When I brought my 2000 vw passat (55k miles) to dealer for service, they said that the cooling system has sludge. The radiator, heater core needed to be replaced and need to have coolant flush for 2 times. The total is $2600!!! The service advisor said the only cause would be wrong type of coolant, but I have not done service other than the vw dealer. So, I suspect that that is defect in the cooling system of the 2000 passat.
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I recently had an experience that I believe would be of interest to your organization. In july of 2000 my wife and I researched for an finally purchased a volkswagen passat [xxx]. We were very pleased with our purchase for a number of years, until what were described to us as "normal" repairs became necessary. Some of the more memorable normal repairs included rear brakes at 40,000 miles (front brakes were in very good condition) for approx. $700.00, and the outside rear view mirror adjustor for $400.00. We began to suspect the pricing structure of vw parts and labor was skewed toward the expensive. A big part of of our decision to buy vw was their reputation for solid transportation over a long time. The car was even listed as a recommended purchase on a number of consumer magazines! The most outrageous example of this situation occured in july 1st 2005, when the check engine light came on, and we took the car to our dealer for service. The result of the check was that the catalytic converters (2 of them) needed to be replaced, at a total cost of $3,400.00! Since our state has vehicle testing, this is a required repair to be able to continue to drive the car. We have owned the car for 5 years and have 108,000 miles on the odometer. Contacting vw gave no relief, as their stated warranty was for 5 years, but only for 80,000 miles. Needless to say, I will never purchase a volkswagen product again, and would like to inform potential purchasers of this type of unexpected cost. Updated 07/19/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Problem extended over the period of about 2 years. The check emissions light came on sporadically, then stayed on at all times. The sensor was worked on by 3 mechanics : 1st time- diagnosis unsealed gas cap - stayed off for 6 months; 2nd time - 4th time- "just happens on vws" and computer reset - stayed off about average of 2-4 weeks before lighting up again; 5th time - on all the time, mechanic would reset, would take on test drive and it would come on again. At this point I had moved to nc where the car proceeded to fail inspection due to this issue. The second local mechanic managed to fix problem; car passed emissions inspection and light has been off for 6 months.
At 58,000 miles my oil pressure light came on and the stop demand light came on. I contacted the dealer and the service man indicated to me that the 2000 passats' where having problems with the oil pumps. He further explained to me that what was happening was that the pumps that were manufractured were not built strong enough to up hold certain sythetic oils. He further stated that when the oil gets to hot the oil cyrstalizes and then turnss to sludge. Given that information I then proceeded to get my car serviced. However upon the date of service ( even knowing the problem) my car was diagnosed at a cost to me for $75.00. At the time of service I learned that the pump was only covered under the warrenty if I could produce 5 years of oil slips. I have several concerns regarding this matter. The first, the owners mannual does not indicate that the pumps are sensative to certain types of oils (synthetic). Secondly, the mannual does not state that the warrenty repairs will only be coverded if all receipts for services performed on the vehicle are provided. Thridly, it is clear in my mind that if a manufracturer places a default or defective oil pump in a car that it should be a recall? I have read in the most recent comsumer report magazine and it seems to be a reoccuring problem with vw passats. Fourthly, when contacting volkeswagon directly I spoke to customer "care" the attidude was appauling. The response I received was "oh well" " that is our policy" did not get that reception when buying the car! I bought my passat july 13, 2000 and by july 13, 2005 I have a serious engine problem. Finally, the dealer stated that the cost to me would start anywere at 1,000. Can anyone tell me why this is my problem? I am a therapist and I come across many paths in my travel. My paths include physiatrist, teachers,doctors, clients etc I will be sure to share with them my dissatification with volkeswagon. This should be a recall issue. Thank you
The secondary air filter on my 2000 vw passat failed at 14,000 miles. It was replaced under warranty. My car now has 50,000 miles on it and it has failed again. Replacement price is $1,000. The vw repairshop stated that this not a necessary part and really doesn't need to be replaced. But without replacement the engine light goes on everytime the car is started. I contacted vw directly and filed a complaint. They refused to fix the part. I see that two other people have filed a complaint about the secondary air filter.
2000 4-cyl vw passat, 64000 miles: 2 emissions failures within 48 hrs: 1.) replaced defective evaporator check valve and hose, replaced fuel reg to manifold line and n249 valve line to manifold, replaced vacuum lines ($331); 2.) cleaned carbonated throttle body, replaced jet valve, repalced air filter. Replaced mass air flow meter (under extended warranty) ($236). At 50,000 miles: replaced 2nd pump, n112 valve, cobi valve, cracked pipe, fuse set codes.
Emissions workshop light is on.
