

Headlight failed. Because of major labor cost to access headlight I had both headlights replaced.

27000 mi

ABS light & Parking brake warning lights on. This trip diagnosed problem and ordered parts.

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49500 mi

US $400

Replaced entire radio under warranty

100000 mi

The AFS system has failed, perhaps just due to another bad Xenon bulb. This will make 4 changes? Taking the bumper off each time :(. Rain sensor on windshield wipers not functioning.

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9920 mi $250	rear window blind detached. Light bulb of external signal light fused.
13640 mi	Hand brake light continuously to be on despite car moves on with no dragging action. Malfunction in hand brake warning system. Lack of seriousness in rectifying problem at VW Cars of Malaysia. Mechanic in attendance do not have the diagnosis.

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22000 mi

Steering column switch, Wiper switch

5000 mi

window wiper motor burnt out!!!

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70000 mi

Steering lock TSB Airbag TSB

6820 mi	Radio clipping - new radio ordered
9920 mi	replaced defective radio under warrant. Parts finally came in

75000 mi

US $1200

compressor wiring corroded and needed new compressor

44000 mi

In-dash CD Changer stopped working and radio had to be replaced.

53000 mi US $305	Passenger headlight replaced
70500 mi US $390	Drivers side power door lock would not work

73700 mi

US $770

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

41000 mi

immobilizer stopped working

39000 mi

At temperatures below freezing radio controls on steering wheel non functioning. also horn non function in cold weather.

19220 mi	AC Failure
31000 mi	Single horn failure. Both horns replaced under warranty.
35340 mi C $75	Vanity mirror failed. Something petty but it is the third one now.
36640 mi	New vanity mirror installed.

57000 mi

US $250

Air would stop blowing cold at stop. Replaced compressor and condenser.

8000 mi

US $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. 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.

106000 mi

US $900

compressor failed

5000 mi	Couldn't duplicate parking brake switch.
6000 mi	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
7000 mi	Replaced parking brake assist switch. Had ordered last visit and they called me to co me in and change.
10000 mi	Airbag fault switch needed to be replaced. Had to leave car overnight. They gave me a rental.

34000 mi

A/C Fan noise in below-30F temperatures.

23000 mi

Sensor for airbag system, replaced very quickly under warranty, part was in stock at dealer

13000 mi

Front passenger window would not work on AUTO up or down. Would work if you held the button only.

31000 mi

US $100

Windshield wipers became detached from motor linkage after heavy ice and snow. Dealer removed wipers and cowl and re-attached the linkage.

19000 mi

Air Bag fault detected. Auto-up function for front-passenger window non-op.

138000 mi

US $1400

There were many electric issues, airbag sensors, horn, ac, check engine light.

113460 mi	Radio tone was going up and down randomly. The variable volume control in the radio settings doesn't work like it should . They took the radio out and shipped it to a repair shop under my aftermarket warranty.
117980 mi	Finally got the radio back from after market repair shop. They did not fix it. Do not purchase Ensurall aftermarket warranty biggest mistake we ever did. Nothing but a big fat hassle and pain in the a**. VW dealer did not charge us anything.
140740 mi	D/S power window not working. Found some broken wires between door and body. Took door apart pulled wires in, repaired and back out again. Also reset multiple codes. Recurring parking brake motor issues on this car so I give up fixing it.

39000 mi

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.

111300 mi

US $545

Windshield motor failed

122500 mi US $690	Fuse change
125000 mi US $3000	Driver front side door does not lock or unlock at times. Passenger front side window goes down first before going up when "up" button engaged. Sunroof flips open randomly by itself. Lumbar support stopped working.

76100 mi

US $1500

multiple problems with air conditioning. had to replace fan and compressor.

109000 mi

Compressor and condenser both broke

70300 mi

US $350

Compressor failed. Replaced compressor

155000 mi

$200

Airbag light on for passenger seat

20400 mi

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.

187000 mi

US $200

battery drain caused by defective aftermarket radio

98000 mi

US $4500

Compressor and Condensor/Dryer needed to be replaced. Expansion valve needed replacement, system recharged

70000 mi

US $100

Air bag light was on. Loose wiring.

