10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #2

Dec 281999

Passat

  • miles
Diagnosis not comprehensive, poor customer service, too much waiting to get parts from germany, irresponsible and insensitive VW managemnent and customer service. No safety defect listed.

- Snellville, GA, USA

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problem #1

Aug 281999

Passat

  • miles
While driving 60mph vehicle suddenly died for no reason. This caused a traffic hazard. Had no warning. Towed to dealer. Informed by mechanic the problem was alternator. The battery was also deffective. Both alternator & battery needed replacing. Was given no reason concerning alternator.

- Union, NJ, USA

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