Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| TT-45-06-54 | 11/16/2012 | 10051242 | Volkswagen: update to information. providing correct coding values for abs control modules on certain vehicles without can-bus. models 1998-2002 passat. *pe | 02/25/2013 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| 0517 | 07/14/2005 | 0521 | 10016037 | Anti-lock brake system (abs) control module warranty repair process. *tt | 08/19/2005 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||||
| P 9-66C8 | 06/01/2008 | 10025923 | Volkswagen: 2001-2005 models: service air plenum area to improve drainage and install improved pollen filter seal. water could leak into the passenger compartment. 2002 models could have leaks into the brake booster. *pe | 09/16/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | |||
| 07/10/2012 | 126000 | 1 | |
| Anti-lock braking system (abs) module failure which causes permanent loss of anti-lock braking system. *tr | |||
| 07/10/2012 | 126000 | ||
| Anti-lock braking system (abs) module failure which causes permanent loss of anti-lock braking system. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||
| 01/13/2011 | |||
| Abs light and brake light flashing dealer says it is an abs control module a 650 part dollarending in a 1000 dollar all together repair car has 108,000 | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 09/17/2004 | 1 | ||
| 2001 passat gls v6. water collected in the engine due to faulty drainage plugs and ruined the computer. water also entered into cabin and soaked the rugs. the pollen filter also did not work. computer and pollen filter were replaced. *ak also door on front passenger side has become unaligned. also brakes needed to be totally replaced after 24,000 miles because rotors got warped. also faulty ignition sensor needed to be replaced because engine light kept coming on. also cv joints are rippiing and need to be replaced. don't know why this is happening. only have 25,000 miles on car and service it regularly. | |||
| 01/23/2003 | |||
| Consumer states the original rear brakes and rotors. was replaced on his vehicle at 31,000 miles. consumer believe is to premature to replaced. dealer has been notified. please provide further information. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | |||
| 03/01/2010 | 130000 | ||
| After 130000 miles, 2001 vw passat abs/brake light lights up at random and beeps 3 times while driving, no break depression necessary for this light to go off. mechanic diagnoses as abs control module malfunction. this occurs multiple times during operation. part to cost $635.00 and labor and reprogram of new part totalling $900.00. diagnosis of the issue 100.00. all together, $1000.00. part has not yet been replaced. | |||
| 11/01/2008 | 120000 | 1 | |
| Faulty bosch abs module in 2001 volkswagen passat due to faulty design. the wire gauge is too small, causing overheating and component failure. abs module unit rebuilt to correct standards. after researching, found that there are several thousand complaints of the same nature. hoping to get vw to recall this problem. *tr | |||
| 01/06/2009 | 99000 | 1 | |
| Abs controller failed. *tr | |||
| 05/15/2008 | 115000 | 1 | |
| My 2001 vw passat abs module became defective after 1 year of owning car from the original owner. not sure if original owner had done repairs/replacements of the unit. now there is no communication between the car computer and the module, therefore no abs brake is active. abs light stays on and brake light flashes intermittently. there are also 3 beeps when car has been started. i am a very unhappy consumer of vw due to their faulty vehicle equipment and has deter me from purchasing any vw in the future. i have recently just had a repair to replace my maf sensor, 2 ignition coils, 4 spark plugs again after purchasing brand new ones just a month prior. it was very costly!! *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 09/03/2009 | 106000 | 1 | |
| I brought my vehicle into firestone for a rountine tune-up and to replace my axle. because of firestones mis-diagnosis of the tune-up, they determined it was the engine coil. my vehicle had to be towed to audi of brookline for a complete diagnostic and they found this.....a pre-existing condition - e.c.m..the engine coil was only a symptom of the bigger problem in the faulty e.c.m. misfiring. prior to bringing my vehicle into firestone, it was operable. because of their tampering with the ignition coils; my vehicle was subsequently destroyed. regarding the diagnostic report, the current and passed condition of my vehicle, which is normally a healthy, safe, vehicle, is as follows: fuel delivery inspection at present time, ignition system check, and power provided to coils tech found no communication between engine control module (e.c.m.) and a.b.s. control module because a.b.s. control module was disconnected. reconnect and access a.b.s. system and fault detected customer aware of the a.b.s. problem and warning has been on for a while. that is true, and not the reason for this letter. continued: found e.c.m. fault for #3 ignition coil open circuit. pin check wires on #3 ignition coil plug #3 post from connector to e.c.m. found height resistance in wire, replaced #3 connector and re-tested ok. also clean and replace terminal on top of valve cover for proper ground. start engine and road test vehicle, found engine misfire on #1, #2, #3, #4 ignition coils. i have to replace all 4 ignition coils, catayltic converter, and e.c.m. this is the second ignition coil replaced in the 1 year i've owned the vehicle. this car has more mechanical errors than imaginable. the estimated cost of repairs is in the thousands. i can't afford to maintenance this tempermenatl vehicle. i will have to junk the car. i refuse to fix this vehicle. pushing for a recall!! *tr | |||