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20000 mi	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
20000 mi	Same old issue with airbag warning light. Dealer replaced connection clip under passenger seat. Problem continues.

79500 mi US $22	A/C not blowing cold. Replaced evaporative sensor.
84600 mi US $75	Replace driver side belt buckle (Airbag sensor wires were broken), for the second time.
111300 mi US $400	New AC compressor, condenser, expansion valve and drier. Flushed and recharged system.

85000 mi

US $2400

Passenger seat sensor failed.

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27000 mi	Y5 update. Checked and replaced positive battery cable.
43000 mi	Driver seat air bag fault 01217. Installed new wiring harness under seat.

33000 mi	bi-xenon headlamp burned out. Service manager said defective; $359.00 to repair; had to remove bumper.
49000 mi	High beam headlight burned out. VW Tech removed bumber, installed nes part, under warranty, thankfully.

1000 mi	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.
4000 mi	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
17000 mi	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. After the ECU reflash my car has developed a problem with the E-brake (electronic parking brake) It gives a message on the MFD stating "e-brake switch failure see owner's manual"). The shop removed the switch plugged it back in and the problem went away.
18000 mi	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.
27000 mi	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.
35000 mi	Rear LED tail light had two LEDs not working. Replaced whole assembly with new one.

112000 mi

US $1100

Replaced whole a/c system

57000 mi

US $1600

A/C failed

50000 mi	Replacement of interior light switch.
59000 mi	Car was hard to start. Immobilizer issue. It fell into "no information in ECU" and "dealer was unable to recreate the issue."
62000 mi US $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.

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16000 mi	Satellite radio inoperative. Replace satellite radio receiver.
56700 mi US $200	Replacement of HID headlight bulb.

34000 mi	Upper horn quit working
36000 mi	Passenger door won't open from outside...2nd occurrence. I think door module related...not fixed...parts ordered
36500 mi	Replace window washer pump
43000 mi	Steering wheel column lock and control module
44000 mi	Replace steering wheel column lock and control module 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

42000 mi	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.
42000 mi	New Radio is working well. New key fob works as it should.
69000 mi	TSB for steering column and wires that run under seat for air bag.

82700 mi US $160	airbag fault (wiring harness) code cleared - no problems found by mechanic
107000 mi US $7	Headlight bulb replaced
124000 mi US $17	Replaced low beam headlight bulbs after one failed.
136000 mi US $221	Replaced RR door actuator

40 mi	check engine light on and low tire pressure light on at test drive. both fixed prior to delivery
5000 mi	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
7000 mi	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

35220 mi	Passenger side mirror no longer dips on selection of reverse. Problem not resolved yet. VW contacting engineering dept. re solution.
36980 mi C $112	Diagnosed and repaired passenger mirror not dipping on reverse.
36780 mi C $1100	Replaced both HID headlamps which failed simultaneously. Not covered by extended warranty.

86811 mi

replace air conditioning compressor done by non dealer shop 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)

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36000 mi

Parking light out, too expensive to have the shop repair it. Did it myself in five minutes.

34000 mi

Also multiple light failure.

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71300 mi €90	Battery replaced
73160 mi	airbag
74400 mi €50	airbag again
80600 mi	The passenger side airbag shows an intermittent error. I simply cleared the error and it hasn't shown again
89900 mi €150	Airbag error fixed - broken connector

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52000 mi

US $800

ac module

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62000 mi

US $5000

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

121500 mi	Seat heater burned a hole through driver's seat. Heater element, seat padding, and seat cover replaced.
129000 mi US $5	Windshield washer fluid sensor failed.
134500 mi US $10	Fuel door release switch failed--replaced with new part.

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115000 mi

US $460

AC not blowing cold, garage had me recharge. Still not blowing cold and garage replaced a relay on second visit.

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148800 mi	Air conditioner does not come on despite fan working. Likely electrical and many hours to trace wiring problem. Abandoned repair. Repair shop could not diagnose problem, Research on TDI site led to dx of circuit board problem- cleaned and resoldered and works fine.
176700 mi C $10	Central door locks, windows, etc not working. Replaced a bad fuse eventually but the rear tail gate door is still not working manually or electronically- cannot open it.

