Abs, brake, and oil light come on intermittently. It started today, and it looks like from my research it will continue until I spend close to 2k on an entire module when only one small chip solder failed.
1999 Volkswagen Passat electrical complaints
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1999 vw passat, 1.8t engine: ignition coils needed to be replaced at 76,000 miles.
Over time leaves collected in the battery compartment of my '99 volkswagen passat. This LED to rain water leaking into the passenger compartment and corroding the ecu under the driver's seat. The alarm and locks started working on their own and the vehicle would no longer start. The initial reaction from volkswagen was to "cheaply fix" and the sell the car as soon as possible because it would have lifelong problems without a "proper fix" which would cost more than the car was worth (~$6-$8k).
Solid ABS light/flashing brake light.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the ABS, oil, and brake lights illuminated and then flashed. There was a beeping noise as a warning signal prior to the illumination of the ABS, oil and brake lights. The tachometer also failed. This problem was intermittent and worsen over a two week period. The vehicle was taken to a independent repair shop who indicated there were no codes after the diagnostic testing. They recommended the vehicle be taken to the an authorized dealer. While looking through the owner manual, the contact observed a warning statement that the illumination of the ABS and brake lights could result in the locking up of the rear brakes under hard braking. While driving 65 MPH on a highway the rear brakes locked causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. There was no hard braking when this occurred.
Abs warning light plus oil and brake lights flash, tachometer goes to zero.
This has happened to many people, and volkswagen should own up to it. Water is getting into my car through something under the hood and soaking my carpets. It has fried my electrical system as well as many others. The comfort control module needs replacing as well as the corroded wires. The estimated cost is above $2000.
Abs light, ABS intermitant failure, oil light failure, tachometer failure.
I own a 1999 vw passat glx with 72,000 miles. Approximately one month ago, the ABS light, the brake light, the oil pressure indicator, and the tachometer began to behave erratically. Two weeks ago, the right front caliper stuck in the extended position, starting a wheel fire at the rotor. I replaced the caliper, rotor, and pads. A non-vw service center replaced the remaining rotors and pads, replaced the master cylinder, and flushed/bled the entire system. The problem with the lights and alarms persists. The lights and alarms are usually absent when the vehicle is completely cold, then usually appear after several minutes of driving. The lights and alarms can disappear while driving, then reappear during later driving. I have not contacted vw directly, because I'm concerned what the estimate might be to attempt repair.
Dt*: the contact stated without warning the vehicle lost power and would not accelerate above 20 MPH, causing the vehicle to shake. The vehicle was driven to the dealership and the ignition module was replaced. This problem returned, and the vehicle was driven to an independent repair shop, where the same component was replaced again. Updated 06/07/2006. *ak
Dt*: the contact stated the instrument cluster failed. The instrument panel lamps did not illuminate while driving, and the vehicle stalled after the failure. The vehicle did not restart and was towed to the local dealership. After diagnostic testing, the dealer concluded the instrument cluster was the problem and would have to be replaced. Unfortunately, the dealership can not perform any remedy to the vehicle without a certified technician. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 4/19/2006 -
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS, brake and oil lamps intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined the ABS module needs replaced although the repair was not made.
Abs warning light flashes constantly with chime sounding each time the car starts. Probably been ongoing for the last 6-8 months. Was told by independent repair shop the problem was just electrical, but now reading numerous other complaints I believe it to be the ABS module failing in so many other cars. Seems like volkswagen needs to take care of this issue.
I own a 1999 vw passat v6. It currently has approx 67,975 miles. From the first year of purchase to this current date, I've experienced the sunroof opening on it's own during winter months. This sunroof has a manual dial control, and therefore it mystifies me that this can occur. My rate of speed has no impact on the occurance, since I could be merely travelling at 45 50 MPH when it happens. I've reported this issue to the dealer,but of course if the problem is not replicated when they test drive the car, it is considered non-existent (in their opinion). I am tired of the multiple premature complaints on this vehicle and at this point, I'm considering another vehicle. This is what my time line looks like: 48,824 miles replaced all upper links replace v belt 49,576 miles replaced water pump and battery 53,629 miles replaced cv boot joints and both front axels 57,512 miles replaced upper links again 61,972 miles, being told that all gasket seals have to be replaced. I'm currently driving with the folling conditions: no heat at my feet if my heat setting is for both body and feet. My key keeps coming apart and getting stuck in the ignition. My sunroof opens on its own when it's cold outside. My left rear passenger door lock wouldn't lock when I lock the car. The trunk light comes on when it feels like. I have to fill up on coolant every 700 miles or so.
Dt: while driving at 30 MPH and suddenly there was a jerking of the car as if the tire was flat. Pulled over , inspected the vehicle for a flat and none was found. Consumer got back into the vehicle and noticed the malfunction engine light was blinking. At this point consumer continued to drive down the service road of the highway of about 15 MPH. There was a strong odor of something burning, no smoke was seen. This smell was like burned rubber. Consumer called volkswagen, and they suggested that if the malfunction engine"light was blinking to shut off the engine immediately. After pulling over, consumer called tow truck. Tow truck arrived , inspected under the hood and discovered there was fire from underneath the engine itself. The tow truck driver tried to extinguish fire with water and later a fire extinguisher-this did not put the fire out. The fire department had to be called.,in the meantime the fire grew larger. At that time, fire department came and put fire out. Fire crew noted this was most likely an electrical fire, perhaps due to the intensity of the heat from summer and a mix of electrical wiring started the fire. The car was then towed to an insurance company lot for further investigation. Currently, the consumer did not know why this h happened. The vehicle was regularly serviced and maintained. The vehicle had only 60,500 miles. The was the first problem experienced with this vehicle.
