Volkswagen Passat 1991

Model Passat made in 1991 by Volkswagen got 34 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and structure. There was one recall concerning vehicle speed control . The car has one 2.0l engine.

Model 1991

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.0L) 4Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsFWD20/29/2322/37/27Regular$ 8165900619
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD21/30/2423/38/28Regular$ 7825900619

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
92V131000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 10/01/1989 to 06/01/1992V (Vehicle)1265006/11/1993MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC09/15/199209/29/1992
Defect SummaryThe venturi tube located in the throttle valve housing can become loose and fall against the throttle plate.
Consequence SummaryThe venturi tube can partially block the throttle plateand prevent it from returning to its full idle position, resulting in unwantedengine speed when the vehicle is placed in a forward or reverse gear.
Corrective SummaryReplace the press-fit venturi tube with a thread type tube.
NotesSystem: fuel: throttle valve housing.vehicle description: passenger cars with 16 valve engines and californiaemission control systems.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
9704109707D04/10/199753604Conditions with engine intermittently will not start. *yc03/30/1998
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
201583108/28/200810026848Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe12/29/2008
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
9705169704F05/16/199753613Information obtaining the fluid capacity chart. *yc03/30/1998
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS
201583108/28/200810026848Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe12/29/2008

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
04/21/19951
 Shock occurs to anyone touching body of car, due to possible electric short.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
01/09/2003
 While traveling on the highway the vehicle lost power, started vibrating and shut down. please fill in additional information, dealer is aware of the problem. ph
ENGINE
01/18/2013154000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1991 volkswagen passat. the contact stated that the emissions warning indicator illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. the contact approached a traffic stop and a strong odor of burning oil emitted from inside of the vehicle. the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed oil leaking onto the catalytic converter. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 154,000. kmj
01/18/2013154000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1991 volkswagen passat. while driving at various speeds, the emissions warning indicator began to illuminate intermittently on the instrument panel. the contact approached a traffic stop signal and a strong odor of burnt oil fumes emitted inside of the vehicle. the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed oil leaking onto the catalytic converter. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 154,000. js
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
10/01/1999999910/01/1999
 Temperature and gas gauge were fixed on many occasions by the dealer but never fully fixed. work only when pushed on the dash cover. there is a service bull on this but problem, but it didn't help fix it. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
08/22/20031809951
 Burning hot anti-freeze and steam clouded the cabin of my vw passat while driving down the highway, causing an unsafe driving situation and potential health risks from breathing the hot fumes.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
07/05/1999101/01/1997
 The timming belt failed at 152081 km's this is in canada. i was told that i could call your site and report this problem. the timing belt is suppose to be good for 100000 km. the timing belt only lasted for 52 000 km . i reported it to volkswagen north america but they just gave me the run around. if there is anything that you can do or i can do please write to me at spoke1@look.ca or call me at 403-212-1034 thank you len.*ak
211/01/1991
 Timing belt broke causing damage to valves on two occasions.
1
 The vehicle's timing chain broke, causing vehicle to stall and extensive damage to vehicle.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
04/06/2000
 While driving, vehcle caught on fire in the engine compartment and burned. vehicle was totalled. please provide any further information. *ak
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
411/01/1991
 Air conditioner controls failed three times, a/c fan failed.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
05/01/1998
 The fuel pump sits in a plastic container and the container cracked, suspects that it was caused from vibration. however the fuel leaks out and leaks approximately six inches from the rear right wheel. this problem could result in a fire if someone walks by with a cigarette or match, this problem has occurred two times, dealer cannot duplicate the problem. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
07/25/20001
 Fuel injectin system: accumulator ( delivery system) was leaking gas to point it was pouring out. gas fumes were strong from in & outside. vehicle was towed to an auto motor garage which had seen a common problem possibly due to road salt on street added to corrosion. *ak fumes possibly could have ignited when stopping and could have been dangerous. *yh
03/29/1999202/01/1991
 Had smelled gas fumes inside vehicle. differential pressure regulator was leaking onto the air conditioner clutch, which was a safety hazard. differential pressure regulator body (plastic) had delaminated from the brass core and wa sleaking heavily. *ak
03/29/1999102/01/1991
 Differential pressure regulator mounted on fuel distributor structurally failed. composite body delaminated from brass core, causing steady fuel leak whenever ignition key is on and electric fuel pump is powered. leaking gasoline drops directly on the electric clutch on the air conditioning compressor. this is a serious fire hazard, especially if the air conditioning system is turned on. an electric spark or the heat generated by the electric compressor clutch could ignite the leaking gasoline. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
10/01/1999999910/01/1999
 Temperature and gas gauge were fixed on many occasions by the dealer but never fully fixed. work only when pushed on the dash cover. there is a service bull on this but problem, but it didn't help fix it. *ak
POWER TRAIN
102/08/2000
 Odometer millage is turned back. yh
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
05/09/19969
 Vehicle can be put into gear from park without key in ignition due to lack of interlock system. *dsh
SEAT BELTS
12/02/1997505/01/1992
 The automatic seatbelt control module will drain the cars battery in a matter of hours. to use the car the passive restraint system must be disabled. it is unclear if the belts even work manually under these circumstances. *ak
05/08/199707/15/1993
 Motorized seat belts failed, opened while driving and stayed open. *ak
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
 The driver and passenger side seat retractors sometimes don't work . tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
05/20/1998
 Consumer was driving on highway in stop and go traffic under normal road conditions, suddenly the abs light sensor came on and vehicle lost brakes for approximately three hours. abs senor light went out, and abs system restored brakes. dealer notified. *ak
05/20/1998
 Consumer drove on highway during normal road conditions in stop and go traffic. suddenly abs sensor light came on. cosumer lost brakes. three hours later, the sensor light went out again and brakes returned. after 6 month similar condition reoccurred. dealer notified. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER
06/01/1996305/01/1996
 Master cylinder has an internal hydraulic leak which may lead to a brake failure.
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - BLOWER
1
 The heater fan failed, causing the unit to melt and burn.
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - CONTROLS/WIRING
04/14/1998306/22/1997
 Interior heating core broke, causing smoke to fill the car while driving. also, heater fan motor switch failed.
 Was driving and smoke came out of the ventilation switch . please describe . *ak
 Fan switch is burning out on defroster/heater, melting the selector face. tt
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
04/14/1998306/22/1997
 Interior heating core broke, causing smoke to fill the car while driving. also, heater fan motor switch failed.
VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
08/08/1998112/01/1997
 The power windows in the 1991 passat suddenly died. there is still electrical power to the mechanism inside the door, but the track/guide or whatever makes the window slide up smoothly is broken. currently they are stuck in the up,sealed position because if they go down, they dont go back up completely. the car has sustained some water damage from when they could not be put up.
03/01/19951
 Front/rear power windows failed intermittently, causing windows to fall down. *skd

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