108500 mi C $154	Checked for leak and refilled Air Conditioner gas
117800 mi C $320	Lost gas again. They found where but just re-charged it, didn't fix it. Update when sold: retained charge after all. Lost gas again. They found where but just re-charged it, didn't fix it.
C $150	Window washer motor replaced

103000 mi US $1200	Heater core blocked and needed replacement.
203000 mi US $1000	Noise in front of engine. TDI alternator has clutch similar to ac pump so alternator only runs when needed. Clutch froze up damging alternator, so replaced alternator with new clutch, belt and tensioner pulley. Now needs tires.

45000 mi

US $574

A/C compressor relay malfunctioned and was replaced. A/C stopped blowing cold air.

137368 mi

C $85

washer pump leaking and was replaced

159340 mi

C $35

passenger headlight does not last like the other or other cars I have had. Items must be removed before the light can be changed. Not difficult just takes time.

60440 mi C $350	Drivers door lock module failed requiring replacement
61380 mi C $450	Replaced drivers door lock module.

274500 mi

US $1100

Replaced condenser and radiator fan

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124000 mi

US $330

Both headlights failed

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57660 mi

compressor crapped out would coat 1900 to repair decide to not to fix

67700 mi

Seat warmer, set to 3 and on for approximately 10 minutes, burned a hole through the seat, burning my leg. Wires were exposed and hot, seat cover was smoking.

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42527 mi

US $472

ENGINE OIL & FILTER CHANGE ($67.) REPLACE FAILED LF PWR WINDOW REGULATOR ($390.)

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61000 mi US $1500	Replace heater core
89250 mi US $60	Replace A/C relay switch

123380 mi

C $875

Failure of right front power window mechanism. New winder mechanism on order to be installed in July.

50000 mi

US $550

A/C switch only worked sometimes.

87854 mi

C $40

Radio antenna broke. Purchased from the dealer

68720 mi C $258	Battery is weak but still working. Car did not start when around -15C. Need to replace. Could be tricky but I will attempt it. Replacement battery from dealer is $150 or $258 if dealer installed.
80600 mi C $600	Current unrepaired issues: driver mirror signal out, airbag warning light on, trip tronic not up shifting in manual mode, driver door fails to lock occasin

95500 mi	Air Conditioning Replacement
135500 mi US $400	Replaced compressor and dryer/receiver.

119000 mi

US $725

Failure to start, original battery depleted after 9.5 years. New battery installed.

129000 mi

AC not effective most of the time

83000 mi US $155	Replaced Alternator Regulator
87000 mi US $880	Engine compartment whined under engine load. Replaced belt, tensioner, and alternator. Was told had a bad one-way clutch in alternator. Engine compartment whined under engine load. Replaced belt, tensioner, and alternator. Was told had a bad one-way clutch in alternator.

124500 mi US $60	Passenger headlight bulb (daytime running light) was defective. Dealership replaced bulb while also replacing a leaking radiator.
174500 mi US $203	Air conditioning worked but would not cool air immediately. Inspection revealed AC compressor clutch not receiving exciter signal. Clutch control relay defective and replaced.

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

77500 mi A $480	Replaced faulty starter motor.
80600 mi A $600	Also replaced faulty RH headlight.

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65720 mi C $25	Windshield washer pump leaking. Replace pump and rubber grommet to resevoir. Easy DIY job.
74800 mi C $160	Multi function turn signal switch no longer allowed the high beams to be turned on. Ordered parts and special 12mm triple square socket to allow self repair.
88040 mi C $25	HVAC system drain for AC condensate was plugged and caused water to leak onto floor of passenger side. Removed drain, removed debris plugging the drain hole, cleaned & dried carpets. Repaired rusted hole on rear floor area.
77900 mi C $30	Low beam Headlight bulb, H7
110360 mi C $655	Fuel pump replaced. Car had intermittent drivability issues, stalling, longer cranking time.

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53000 mi US $10	Right front halogen headlight bulb.
60500 mi US $13	Left low beam (daytime running light) headlight bulb replaced.

