10.0

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

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problem #4

Mar 282001

Passat

  • miles
Car began failing to start. Battery replaced. Symptoms reappeared in 2 weeks. Car running rough, difficult to start. Stalling during highway operation. Required tow to dealer. Dealer reported that computer module wiring harness rusty and corroded requiring replacement.

- Newtonville, MA, USA

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problem #3

Jan 011999

Passat

  • miles
Engine check light keep coming on, and now the gauges on the dashboard don't work, including the speed gauge/gas gauge, and all of the electrical components that are operated by the computer. Consumer can't determine the problem.

- Bronx, NY, USA

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problem #2

Feb 011997

Passat

  • miles
Electronically controlled rear windows open by themselves. In order for windows to remained closed, the control button must be depress until windows are closed and vehicle turned off. Windows reopen when vehicle is re-started.

- Nesconset, NY, USA

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problem #1

Feb 131997

Passat

  • miles
Intermittent stalling due to electronic control module failure.

- Portage, IN, USA

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