| 03/05/2009 | 144000 | 1 | |
| Failure of the abs control module in my 2001 vw passat. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2008 | 1 | ||
| Brake alarm light on all the time and flashing abs light as well as stop. brakes have been checked and are fine. dealer says it needs a replacement abs control module - $1800. have been researching this problem and many owners of vw's and audis in my year range having same problem. *tr | |||
| 01/20/2008 | 1 | ||
| Failed abs module at 120,000 miles. typically a $1000+ repair. *tr | |||
| 10/17/2007 | 44600 | 1 | |
| The brake lights on my 2001 vw passat stopped working. i checked the fuses and the light bulbs; and both the fuses and bulbs are good. vw of america recalled several vw models in 2007 for brake light failure due to a faulty brake light switch. however vw of america did not recall the passat. i when on line to a vw blog; and found lots of other vw passat owners who have the same problem with their brake lights. i also found out that vw will not replace the brake light switch free of charge on the passat, because the passat was not recalled. i will have to pay out of pocket to get my passat repaired. *tr | |||
| 10/18/2008 | 68400 | 1 | |
| Abs module faulty in 2001 passat station wagon; brake fault/abs warning lights came on repeatedly. *tr | |||
| 04/10/2008 | 106000 | 1 | |
| Abs and brake lights came on at no warning and unexpected. each time ignition turned on it beeps 3 times and the abs and brake light remain on. this should not be failing this bad. i just got the car for less than 10 months with 106,000 miles on it and i am the 2nd owner. *tr | |||
| 08/15/2008 | 1 | ||
| Normal car operation. abs lights came on - diagnosed as failure of abs control module. abs brakes no longer work! vw wants $1600 for repairs. after some research determined it is a fairly common failure on my car, 2001 passat that vw has yet to acknowledge or address. *tr | |||
| 06/01/2008 | 110000 | 1 | |
| Abs control module has failed, resulting in warning beeps and flashing lights. brakes will operate (?) however abs is now disabled resulting in a dangerous driving situation. this problem is absolutely very common across all years passats and is a very expensive repair. vw does nothing and makes money for the repairs. *tr | |||
| 09/06/2006 | 1 | ||
| 2000 1.8l passat, brake fault on screen, stop on screen with brake light flashing and abs warning light on. brakes sometimes very difficult to press with no stopping power. *nm | |||
| 08/01/2006 | 30000 | 100 | |
| For the past 2 years i have had an ongoing problem of not having any brakes after my car sits for more than 8 hours. it is currently in the shop at the dealership for the 4th time with the same problem. *nm | |||
| 07/02/2001 | 1 | 09/15/2000 | |
| Brakes problems - less than a year old, if drive 40 mph and up, and if the brake pedal is applied, the vehicle would accelerate for a brief second before it decelerates (very scary and dangerous). four years old: abs lights on and if the brake pedal is applied, the vehicle would shaking. reported to volkswagen, but no cares has taken. seat belts problems: two and half years old: front passenger seat belt doesn't recoil. *nm | |||
| 09/08/2004 | 6 | 05/01/2001 | |
| Volkswagen passat glx 2001, defective brakes. *bf on several occasions, the brakes locked up and the front wheel overheated and started to smoke. the brake booster and master cylinder was replaced. *jb | |||
| 07/21/2004 | 1 | ||
| While approaching an intersection, the driver applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. placed both feet on the brake pedal the vehicle continue to accelerated. the driver pulled the emergency brake up, and down shifted in order to stop. this caused tread separation on both driver and passenger side tires. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the driver that the problem could not be duplicate. please fill in additional information. *la | |||
| 03/01/2004 | 30000 | 1 | 04/25/2001 |