The engine check-emission light has come on five times. Each time the dealer made a different repair. 1) secondary air pump 2) check valve 3) mass air flow sensor 4) inlet hose for booster valve 5)combi valve and secondary air pump. The first time the secondary air pump was replaced was at 58000 miles. The second time at 72000 miles, only 14000 miles later. The dealer said the emission system is poorly designed.
If found on www.epa.gov a recall for emission on the passat 2.8l. Mfr recall # we/lk, epa# 1694. The exact defect was found on my passat 1.8l. Vacuum supply within the secondary air system is lost when the secondary air vacuum hoses disconnect from the system control valve. The rubber vacuum hose connectors split and separate from the vacuum connection the valve due to heat dissipation in that area. The secondary air hose part# 058133817d. I took my vehicle in after the check engine light went on for the emission workshop. My repair was not covered due to recall not covering my VIN.
The car was making a funny noise and then the engine stopped. We had it towed to minuteman vw in bedford, ma and they said that the oil pump had failed and that both the oil pump and the engine would have to be replaced at a cost of $6,320.00. The 2000 passat has 60,586 miles on it and had been in for service at 55,478 miles. The service department told us that it should be covered under the 10 year/100,000 mile power train warranty, but when they submitted our claim to vw they refused to cover it because they said I needed to provide copies of every oil change receipt for the past 4 1/2 years. I was able to find 4 receipts, but I do not see anywhere in the owners manual where it clearly and explicitly states that warranty repairs will only be performed if all receipts for all services performed on the car are provided. I noticed that there have been several technical service bulletins issued on this car which relate to engine problems and would like this defect to be considered for a recall. Thank you.
While driving at any speed a knocking noise was coming from the engine compartment. Dealership repaired the gas recirculation valve (egr valve).
The mass air flow meter gave out on my 2000 volkswagen passat in august 2003. A couple of months later, the warranty for the part was extended to 70,000 miles. I received a rebate for the expense (five months after submitting it). Now, 16 months later, the air flow meter failed again, and my car is past the 70,000 mile warranty period (but the part is only 20,000 miles old). Volkswagen is clearly having a significant problem with this part, which has been confirmed by two different volkwagen dealerships.
My check engine light comes on every 2 weeks, my transmission is jerking when gearing down. This is a new car and it should be more dependable. They reset my light and then we start over because it always comes back on.
For second time, in two months the emission check light has come on. This is on my vw passat 2000, which has 43,000 miles. After taking the car to dealership, I was told that there are faulty vacuum hoses again in the engine that needs to be replaced. I was told by dealership that I should be expecting to change these vacuum hoses every 40,000 miles. This sounds like a manufacturing defect to me, as I have never replaced this component in my other cars, let alone on a regular basis. I had replaced other vacuum hoses a month ago.
1. Brought 2000 passat glx to dealer twice to fix 'smoke coming from engine compartment and accompanying burning smell.' dealer charged $430 to replace "in/out transmission cooler lines" the first time in the shop, and "tightened the cams" the second time. 2. Less than 3 weeks after the second service 'tightening the cams', car caught fire while traveling northbound on I-95 at mile marker 8 in ny. After being notified of smoke coming from the car by another motorist, we pulled over. Shortly thereafter, the entire car was engulfed in flames. 3. Nothing was done to correct the failure as the car was totaled. Investigation may or may not be conducted by insurance company to find the cause of the fire.
At 40,000 miles, the water pump bearing failed. Foutunately, I stopped the car immediately and did not incur further engine damage. Was advised by the dealer that wv "under-engineered" the water pump bearing, resulting in premature failure.
While driving check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed consumer that the problem could not be duplicated.
Consumer complained that at 43000 miles catalytic converter was replaced under warranty. Currently, at 90,000 miles another one needed to be replaced. Dealer will not replace the catalytic converter for free.
Analysis of system after check engine light showed one of two oxygen sensors defective. Item was replaced. No other codes indicated further problems..two days later, check engine light lit again. Second oxygen sensor replaced. Three days later, check engine light on again. . Analysis determined air mass meter defective and was replaced. Repair costs = $841.25. Very reputable repair shop said this happens frequenly to vw's??? Vw will be notified and asked to compensate for repairs.
Engine speed pulsates at idle when automatic transmission is in gear and brakes applied. No failure or warning lights displayed. To prevent surging of car while stopped, transmission must be put in neutral. Also hesitates significantly during some accelerations from stop due to condition, and idles rough when cold. Same fault last year in jan. 2003, resolution through replacement of coolant sensor and throttle body.
I have a 2000 vw passat and have carbon build up on the valves due from premium gas use as required in manual. 2 seperate occasions I had to pay hundreds to repair this recurring problem. The dealer says they don't know what fuel I should use. Vw headquarters first said a year ago to strictly use premium. Now they tell me to use regular but they will not do anything for me. I had to replace a re circulation valve and vacuums. I beleive there is a consumer issue here that someone has to address because I cannot get anybody to agree which fuel to use. They should repair my problem for free.