I purchased a new 1999 volkswagen passat from the dealer in 10/99. Approx 2 years ago the interior roof started leaking throughout the vehicle when it rained. Vehicle was taken to dealer for repair, and I was told that the wells were clogged. Approx 1 year later I took the vehicle in for routine maintenance and was told the wells were clogging again. I repaired it again. July 05 the door locks started cycling while I was driving, the interior lights would come on while driving, the trunk would open while driving, the lights would flash periodically while parked and I was unable to use the remote to open/lock the doors or activate the alarm. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The diagnosis is that the comfort control module under the drivers seat is corroded. Water has been pooling there when it rains. The dealer of purchase & repair is aware that there is a chronic problem with that vehicle model for that year and the next few years. The total cost of repair for labor & parts is approx $500.00. Volkswagon's customer service at this point is not willing to financially assist in repair. I have already spent $700.00 for this repair and the problem still exists.
Shortly after bought car, had many makeup problems: trim panel falling off, 3 our 4 windows have been fixed numerous times. Cannot have trim fixed unless do whole car, which is too expensive and I didnt pay all that money for a car to have dish out more money for something that should not happen. I have paid to have all the windows fixed except this last time, I just will not do it. No accidents, nothing for these problems to be occuring. Also, the tie rods have been replaced numerous times. Lastly, steering/suspension has been a problem. All these problems took place four months after purchase and since then has been a problem.
Recall campaign 00414000 dealer notice too much play in upper control arms and tie rods. *bf recall campaign# 99v248000. The consumer was told that the VIN was outside of the VIN range. The second issue was with the output stage control module which was replaced due to the vehicle losing power and shuddering.
Was driving vehicle in left lane on the highway. At 65 MPH, engine light began blinking and engine power dropped out. Engine stalled completely - I had to pull over through traffic lanes to come to a stop in the breakdown lane of the highway without the aid of power steering or power brakes, both of which were disabled once the engine cut out. Engine would not restart - after 30 minutes and several attempts, got engine to start and idle was extremely rough - drove car down the street and brought it to the dealer for diagnosis and repair. Problem was determined to be a failure of the ignition control module (bosch part number 4d0 905 351). Replacement of this part restored the engine to normal function. This is the second time I have replaced this exact same part. This part had been replaced approximately 24 month earlier.
While driving on highway check engine light began blinking and car idle became extremely rough - had to drive home from highway using reduced power - engine would only work when driven at specific RPM. After approximately 10 miles of extremely rough running, car engine would not start at all. Vehicle had to be towed to the dealership for repair. It was found that the ignition control module, bosch part number 4d0 905 351 failed. Part was replaced and engine began working again. Car was not safely driveable when this part had failed.
Car would lose power with a blinking check engine light. Then the car's check engine light quit blinking and it would suddenly surge forward. I almost rear ended another car when it surged. Dealer diagnosed and replaced the ignition control module.
80330 miles on car. Engine light starting flashing and engine was running rough. Cause was failure of ignition module p/n 4d0-905-351 without warning. Caused reduced engine speed and danger driving to repair shop approx. 10 miles. Parts were replaced.....
50993 miles on car. Engine light started flalshing and engine is running rough: cause was failure of ignition module p/n 4d0-905-351 without warning, caused reduced engine speed and danger driving to repair shop approximately 8 miles. Parts replaced by vw after 2(two) weeks.
Abs light coming on once in a while. Now stays on permanently and beeps. Concerned about safety of brakes. Cost to repair $1600. This car has been in the shop numerous times for electrical problems since I purchased it. I will never buy another vw.
Engine began to seriously misfire - check engine light came on vehicle became undriveable -- dangerour lack of power replaced ignition conrtol module internet if full of descriptions of this kind of failure -- vw does nothing.
While driving 55 MPH ignition coil pack failed. As a result, engine became inoperative.
The 1999 passat has had a number of problems from excessive oil consumption, electrical problems,water pump defects, front end assembly and transmission problems. (nar) *ph
Ignition coils fail on my 1999 passat v6 2.8l ...vw consumer office claims that only 2001 and 2002 vehicles were part of a recall campaign...but thousands of other vw's outside of these years are experiencing the same problem...problem: power failure while driving on the road...I reported to vw and had them note it in my case file for my vehicle...complaint is that vw should cover the charge of ignition coil replacement for cars experiencing these type of power failures.
Vehicle caught on fire while parked in the driveway. The fire department indicated that the fire started on the right side of the engine. The fire may have been caused by the battery. The vehicle was totaled.
Spark plug ignition module failure. Car suddenly lost power and caused a potentially dangerous situation for my wife and children.
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