1999 Volkswagen Passat brakes problems

Filed Dec 1, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · 86,000 miles · CT

Purchase vehicle on november 23,2012 after getting the mechanics approval that it is safe to drive (oil pressure light was on) supposedly the vehicle passed emissions,and drove 17 miles away from dealership apple auto in wallingford,ct when the car just shut down while driving. No power. The vehicle was towed back to dealership at my expense.

Filed Feb 29, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · VA

Cars ABS module has failed, and cant afford the estimated price of 1500$ to get it repaired.

Filed Oct 10, 2011 · Brakes · NJ

I was driving down the road and stepped on my brakes. I noticed my car was not stopping and the brake was very low to the floor. I got so scared. Thank god I was going at a very very slow speed. My brake light came flashing on and beeping like crazy. This car seems to be a lemon lately. I already have issues when I start my car. At times it just doesn't start so I have to keep the key in the ignition and wait about 35 seconds and finally the car turns over. Also I have gray smoke that comes out of my tail pipe upon driving at times. Also my sun roof, the material got caught and its all ripped. And. My oil disappears on me. I can put two new quarts of oil in my car with in two weeks its gone bone dry with no oil leaks. Very very weird. Can someone help me out. Are there any recalls for any of this. I already bought rotors, brake pads for the back brakes and buying calipers this week. Now this happens where I have no brakes. I am so depressed about this. Please help me! I could of gotten into a bad accident because my entire brake system failed on me today. Go volkswagen. Unreal. :(

Filed Sep 28, 2011 · Brakes, Steering · 149,002 miles · CA

When we bought it the ABS light was on and brake light blinks, when baking up to the left it clicks.

Filed May 23, 2010 · Brakes · 140,000 miles · IL

Abs light, oil light, blinking and the brake light blinking are simultaneously on. I can hear beeping and the air conditioning unit turns off (but the fan still runs) when approaching a complete stop, then the oil light stops blinking then when accelerating, I can hear the AC unit click back on and the oil light starts blinking again. Major recall needed from other similar responses online.

Filed Apr 19, 2010 · Brakes · 84,000 miles · CO

Abs module failed on 1999 volkswagen passat. Abs no longer functions.

Filed Nov 11, 2009 · Brakes · 120,000 miles · FL

I have a 1999 vw passat. I had my brake pad replaced in march 2009, since that time my ABS brake light came on and need to be replaced. In checking report for recall notice. I see were the federal safety agency.dot.gov.has a report date august 2009, concerning a problem with long-term effect of ABS in passenger cars and ltvs. It will cost me $200. And something dollars according to my mechanic.

Filed Jul 20, 2009 · Brakes · 140,000 miles · WA

Abs module failure, random driving style/conditions.

Filed May 19, 2009 · Brakes, Engine · 67,000 miles · NJ

Abs, brake light and oil light indicators on - apparently a common problem with passats. Faulty ABS module according to dealership, $900 part. Vehicle has 67,000 miles and dealership serviced. This should not be happening and a recall should be made.

Filed May 3, 2009 · Brakes · GA

Out of the blue, my car starts "dinging" and I look down to see the ABS light on, along with a flashing brake light. I did a search and the first thing I see is that you should check the sensors at each tire. This makes me think about the fact that just before my problem occurred, I had just had my tie rod ends replaced. Was wondering if maybe the sensors had been damaged/broken when those things were replaced, but who knows. Doubtful that the mechanic that did that work would own up to that anyways. Upon more research, everyone is pointing to the ABS control module and quoting anywhere from $100-600 for rebuilt modules to $1500-3500 for brand new ones. My husband wants me to drop the money on something that's not guaranteed to work. There are so many complaints, thought I'd add to this with my own complaint. I'm calling volkswagen monday to see what they're going to say.