I have a 2000 vw passat gls sedan (automatic) 1.8t engine. I have taken the car to service every 5k miles to vw and then to a reputable mechanic (have all the service records). It is currently at 82,000 miles. 2 months ago the car stalled on the road. The oil check light had been on for awhile. I had called vw regarding the sensor light and they said that it is only a sensor problem, and not worry about it. After investigation, the car is in need of a new engine. Cam shafts 3 and 4 were dry and not receiving oil. I submitted the car to vw to claim under the 10 year/100k mile powertrain warranty. After 2 months of investigations, vw USA has denied my claim and states that this is due to poor maintenance. The mechanic shop I take my car to is very reputable. My family and friends have and continue to go to this shop and have never had a problem. I am in the stages of legal action against vw USA.
I have had persistent emission problems with my 2000 v6 vw passat since date of purchase. The maf/oxygen sensors have been replaced numerous times and now I have an emissions issue again (now outside of warranty) that traces back to something in my secondary air system (error codes 1411, 1423). These emission problems are regular and persistent and vw should take care of them without me spending hundreds/thousands of dollars time and time and time again!
Complete engine failure check oil pressure light appeared at 38000 miles; brought to vw dealer - told that the sensor light was stuck on car is taken to vw dealer at 40444 for 40000 mile maintenance check oil pressure light appears at 44578 miles; car taken to another dealer and dealer claims engine is total loss.
When the vehicle stopped at a stop sign or a traffic light, it stalled. *ak the problem was diagnosed as a secondary air injector valve. The vehicle experienced a rough idle. The valve was replaced, but the vehicle still idled rough. The check engine light was intermittent prior to repair. *sc
4th winter in a row since purchasing vehicle it has experienced a problem starting. Each year the "diagnosis" has been somewhat different...but mainly a "problem with carbonization buildup". 4 times in 4 years, resulting in new plugs, oil change, this year a new battery, "decarbonization procedure"....hundreds and hundreds of dollars. Have used only the finest fuel (vw claimed this was the root problem, poor quality fuel) since the first incident in 2000. Problem persists.
My husband and I purchased a 2000 passat with 927 miles on the odometer on july 21, 2000 (ancira, san antonio, tx). Three visits to the dealer three for a fluid leak (3/29/01, 2/13/02, 1/17/03). Each time, we were told that nothing was wrong. Four months ago- "emission control," "check engine" light came on. Also the following quit working: power mirrors, the travel computer, temperature sensor was erratic, fuel door quit and the fuel mileage gauge malfunctioned. Most recently, the car started running rough and a clear, viscous fluid appeared on my garage floor. The car has 25,000 miles. We change the oil regularly. It had a 15,000-mile check-up. We took the car to a reputable mechanic (mander automotive in helotes, texas). The owner of mander (bob mander) was very concerned that this car had so many electrical and computer problems. Ancira informed (mander) that the car's warranty had expired by 900 miles (24,990) that visit (11/6/03). Computer scan and analysis showed several codes related to misfires and running lean. Also: transaxle seal leak and battery failed the load test-would not hold acharge. Mander fixed: seal leak, replaced the battery, changed the oil, replaced the actuator (fuel door), repaired vacuum leaks, reset the t.e.h. Computer and corrected the faulty wiring to the mirrors. We spent $649. 24 hours later-"check engine" light re-appeared. The car began to vibrate hard. We took the car back to mr. Mander (11/14/03). He found a defective oxygen sensor and problem with the coolant sensor- both replaced. That time we spent $358. My husband and I have an established relationship with mander automotive and trust their work and analysis. The "check engine" light and "emissions control" light is back on. The car is running hard, again. I have contacted vw (reference #30522917) and my husband was advised to take the car to a different dealer here in san antonio (rod east).
3 emissions system failures in one year. Secondary air pump replaced twice and mass air flow sensor replaced once. Car has less than 24000 miles.
While driving at moderate speeds of about 35 to 45 MPH, car engine lost all power. Engine was still running and all accessories (lights, radio, etc.) were on, but pressing on the gas pedal lead to no movement by the car. Epc warning light came on at the time of power loss as did the asr warning light. Stopping the car and turning it off and then back on remedied situation, but it recurred on 9/2/2003 under same conditions. Dealer analysis showed a sticking turbo booster valve and a bad oxygen sensor (this is the 2nd o2 sensor to be replaced within a year). Dealer had to order parts and they will not be in until at least 9/9/2003. Meanwhile, I have to drive a 79 mile round trip commute daily in traffic, and fear that this will happen when I am at 75 MPH on the interstate. This could lead to a crash with possible fatalities if it occurred.
Mass air flow sensor needed to be replaced 4 months after having the secondary air pump and actuator valve on the back of the head replaced.
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