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120300 mi US $120	Bad turn signal stalk switch.
151000 mi US $70	Rear hatch latch motor failed.

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52000 mi	fuses blowing when using cigarette lighters. turned out to be a faulty phone adapter. No charge because dealer didn't notify us of estimate to repair before doing work (around $105).
58000 mi	Shop seems to not be able to find issue - AC oscillates in intensity without reason.

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36000 mi

rear brake light switch stuck causing lights to stay on

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104700 mi

Flap directing hot air failed. Part $50, work $750

3028 mi

Right rear turn signal lamp socket replaced. Complained of transmission jerking. Waiting for firmware update. Still under warranty.

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87000 mi US $2	Bad batt
95000 mi US $15	Corrosion at pos batt cable.

42000 mi

head light out.

221000 mi

US $150

Replace alternator with remaned unit.

25000 mi

Drivers side headlight replaced after burning out.

101000 mi

US $100

Front passenger window regulator went out for the second time in 2 years. Had to take off of work and fix it immediately since the window was stuck halfway down on a rainy day. Part cost $100 at autozone.

61000 mi US $334	The aforementioned burnt out bulb in the driver's side fog light.
76000 mi US $153	Rear passenger window came out of its track.
103000 mi	It started getting hard to start the car, so I knew it was time for a new battery. I purchased one and replaced it myself.
108000 mi US $100	Our AC was started to blow hot when the car was at a stop, but cool down as the car moved. My father in law and I noticed that the AC condenser cooling fan stopped working, so we got a new one.

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123000 mi

US $320

Power door lock switch and module failed and was replaced.

110400 mi US $50	Headlights/taillights
119000 mi US $100	New battery

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208000 mi

US $400

Alternator failed. Replaced it.

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125000 mi

US $230

Total starter failure - no clicking or noise. Happen to have rebuilt starter on hand but no time to replace my self.

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61000 mi

US $202

Intermittent A/C cooling notice during hot days. Systems was purged to remove air and other contaminants. System was properly dried and freon replaced. Cools like it was new!

91000 mi

US $844

Bad alternator - replaced.

37000 mi US $220	pin fell out of power window.
53000 mi US $130	Outside temp sensor intermittently reading "---", or from -140 deg F to +110 deg F; often outside temp was really 95 deg, but since sensor often reported less than 30 deg, AC would not run. Repaired wire shorting on bumper.
69000 mi US $30	not cooling. Added refrigerant.
99000 mi US $700	Alt stopped working. Repl. Unfortunately, shop left auto trans cooling line disconnected, resulting in destruction of trans. Shop is paying for a used trans. This will not be reported, since not a car fault.

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74000 mi	Driver's side heated seat heating element recall Passenger's side heated seat switch recall
85000 mi US $65	Trunk lock actuator motor was intermittently seizing and overdrawing electrical current, which then sometimes blew the comfort-functions fuse killing interior lights and windows. Replaced actuator with new part from dealer as well as the fuse.

45384 mi	Replace instrument cluster
49998 mi	Replace brake light switch

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132000 mi

US $400

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

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47000 mi

US $258

The AC module needed to be replaced. AC worked but only after 30 minutes. Once car was turned off it required another 30 minutes to start working. Once it worked it was great.

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172000 mi

US $200

heater core replacement

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97000 mi

US $1527

Headlight and 3 running lights replaced

119700 mi

US $350

Had check engine light on and the car was running rough when idling. Found vacuum leak due to cracked pipes and valves which were fixed.

54000 mi US $134	Temperature cooling sensor required replacement. Temp. not functioning.
70500 mi US $15	Replaced low beam headlight. Done by owner with no labor costs.

95359 mi

US $148

System tested and recharged with addition of Ultraviolet dye to help check for leaks.

163000 mi

US $120

Alternator failed. Removed and replaced.

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50000 mi

US $600

Illumination for HVAC controls went out. Bulb replaced.

