3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,317 miles

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problem #3

Mar 102008

Passat 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 90,000 miles
This is the second time that the window regulator has gone out on my 2002 VW Passat 4motion glx. The first time this happened the drivers window regulator failed due to a corroded cable in the assembly. The most recent just happened to the rear passenger regulator, but this time the plastic assembly that holds the glass window broke and and the window fell down in traffic. I am very mechanically inclined and have fixed both of these problems on my own time, at my own expense. Just wondering if anyone else is experiencing these problematic issues. Thank you, darin.

- Rapid City, SD, USA

problem #2

Sep 152003

Passat

  • Automatic transmission
  • 17,952 miles
Four ignition coils defective - replaced defective ignition - key stuck in car for over nine days defective stereo - replaced twice to date defective electrical - windows and locks go up and down while driving, gas cap pops open unexpectedly computer problem - computer blacks out at times defective wheel bearing - replaced at 17,952 miles defective motor blower - replaced defective rear wheel lining - replaced

- Rosemount, MN, USA

problem #1

Sep 052003

Passat 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 13,000 miles
Automatic lock and power window on rear passenger side door are inoperative. Dealer took two attempts to fix it. On the first, they applied some electrolytic grease in the hope that it would be enough. The next time they replaced the motor and lock unit.

- Ann Arbor, MI, USA