| The consumer stated that the vehicle burned oil too fast. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the gaskets were leaking. *nm consumer made two oil repairs and headlights needed replacement on vehicle. also, vehicle's rear brakes needed replacement. *la | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 07/18/2009 | 95000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 volkswagen passat. the abs warning light was illuminated on the instrument control panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealership and a technician advised him that the abs was not functioning. the repair would cost a minimum of $1,000.00. the vehicle had not been repaired to-date. the manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was provided. the current mileage was approximately 99,000. the failure mileage was approximately 95,000. | |||
| 01/04/2001 | 58000 | 1 | |
| When driving my car, the abs and brake lights blink. there is about 3 beeps and the screen on dash says brake failure see service manual. have taken it to vw dealership and they say that the abs control module or pump is bad. after looking over the internet for a few weeks now i have found that this is a nation wide problem and was instructed to file a complaint here. vw dealership has told me that it will cost anywhere from 1500 to 200 dollars. now my car is having stalling problems as well as the speedometer is all out of wack. i have connected it to the infamous vag-com and the only problem that comes up is the abs not communicating or something of the sort. i don't have 2000 dollars to shell out and don't feel as if i have to if this is as big as a problem as i have found it to be. here is a link to just one of the site that has lead me to believe this to be true http://www.passatworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=127734. you can also just do a search on the forum site to find more problems. *jb | |||
| 05/15/2002 | 11472 | 1 | 09/14/2001 |
| Brakes vibrate noticeably when slowing down or stopping at variable speeds. dealer replaced rear brake discs under factory warranty.*ak | |||
| 06/09/2001 | |||
| Brake system fails to grab/properly engage when vehicle is cold. dealership has yet to examine vehicle for this problem. please provide any additional information/attachments. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||
| 03/07/2008 | 120000 | 1 | |
| The abs light and a brake light are on on my 2001 volkswagen passat for the last eight months. i have been searching and looks like there has been a lot of complaints for this same problem. *tr | |||
| 08/10/2006 | 81000 | 1 | 07/27/2001 |
| Abs module on my 2001 vw passat failed. this was a $1000 repair. i t failed at about 81,000 miles. *tr | |||
| 04/17/2007 | 3 | 04/01/2001 | |
| While i was driving, my instrument panel starting flashing the abs light and beeping loudly, the information panel displayed brake fault, then stop in large letters. i checked my brakes and they still worked. then the beeping and display messages stopped, and the traction control light came on. the service advisor at the dealership told me that this is a known issue with the electronic control unit in 98-01 volkswagen passats. the hydraulic brakes still work, but the abs may fail to activate in a panic stop. the cost to replace the electronics is $876, and the new unit is not as prone to failure as the original. *tr | |||
| 10/10/2005 | 70500 | 10 | 11/22/2000 |
| A couple of days ago my abs, brake and asr lights came on not necessarily together. the abs and brake would be together with the matrix display showing stop service manual and later the asr light would be on with the rest going off. funny, i was going down a slope, no braking, the abs/brake came on and went off immediately! its very random, comes on or off at any time. checking on the internet, it seems like its a very common occurrence with vw cars. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 09/10/2008 | 59500 | 1 | |
| Abs alarm goes on with increasing frequency. says that there is a brake fault. brakes are apparently fine, but the problem is with the anti-lock braking system (abs) electronic control unit. when this alarm is on, the abs may not be working. many people report the same problem in vw's and audi's. *tr | |||
| 02/27/2008 | 1 | ||
| Abs module on my 2001 vw passat failed. this was a $1000 repair and after reading hundreds of threads about other passat abs modules failing, something should be done about this and vw should recall this part and give people their money back who have already paid for the repair! *tr | |||
| 01/02/2008 | 77730 | 1 | 11/18/2005 |
| I have a 2001 vw passat, in the past month, my abs warning light, and e-brake light, have been coming on randomly. the abs light comes on and then the brake light flashes and beeps/rings for a few seconds. half of the time the lights go out after a few seconds, sometimes the only way they go out is to stop, turn the car off and restart. and there are times when this doesn't work either. there have been suggestions by vw dealerships to replace abs control module which is approx, $1350-1400. after researching this seems to be a problem that thousands of vw owners are experiencing with their vehicles. the replacement of control module has not corrected problem, neither has replacing ignition switch. *tr | |||
| 01/05/2007 | 58000 | 3 | 06/20/2006 |