60760 mi C $250	Signal indicator would continue "clicking" or "click" sporadically even without lights flashing. Replaced turn signal lever (faulty contacts).
75640 mi	Passenger seat heater stopped working, switch was replaced for 2nd time (original warranty recall).
83080 mi	Seat heater does not work, replaced switch, still does not work
132060 mi C $1200	Electronic unit in drivers door controlling power mirrors, interior lights, lights on chimes, etc stopped working

71600 mi $50	Right horn (low-pitch tone) died
159960 mi	Brake lights switch contacts cleaning
159960 mi $16	Brake lights switch (brake lights were not lighting up) Recharge of the AC System with R134a DIY kit. Last recharge was in 2009.

115320 mi

C $344

Replaced both low beam headlight bulbs (1 burnt out).

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52000 mi

US $434

Wire to memory seat buttons had gotten crimped and you had to hold the button while seat adjusted rather than push and release the button. Door lock sensor was bad so remote would lock all doors at one time, unlock drivers door, unlock rear hatch, but would not unlock all four doors and hatch at one time. Also caused warning bell to not sound when opening door with headlights still on.

181000 mi US $1000	Replace alternator, belts.
200000 mi US $300	Replaced rear turn signal electrical connectors.

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82000 mi US $150	Rear power window acctuator
98000 mi US $500	Power Window Actuator Oil and filter change
128000 mi US $950	Alternator. Required car to be put into 'Service Position' (remove entire front end) to replace altenator.

127300 mi

US $27

Blown headlight bulb. Passenger side again. Seems to need one every 18 months or so. Driver's is fine.

162000 mi US $500	Starter replaced
185565 mi US $700	Replace faulty alternator

113600 mi

US $187

Loose connection at starter produced intermittent no start.

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45000 mi

replaced heater in front passenger seat. This was a recall item and so was for no cost.

52000 mi

US $234

Replaced a/c panel bulb.

101000 mi

US $795

Alternator replacement.

84000 mi US $600	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.
88000 mi US $800	Drivers side window fell and shattered inside door. Motor, clips, and glass replaced.
94000 mi US $900	Heater core and control flap replaced. Core was leaking and fogging windows.
96000 mi US $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.
112000 mi	Trunk will not open using release or keyfob. Dealer wants to replace entire release mechanism for 800.00. Will try to find a good independent.
113000 mi	Replaced head unit.
115000 mi	Car sold with trunk release not repaired.

146900 mi

US $250

3 brake light in back

138000 mi US $500	Blower motor turns on and off sporatically
141000 mi US $170	Blower motor went out, no heat

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

218000 mi US $80	clicking sound from dashboard for turn signal. Sound continues after turn signal stalk disengages.
228000 mi US $450	alternator replaced

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82000 mi

US $400

Low voltage output from Alt, battery voltage below spec, too. Replaced alternator with rebuilt unit & installed new battery.

58000 mi US $450	Rear window won't go down. Needs new regulator.
83000 mi US $1350	Drivers side rear window would not go down. Had to have entire regulator assembly replaced.

184000 mi

US $280

Replace power window regulator, driver door.

155300 mi

US $14

Replaced the left headlight bulb (low beam H-7)

142000 mi

Windshield washer fluid sensor was stuck on low fluid warning. Replaced sensor.

83000 mi US $1	High mount LED brake light stopped working. It turned out that there was a protective diode inside the assembly that went out. Instead of buying a new part ($100) the diode was replaced ($1 at Radioshack) within half an hour.
129700 mi	Brake switch stopped working. Had an outstanding recall for the brake switch. Dealer did the replacement for free.
133000 mi US $125	Driver door ajar switch stopped working. Replaced the whole door latch assembly with OEM unit. Found DIY online.
138300 mi US $75	Turn signal relay started clicking on its own. This is, in most cases, not the relay fault. This is caused by dirty turn signal switch which causes current leakage that triggers the relay. Instead of cleaning, I decided to replace the switch
173000 mi US $120	Battery died. Car won't start. Battery is replaced with OEM unit.

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36977 mi	Replace blower motor.
43180 mi	Replace vent motors.

29500 mi

US $3000

AC replacement, engine bolts replaced due to vibration

238080 mi

C $2013

driver window regulator

80000 mi

US $700

Alternator

58000 mi

US $450

Alternator failure & serpentine belt replaced.

