1998 Volkswagen Passat seats problems

Filed Nov 20, 2006 · Seats · 91,000 miles · CA

While starting off from a standstill, I heard a popping sound and I flew backwards in my seat. Apparently the seat frame mechanism for my drivers seat failed. The metal of the frame, as it was designed and manufactured, failed from metal fatigue. When it did, there was nothing holding the front of the seat to the floor board. I flew into the back seat, my hands were ripped from the wheel, and I could no longer reach the pedals. I struggled to maneuver myself back into a position where I could regain control of my car. Thankfully, it was very early in the morning, and there were no other vehicles or pedestrians located close to my car. As of this point, nothing has been done to fix the car.

Filed May 31, 2005 · Seats · 85,020 miles · CA · 1 injury

The driver's seat came loose while driving and the seat flipped backwards causing me to lose control of the car.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Seats · 110,000 miles · MI

The drivers side seat heater malfunctioned and burned a hole through the seat and the drivers coat. Please provide further details.

Filed Mar 24, 2003 · Seats · MD

The seat broke from the base. The consumer had lost complete control of the vehicle. The consumer requested reimbursement for all of the monies spent on repairs/other charges for the incident. Scc

Filed Apr 19, 2002 · Seats · CA

Consumer states after ajusting the height of the driver seat, it would come down while driving.the dealer and manufacturer were notified. Nlm

Filed Oct 10, 2001 · Seats · CA

Driver's seat failed. Yd

Filed Oct 9, 2001 · Seats · CA

Driver's seat rocks and moves while car is moving. Manufacturing company says that there is nothing wrong with this and that its "normal". This is not normal and its dangerous. It becomes very easy to lose control of the car while it is moving! The ntsb board has a number of similar complaints by other drivers, so I am not the only one. This needs the company's immediate attention and correction. It shouldn't do this for any reason.

Filed May 14, 2001 · Engine, Lights · NJ

Catalytic converter replaced early on in ownership. Water pump, oil pump, timing belt replaced two months ago. Turbo replaced twice and still defective. Electrical problems with driver's side window, heated seat, trunk light. Suspension system bushings need replacement @ only 56,000 miles. Steering column replaced early on.

Filed Feb 7, 2000 · Electrical, Fuel system · OH

Loose shifter causing sporadic shifting from automatic to manual transmission control. Nlm

Filed Oct 28, 1999 · Seats, Visibility · NC

The right front seats would rock whenever vehicle is turning corners or curbs. This also happens when coming to or leaving a stop sign or light. Contacted manufacturer & nothing could be or would be done. Sun roof would open & close on its own. Would have no warning. The rear window looked like it had acid rain on it when bought. Been to dealer & mechanic removed seat & replaced it. No problem found. Checking on other problems.