| My 2001 passat is having brake problems. the abs and brake light blink and there are 3 beeps. the screen on the dash says brake failure and service manual. now right now if something where to happen to my actual brakes i would not know and i believe that could be serious. i have read many sites and have found that this is a problem that a lot of people who are experiencing. also, i have been experiencing stalling problems due to the abs module. vw has said that it will cost around $1500. i personally don't have $1500 to just go out and spend nor do i feel like i need to due to the research i have done on this problem. here is a forum website that i have found a lot of my information from http://www.passatworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=127734. also, you can check around that website and find more. *jb | |||
| 01/29/2007 | 79200 | 2 | 10/01/2001 |
| Tl*- the contact took the 2001 volkswagen passat to a dealer, and they stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. all 8 tie rods and the one link arm were showing excessive wear. the dealer and the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was out of warranty so the repair would be at contacts expense. the current and failure mileage were both 79200.*ak the right outer cv boot was torn and the left outer tie rod end was worn. the abs control module was replaced. updated 03/30/07. *jb | |||
| 12/01/2006 | 88600 | 6 | 09/01/2001 |
| 2001 vw passat, 1.8l 4 cylinder. at 89,000 miles on my odometer, i am now receiving a stop, brake fault, see service manual warning, with the abs warning light also. in reviewing the vw owners forums and other information online, it seems this is a likely failure of the abs control module -- which is said to cost $1,500 for the part alone. this is said to be a fairly common issue....*nm | |||
| 10/05/2006 | 79592 | 4 | 09/01/2000 |
| The abs module has failed in my 2001 passat, which only has 79000 miles on it... they are charging almost $1000 to get this fixed, if this is a safety issue, the part should be recalled and covered by volkswagen... i have read a lot of consumer complaints regarding this part and the need to replace it prematurely. *nm | |||
| 05/13/2005 | 60900 | 5 | 01/15/2002 |
| My abs and brake lights started blinking while i was driving on the freeway and i got a stop, brake failure, service manual signs with several beeps. i had to stop over the shoulder, took it to a dealer and it was detected that it was a abs computer module malfunction (not really an abs mechanical issue). the dealer said there was no recall. i called vw america and they said there was no known recalls. the dealer quoted $700 for this part. there are so many people who have experienced this problem and i'm surprised that vw has not responded so far. the effects of this are that the main computer module would eventually become defective and strange signs/warnings/beeps would come over the dashboard. vw passat glx v6, 2001. (its only 5 yrs old and 60k miles). please do something about this. it happens intermittently (once per driving session) we would not know when there is a real abs problem which could cause catastrophic incidents (per service manual). *nm | |||
| 12/24/2005 | 58200 | 1 | 09/23/2000 |
| Abs module failed causing the abs braking to stop functioning. because the module would only work intermittently it was hard to determine whether or not the abs module was working so extreme caution had to be taken with braking. abs module was removed by myself and sent to a refurbisher to be repaired and then reinstalled.*ak | |||
| 12/01/2005 | 68000 | 100 | 11/22/2000 |
| My vw passat gls 2001's abs/asr light keeps on at all times now. went to the technician to put a repair kit since the abs control module was not communicating with the main computer. on trying 3-4 different kits, taking to the dealerships, the error code showed sensor failure but all the sensors worked fine, electrical were without any opens or shorts. the abs control module fails to communicate. i am to know that this is a very common problem with vw/audi especially the bosch modules. it is a safety issue since abs doesn't work on this expensive vehicle. *jb | |||
| 07/01/2005 | 70000 | 1 | 09/29/2002 |
| At approx. 70,000 miles my 2001 vw passat 4 cyl automatic has an abs failure. i purchased the vehicle certified used in 2002 from a vw dealer and have had it regularly serviced. other vw owners that i know have had similar complaints. in act it is apparently well known in the automotive industry that vw`abs units are sub-standard and prone to defectiveness. when i returned to my local vw dealer, i was told that the unit cost $1300. the person at the dealership also made a comment the reflected on the sub-standard quality of passat abs modules. i have seen internet postings detailing the numerous failures of vw passat abs units. *nm | |||
| 08/18/2005 | 74300 | 50 | 08/26/2000 |