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127720 mi

C $900

Car shuts down, does not start upon turning key. Take several times.

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83000 mi

US $940

AC Hose needed replacement

124000 mi US $150	I took my car in to fix my window that was messed up on my front drivers door
129000 mi US $227	heater core flashed and vacuum tube replaced

143000 mi

US $300

Window regulator failure

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105700 mi US $80	Diagnose door remotes, no longer working. Dealer failed to repair.
197000 mi US $800	Driver door window regulator failed.
223000 mi US $600	Alternator failure. "Alternator Workshop" message on dash and Battery light on. Battery went dead before able to get to dealer (75 miles at night), so had to tow($125)

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122000 mi

US $600

My engine keeps not turning over. Nobody can find where the drain on the battery is. It is not the alternator. My car just suddenly won't start in the morning. I am going to have to get rid of it if we can't repair it.

160000 mi

US $900

AC compressor needed replacing

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151000 mi

US $226

A/C stopped blowing cold, found ambient temp switch disconnected from prev repair, system low on freon, evac and recharged. A/C pressure switch originally mis-diagnosed as problem and replaced.

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91900 mi

US $38

Hazard relay failed, replaced with new.

165000 mi

US $150

Battery died

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86000 mi US $1655	At highway speed very loud roaring wind noise was coming through A/C vent. Diagnosed as a failed mixer box in the ventilation system. Only fix was to replace evaporator unit under dash. Ouch.
94000 mi US $359	Driver's side sun visor housing Homelink experienced a wiring short when moving visor from front position to left position. Short blew a fuse that operated A/C, cruise and all steering wheel buttons. Required a new, expensive sun visor.
98000 mi US $190	Vehicle A/C failed to produce cold air. Repair included replacement of a clogged valve and sealing one leak. System recharged and operating optimally.

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111900 mi	Turn signals working intermittently or at double speed or not at all. Replaced two burnt out bulbs $6 - no change. Replaced the Hazard Relay Switch, $36, fixed. Problem might have been caused by incorrect shop-installed bulb.
115320 mi C $100	Dead alternator on startup.

110797 mi

US $745

Alternator and alternator assembly replaced.

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143840 mi

C $245

Alternator replacement after alternator workshop warning, and gradual loss of drivability over 3 day period

52000 mi

US $104

Airbag warning light came on. Problem was diagnosed and defective part (left seat belt buckle) was ordered. I was told it was OK to drive it.

59000 mi	Left low bean headlight bulb replaced.
73000 mi US $288	Air bag default warning came on, engine lost acceleration, all warning lights came on. Restarted engine, drove to shop with default light on and uneven acceleration. They reset the computer and the airbag default light went out. After unlocking the door and getting in, you must quickly start the engine or door will automatically lock and the theft alarm may sound until you turn the key. The door does not know it has been unlocked, opened and closed! For now we're living with it.
106000 mi	Airbag alert.

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

106000 mi

US $650

The light bulbs inside the head light assemblies are loose. As a result the entire head light assemblies had to be replaced.

70000 mi US $200	ac fan replaced
83000 mi	Tail light bulb replaced. You have to remove this whole panel and it seemed too complicated for me so I had it done at the VW dealership.

204700 mi

US $450

battery did not charge, car stopped, replace alternator

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115000 mi US $350	A/C compressor clutch failed.
128900 mi US $200	Broken wire in harness going to left rear door.

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76000 mi

US $849

Door actuator replaced.

86500 mi US $350	Passenger-front window regulator replaced
102500 mi US $350	Driver-front window regulator replaced

115000 mi

US $450

Heater Core Flush

133000 mi

US $130

A/C not cooling. Complete system check revealed nothing more than low refrigerant.

98000 mi US $70	Turn signal stopped working. Replaced hazard switch in dash.
101500 mi	Intermittent starting problem - still undiagnosed - leaning toward starter issue.
116600 mi US $300	Starter replaced
133000 mi US $35	Bad connector on blower motor, replaced by independant mechanic, not under warranty.

