Abs brake failure.
1999 Volkswagen Passat brakes complaints
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My ABS module failed on my 1999 vw passat.
The ABS module on my 1999 vw passat has gone bad. I have read other posts about such failures. It went out when my car had about 105 k miles. Though that is a lot of miles, I don't see why a lot of high way driving would cause the ABS module to fail. It's also a very costly fix. 1200 for the part and then another 200 for labor. That's 1500. My car is less than 5 years old.
The ABS / brake light keeps coming on my dashboard. I took it to service to rod east volkswagen (vw) and after charging me $75 they said there's nothing wrong with your car. The light is on everyday.
Usb control module sensor malfunctions, causing the "ABS" and "brake" light to flash intermittently. According to my service center, the brakes still work fine, but a sensor in the control module has a problem, the cost to fix is over $1500 including labor, though there is no actual problem with the brakes, they function perfectly. This is a common problem in 1998 and 1999 volkswagen passats-you can read about some of the occurences here-http://www.clubb5.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=60526
My ABS control module is not working which causes my anti lock brakes not to work. I am aware of this issue happening on variuos other vw passats and I wanted to make the federal safety agency aware of the situation.
Faulty ABS control module made ABS sytem inoperative.
Abs unit failed from defect. I feel that this is a known defect in a manufactured part and vw america refuses to replace defective unit.
Abs control module failure. My ABS control module failed causing the light to come on along with an audible alarm. I have communicated with many individuals with the same problem. The local dealerships recommended replacing not only the ABS control module but the instrument cluster as well. The control module costs approximately $1200 installed and the instrument cluster was about $500 installed. When approached about the many people having the same problem the dealerships as well as the vw service center claimed they knew nothing of the problem. There are some people who are being reimbursed by the vw/audi service center for their repairs as if there is a silent recall but I was not given this option. I was forced to replace the module myself which solved the problem. At no time did anyone attempt to stand behind their product. This is a very expensive component that has a very inexpensive sub-component that is failing. The customer is left holding the bag.
Water accumulated in the brake power booster. The consumer removed about 5 cups of water. The dealer was notified.
While driving at 25mph, the vehicle experienced total brake loss. Causing a fire to the front and rear wheel. Dealer has been notified and will cost $2,8000 to replace the ABS. Please provide further information.
Consumer had to replace brakes every 6000 miles, and she thought this was a problem because for the same reason volkswagen issued recall 99v131001. But was told that this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
The consumer experienced total brake loss due to master cylinder failure. Also the right front caliper was damaged causing a fire and the right front wheel to seize.
While attempting to dis-engage cruise control while approaching toll booth, by tapping brake, vehicle suffered total brake failure. Pulled emergency brake, which worked as advertised, causing vehicle to enter 360 degree spin and cross 6 lanes of toll booth traffic ending up on right shoulder of highway. No contact with any other vehicle or object. Shut down engine and re-started and brake pressure returned to normal. Mehcanic at independent shop cannot duplicate failure and system tests ok.
Vehicle stalls intermittently at speeds of 25-65 MPH. Vehicle taken to dealer 10-15 times, cannot find a cause. *ak the mirror switch is inoperative due to window switch failure. The driver seat warmer was inoperative. Engine has a burning smell due to oil leak. Vehicle made noise in front end on left turns due to a stabilizer bar clamp being loose. Front brakes make noise. Steering makes noise and locked while driving. Steering column sliding cover cracked.
Brakes sticking to drums and no brake light warning of pending stop. Problem never addressed by vw, the dealership or corporate. The problem caused an accident and prematurely caused wear on all brake components. I have had to replace the brakes twice in 40,000 miles. The most recent at 12,000 miles usage. Vw says there is nothing wrong and it is not covered by warranty.
Brakes were sqeaking. Dealer found rotors needed to be replaced.
The brakes squeak. Nlm
With all of the glowing reports from the consumer reports mag about the vw passat I had to write to gripe about about my dealings with vw of america.I took my 99 passat to the dealer about 2 months after 15000 mile schedule maintenance for a noise in the front wheels my dealer tells me that I need pads and rotors at 18,000 miles at a cost $400.00.my rotors are worn beyond turning with 15% pads left .apparently the pads are harder than the rotors?after a heated discussion about weather rotors were conciderd consumables or not I left in discust to call vw of america to explain my view that there is no way a two year old passat with 18000 normal miles sould need new rotors.five calls later and the total run-a-round a "customer service" rep tells me that there is nothing that vw of america is willing to do to help me.apparently they think it is normal to replace rotor every 15000 to 18000 miles at a cost of $400.00 sounds like a good deal to me, for the dealers!I wonder if I'm the only one that had this problem, every new vw I see has a lot of brake dust on the front wheels.hmm. Thank for letting me vent. Keep the consumers informed!! P.s.I still think I'm getting screwed!
I have been experiencing decreased brake performance (substantial) whenever the streets are salty and wet. I researched this on the internet and found my experience not uncommon among vw passat owners, and apparently the subject of an audi investigation which uses the same brake components. It does not affect performance when dry or simply wet, but does when 'salty' and wet. It takes several braking to restore any measurable function in the brakes when it occurs. It is scheduled to be seen by a vw dealer on 2/13 for evaluation of this problem.
Gas gauge sending unit has been replaced once. Malfunctioning again. Shows full tank when more than half empty. Brakes have never worked adequately. Dealer has inspected and says they are "normal". After inspection, worked better for a brief period.
Ongoing problem with brakes squealing when applying brakes. Vehicle been in dealer shop on four occasions. Repairs were made on the disc brake system, and problem stilloccurring. Please feel free to provide any further details.
Rotors are prematurly warped and the front end vibrates while braking at speed over 45 miles an hour. The manufacturer refuses to replace them under warrenty and the dealer failed to test drive and inspect the rotors when they had the car in for the 12,000 mile check up in june 2000. Also, I understand that the swedish distributor recalled the brakes for premature failure due to rust and road salt.
Oil line broke while driving. Also, ABS/master cylinder malfunctioned, causing the entire ABS system to be replaced.vehicle was not braking properly when brakes were applied. In addition, had pads replaced twice/needed a new booster installed, and sun roof was replaced because it leaked and made a squealing noise.
Recall component on national backorder and can not be replaced, owner is experiencing intermittent failure. (99v‑131)
Recall repairs denied due to lack of parts (99v‑131 and 99v‑248).
The federal safety agency recall no:99v131001 and manufacturer's recall no:uh concerning brake booster failure. No parts were available. Called several times other dealers, and no one has the part.
Recall repair can not be completed due to lack of parts. (99v‑131)
Consumer denied recall repair (99v‑131) due to lack of parts.
Received recall 99v131001. Contacted dealer on 15-nov-99 and still no parts available. Issue has since been resolved. *ak
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