| At approx. 74,300 mi. our 2001 vw passat gls v6 automatic had an abs failure. we purchased the vehicle new from a vw dealer in 2001 and have it serviced by vw dealers. other vw owners i have spoken to (some while in the service area of the dealership!) have also had abs failure. the abs unit is back-ordered and wait listed because so many have failed and been requested. i am on my 4th week of waiting for the part, after having to pay for it in full up front. this is a very expensive part: rebuild kit is $650 while the unit itself is approx. $1,100. i believe this part suffer chronic failure among vw's and audi's. i also believe the ignition coils should be recalled as mine are failing and so many others are failing.*jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 07/01/2002 | |||
| While driving had a flat tire and brakes locked up. dealer contacted.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 05/15/2002 | 11472 | 1 | 09/14/2001 |
| Brakes vibrate noticeably when slowing down or stopping at variable speeds. dealer replaced rear brake discs under factory warranty.*ak | |||
| 10/01/2002 | 1 | 03/01/2001 | |
| My 2001 1/2 passat has 20,500 miles. started feeling slight vibration while braking from high speeds ie) 55 to 65 at 18,000 miles. got worse over time very strong vibration at lower speeds 15 to 55 an that is when i took to car in for service. felt as if the wheels were going to fall off, as well as, brake system failing. took car to dealer at 20,500miles. learn at 20,500 miles my car needs new rotors/disc and some brake pads because of warping. warping? who ever heard of new rotors/discs on a new car at 20,500 miles for warping. i have since fixed the problem off course out of my own pocket because warranty does not cover normal wear and tear well this is not normal wear and tear at 20,500 miles. i have researched the problem in discussion boards on the internet and have come to learn many people are having the same problem. in fact the dealer mentioned he did see the same problem a few times. i think we have product defect here that needs to be microscoped. it involves saftey systems it involves lives. car should be recalled for the problem and fixed at no cost or at the should be covered under the cars warranty. dt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 02/22/2005 | 25000 | 3 | 08/17/2001 |
| 1.normal driving 2.rear brake rotor warp and excessive pad wear 3. 3 seperate incedenses of rear brake repairs. (there have not been any on the front brakes to date) 4 rear rotors and 3 sets of pads in 52,000 miles. the service manager at the dealer insists this is the normal wear pattern for the vehicle, especially the inner pad on the drivers side rear..vw of america is backing the stance that the dealer is correct. this has created an unsafe braking condition because th the brake pedal oscillates during all braking. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 04/03/2008 | 2 | 07/16/2001 | |
| 1. front and rear brakes inadequate for vehicle--had to have brake work at ~20,000 miles and again at just under 42,000 miles (this has never been a problem with any other car). brakes repaired/parts replaced twice. car should be recalled by manufacturer for brakes 2. sunroof +/- windshield drain(s) became blocked and leaked and flooded passenger footwells, with risk of damage to transmission. this is a manufacturing defect with this make and model and has been widely reported on the web. vw needs to recall cars for the problem with blocked drains/leakage and damage to vehicles. cost to vacuum water out of footwells below the carpet > $600 with no guarantee that problem will not recur 3. vw passat has a known problem with sludge build up in engine and consequent engine failure--i have not (?yet) had the problem but feel that vw guarantee to repair problem only if owner can prove oil changes every 3000 miles in an unreasonable abnegation of duty. this is a design flaw and the company should have to recall all cars with the problem and repair at no charge without being able to shift blame to consumer. now having to use expensive synthetic oil for oil changes on a very frequent basis. *tr | |||
| 02/22/2005 | 25000 | 3 | 08/17/2001 |
| 1.normal driving 2.rear brake rotor warp and excessive pad wear 3. 3 seperate incedenses of rear brake repairs. (there have not been any on the front brakes to date) 4 rear rotors and 3 sets of pads in 52,000 miles. the service manager at the dealer insists this is the normal wear pattern for the vehicle, especially the inner pad on the drivers side rear..vw of america is backing the stance that the dealer is correct. this has created an unsafe braking condition because th the brake pedal oscillates during all braking. | |||
| 06/27/2002 | 25000 | 1 | 05/10/2001 |
| The rear brake pads and rotors were replace at 25,000 miles and again at 50,000 miles. i feel that brake pads (especially rotors) should last more than every 25,000 miles. i'm approaching 75,000 miles and am anticipating whether or not i will be replacing pads and rotors once again!*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 04/07/2008 | 6000 | 9 | 06/19/2001 |