201000 mi

US $120

Cable of front window regulator broke at the motor - cable got chewed up and could not be re-attached. Replaced window regulator.

62582 mi

US $75

Emergency flasher sw

52000 mi

US $350

Refilled freon for the AC.

85000 mi

US $230

Little to no heat. Shop flushed heater core. Problem fixed.

80000 mi

US $10

Passenger headlight bulb replaced.

67063 mi C $88	Turn signal wouldn't continue to flash - Flasher relay faulty - replaced.
77133 mi C $358	signals ticking when not activated (first noticed in Dec 09 with no action at that time). Suspected Signal light switch and replaced it. (Saved old part) Appears to have solved the problem.
94860 mi C $41	Left cover was off causing connectors to corrode. Leaned connectors and replaced cover. Recommend new headlight wiring harness (Est: $255 + tax)

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109000 mi

US $500

Front driver side window malfunction - Window Regulator Replaced

36044 mi	Replaced blown headlight bulb right front - warranrty
49613 mi	VW Open Recall Install drivers side seat heater harness/Install updated seat heater switch passenger side
65904 mi US $52	Replaced bulb A/C control panel. Replaced burned out driver's side marker bulb.

168000 mi

US $280

Lights - Right headlight was burnt out.

111600 mi

Burnt out passenger side headlight

109000 mi US $53	Airbag light came on. Independent repair shop identified problem: Passenger side curtain airbag. Advised me to not do anything unless it comes on again.
122200 mi US $400	both lowbeams
135200 mi US $30	A/C not working, probably compressor or clutch. Choose not to repair at this moment

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134000 mi

US $285

Immobilizer failed. "Coil" or antenna unit inside dash replaced by dealer. This is my 2nd replacement!

74500 mi	Turn signal fault - Ghost signaling. Fixed with a focused spray of WD-40 into the turn signal stalk base. VW Vortex forums save my sanity again.
75000 mi	Auto dim mirror fails to stay switched on. Finally hacked the switch to stay in the "on" position with a rubber band. Looks bad but at least I'm not getting blinded at night any more.
77000 mi US $1200	Alternator failed which also killed the battery. Alternator repair requires the car being put in service position which is very expensive for labor.

90000 mi

Cranking problem

71000 mi

US $200

Discovered leak in A/C compressor.

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124000 mi

US $1800

Failed compressor

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98000 mi

US $1000

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

48000 mi

US $400

Rear passenger side door lock was not opening/closing. Had to manually push the knob in to lock/unlock it. Apparently it was an issue with the lock relay. Was replaced under CPO warranty.

50000 mi

US $600

Faulty wire to power window motor

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65000 mi

US $500

evaporator plugged and draining into passenger floor board. Design flaw..drain tube hard to get to and subjected to too much heat from manifold. Second occurance in two years. Mechanic not sure if problem is permenantly fixed.

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180000 mi

US $50

A/C hose crack, and now I have to replace another A/C hose

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127000 mi

US $525

recharged AC

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112000 mi

US $299

Turn signal relay failed, replaced

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106000 mi

US $2300

Rear passenger power lock not working. Broken wires in door frame.

165000 mi

US $900

alternator went out a weak after replacing the camshaft adjuster

97000 mi

US $140

Alternator going bad- car has trouble starting- replaced alternator

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77000 mi

US $600

Driver door lock failed.

197300 mi	Starter wiring connections corroded and became loose. Repaired by applying contact cleaner and tightening connections
234000 mi US $150	OEM Alternator died. Replaced with aftermarket alternator.

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78000 mi US $50	Radio mast antenna rubber boot rotted, exposing some connector area. Replaced mast antenna.
91000 mi US $120	Sunroof drains plugged, leading to leak.

118000 mi

US $80

Brake pad sensor light came on. Inspection revealed damage to wire connected to sensor. Repaired wire, brake pads did not have excessive wear.

10366 mi	Turn signals acting up. Replaced the turn signal switch and remove and install emergency light switch.
94234 mi C $439	Turn signal switch ticking again. This time this is a switch under the drivers steering wheel air bag... very expensive to fix.
C $2	Rear licence plate light casing rusted and cracked and one of two light bulbs burned out. I paid for the light bulb, but the dealer installed a new casing they found available for free.