| I have had my 2001 vw passat for 7 years now and have had it in the shop multiple issues including warped rotors (front and back), cracked chasse, electrical issues and various other problems. before having this car, i had a toyota for 8 years and in the 8 years i had the toyota, i only had it in the shop for routine maintenance. this car is disappointing and everyone i talk to who has a similar model/year says the same thing. i think the 2001 vw passat is a lemon. *tr | |||
| 02/22/2005 | 25000 | 3 | 08/17/2001 |
| 1.normal driving 2.rear brake rotor warp and excessive pad wear 3. 3 seperate incedenses of rear brake repairs. (there have not been any on the front brakes to date) 4 rear rotors and 3 sets of pads in 52,000 miles. the service manager at the dealer insists this is the normal wear pattern for the vehicle, especially the inner pad on the drivers side rear..vw of america is backing the stance that the dealer is correct. this has created an unsafe braking condition because th the brake pedal oscillates during all braking. | |||
| 05/15/2002 | 11472 | 1 | 09/14/2001 |
| Brakes vibrate noticeably when slowing down or stopping at variable speeds. dealer replaced rear brake discs under factory warranty.*ak | |||
| 06/27/2002 | 25000 | 1 | 05/10/2001 |
| The rear brake pads and rotors were replace at 25,000 miles and again at 50,000 miles. i feel that brake pads (especially rotors) should last more than every 25,000 miles. i'm approaching 75,000 miles and am anticipating whether or not i will be replacing pads and rotors once again!*ak | |||
| 09/20/2002 | 21000 | 1 | |
| The consumer stated that the vehicle would vibrate when the brakes are applied. the problem is the rotor needs to be changed. dealer was notified. mr the dealer stated that they won't fix the warped rotors because the rear brakes are down to 20%. scc | |||
| 02/02/2002 | |||
| Rotors wereoverheating and warping. part replaced and problem reoccurred.*ak | |||
| 11/15/2001 | |||
| There is vibration when braking. dealer has replaced front rotors once due to warping. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||
| 04/03/2008 | 2 | 07/16/2001 | |
| 1. front and rear brakes inadequate for vehicle--had to have brake work at ~20,000 miles and again at just under 42,000 miles (this has never been a problem with any other car). brakes repaired/parts replaced twice. car should be recalled by manufacturer for brakes 2. sunroof +/- windshield drain(s) became blocked and leaked and flooded passenger footwells, with risk of damage to transmission. this is a manufacturing defect with this make and model and has been widely reported on the web. vw needs to recall cars for the problem with blocked drains/leakage and damage to vehicles. cost to vacuum water out of footwells below the carpet > $600 with no guarantee that problem will not recur 3. vw passat has a known problem with sludge build up in engine and consequent engine failure--i have not (?yet) had the problem but feel that vw guarantee to repair problem only if owner can prove oil changes every 3000 miles in an unreasonable abnegation of duty. this is a design flaw and the company should have to recall all cars with the problem and repair at no charge without being able to shift blame to consumer. now having to use expensive synthetic oil for oil changes on a very frequent basis. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 05/01/2001 | 100 | 01/01/2001 | |
| When first starting car in morning, brakes don't hold for about 30 seconds, and the brake pedal fades when i press on it. afterwards, brakes work correctly. nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 07/10/2005 | 5 | ||
| I own a 2001 volkswagen passat station wagen and have had nothing but trouble with it since i bought it. i had to replace the engine due sludge and volkswagen of america would not reimburse me because i was missing one oil change receipt the lights keep coming on in the car telling me i have engine problems once again, and i bring it in for regular repairs and check ups. currently the suspension part of the car has gone and that will cost another $2000 on top of the $7000 i already put into it. that does not include new tires and other things that have gone wrong with this idiot car. volkswagen does not stand by its customers at all and i will never ever buy from them again and will tell people i know the car is a piece of crap. the place i bring in my car to for repair already knows that. do not bring it into a volkswagen repair place to have it fixed> they are the biggest ripp offs and so totally dishonest!!!! i bought the car from jack daniels in fairlawn, nj and have had it repaired at trend motors, in denville, nj *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/06/2004 | 57300 | 3 | |
| Power brake boost failed; brake application required increased pedal force and distance to stop. problem abated after 30 seconds, then recurred at next vehicle start- also subsided after a period of time. *ak took car to dealer who indicated that 2 supply lines to the brake booster had failed and cracked. was told that repair would cost $150, but could not be fixed that day. old parts available (including images prior to removal). | |||