77200 mi

US $330

Lost the low note on the horn (this is a multi-note horn) so only the high note was sounding.

129000 mi

US $113

Heater not working blowing cold air. To put in a new heater core was going to be $1200 which I can't afford. They flushed the hoses which helped a little.

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70000 mi

US $140

Replaced two low beam bulbs.

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94000 mi US $167	Original starter was damaged during a previous repair. Replaced with new starter.
101000 mi	passenger side lo beam failed

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70000 mi

US $350

Check engine light came on, electrical short needed to be repaired.

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117000 mi

US $25

Airbag light went on. Cleared and did not return. $25 for code clear

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60000 mi

US $16

Blown fuse for security system prevented starting, as well as windows, mirrors, sunroof from operating. Required replacement of defective mirror control to prevent recurrence of fuse blow.

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37000 mi

Air conditioner intermittently not blowing cold air After ordering the part, they were unable to replicate the issue. No work done.

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153000 mi

US $400

Bad oil sensor was triggering low oil pressure warning

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80000 mi

US $850

Air not too cold. Fluid low. Topped up and monitor for leak.

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78000 mi US $250	Dead battery. Replaced after 3 years.
81000 mi US $275	Had it in to replace a headlight, turns out the entire housing had to be replaced as well because the seal melted - supposedly due to Texas heat. Replaced both. It's kept in a garage so material defects are a better explanation.

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155000 mi

US $15

Mirror switch broke Window switch intermittently working.

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180000 mi US $220	Blower quit working for A/C, took to the shop, was diagnosed as faulty fan switch. Ordered parts, took back to shop for installation.
212000 mi US $140	Passenger side front window regulator failed. Replaced item. 1 day.

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86000 mi £160	Headlamp adjuster seized, replaced whole headlamp
87000 mi £330	The electric fan attached to radiator that runs when A/C is ON was vibrating badly
£26	Indicators stopped flashing. Replaced Hazard warning switch, which contains the indicator relay.
135900 mi	One cell of the battery died. Battery replaced. Battery had 5 year warranty, only 2 years of use, so replaced under warranty.

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160580 mi

C $380

Wiper motor had to be replaced.

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110000 mi

US $1329

Clogged O Tube

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137000 mi US $400	AC wasn't working. Repaired successfully.
138000 mi US $1100	A relay needed replacement

189200 mi

US $300

Alternator & Battery replaced Alternator & Battery replaced

144100 mi US $15	headlight bulb
151000 mi US $290	Replaced window regulator.

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132000 mi

US $250

parasitic drain in courtesy light/comfort module circuit. drains battery in 3 days.

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63000 mi

US $600

Starter died.

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66000 mi

US $100

Multifunction display area in middle of instrument panel was faded and unreadable

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66960 mi

$200

Comfort Central module

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162000 mi

A/C condenser bad and heater fan stuck on. Noxious smoke coming out of vents when defrost was on. Would cost over $2,000 to repair. Sold the car.

140000 mi

US $75

Heater vent stuck shut

218000 mi

US $130

starter went out

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155000 mi

US $170

replaced 9 year old battery. :)

149000 mi US $170	Air bag sensor broken; problem returned after about 3 weeks
178000 mi	Airbag light on becuase one of the wires in the system for the drivers side airbag read a high level of resistance; lived with until sold car.

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117480 mi

comfort module and wiring, wiring had many issues causing many separate frustrating issues.

130000 mi

US $15

Temp gauge did not work and had to replace the temp sensor with gauge.

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96000 mi

Needed new rear window motor.

173300 mi

US $35

Needed a new relay under the dash.

126000 mi

The air conditioner had not functioned since the end of last summer. Likely a compressor issue. There is an electrical problem that I suspect has been around since Feb 2011 that intermittently drains the battery. I've had two new batteries in the last year.

126000 mi

US $2400

Windshield wiper motor intermittent. Needed replacement.

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2013 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2012 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2010 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

2009 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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2008 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2007 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2005 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Wagon

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2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan

2004 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sedan