2003 Volkswagen Passat lights problems

Filed Nov 18, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 130,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning while driving at various speeds. The failure was experienced numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who performed diagnostic testing. The engine oxygen sensor, coil spring, sparks plugs, and wires were replaced; however, the failure was not corrected. The contact stated that the tail lights also failed. The tail lights were not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed Nov 4, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · 108,000 miles · VA

Driving at night, 65mph, interstate hwy. Low beam headlights went out. High beams did work. Replaced both headlight bulbs. Did not fix. Cost $95. Replace headlight relay. Did not fix. Cost in excess of $200. Recall for later year passat for same problem caused by "hood slam?"

Filed Jul 21, 2010 · Lights · 70,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 volkswagen passed. The contact stated that the headlight assembly plastic covers became foggy due to the sun light. While driving 25 MPH at night the headlights looked as though they were off and it was difficult to see. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The headlight assembly was not replaced and is concerned that there are no recalls related to the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Jan 27, 2009 · Airbags, Electrical · 2,300 miles · CA · 2 injuries

Brake failure light appears even after multiple brake repairs. Driver?s side rear upper brake light replaced for 29th time in less than 2 yrs. Multiple coolant leaks still present even after repair and water pump replacement. Radio/amplifier not functioning even after replacement (radio was only used twice in vehicle?s lifetime). Diagnostics show airbag malfunction. Regulator pin on rear passenger side window keeps breaking (3rd replacement since 2003). Engine cover below car keeps falling off due to rusted bolts. Homelink system keeps malfunctioning. Fuses keep blowing out. Dashboard panel lights out (odometer, fuel gauge, etc.). Ccm module keeps breaking down. Car needs to be jumpstarted when not in use for over 48 hrs. Climate control (A/C and heater) works only sporadically. All repairs performed by vw dealership, yet same issues keep reappearing just a few weeks after repairs. Repairs performed in past 2 years: ecu unit replaced, brake light switch replaced 3 times, A/C compressor unit replaced, ABS module replaced, alternator replaced, brakes replaced 3 times.

Filed Sep 18, 2008 · Lights · 50,332 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 volkswagen passat. While examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the headlight lens were covered with a foggy material. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the headlights needed to be serviced. The current and failure mileages were 50,332. Updated 10/16/08. *lj updated 10/20/08.

Filed Jul 10, 2008 · Lights · 77,000 miles · AL

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 volkswagen passat. While driving at any speed, the contact attempted to activate the turn signals, but they did not work. The hazard lights also stopped working when the turn signals failed. The contact did not notice any differences in the vehicle beforehand and the failures were intermittent. The vehicle has been diagnosed by the dealer several times; however, the failures continue to occur. The current mileage was 77,500 and failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed May 27, 2008 · Airbags, Electrical · 130,000 miles · CA

Radio not functioning, air conditioning unit works intermittently, airbag malfunction recognized, operation unit in steering wheel malfunctions, no communications with brake control unit, brake light switch causes drivers side brake light to malfunction. Horn not functioning nearly caused 2 accidents within a month. I drove over an island to avoid one collision from the other non-attentive driver and ended up scraping the transmission pan. Cost of replacement: $550. After thousands of dollars in repairs and diagnostics, vw dealerships still unable to fix any of the above!

Filed Aug 21, 2007 · Fuel system, Lights · 72,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 volkswagen passat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance when the dealer noticed a failed exterior brake light switch. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in recall number 07v063000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The contact felt that the recall should be expanded to include his vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 72,000. Updated 02-01-08 *bf the consumer stated this is the 3rd recall the vehicle was not included in due to the VIN number. The consumer stated the fuel pump problem the company fixed because they could not dispute it. Updated 02/01/08

Filed Aug 6, 2007 · Lights · 81,000 miles · TN

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that his vehicle is experiencing the same failure as noted in recall number 07v063000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The manufacturer stated that his vehicle was excluded from the recall. The contact paid to have the brake light switch replaced and feels that his vehicle should be included in the recall. The current mileage was 90,000 and failure mileage was 81,000. Updated 02/08/08.

Filed Aug 2, 2007 · Fuel system, Lights · 55,150 miles · NY

While driving 2003 vw passat the engine stalled out (no fuel) causing near accident by passing vehicles. Drifted to side of road. After 100 mile tow to vincent volkswagen dealer in rochester, they found no problem. Car did run two days. The same stall-out occurred three days later. Another tow to a dealer (schmitts garage) to attempt to repair. Not sure what the problem is but strongly suspect fuel pump or control system for fuel or fuel line system. There have been previous recalls on some 2003 passat fuel system items including fuel pumps (potential to cause crash when fail) . Was told my passat was not part of the other 2003 passat fuel pump/system recall. However, are more fuel pump units bad that vw doesn't realize which could cause major accidents, head on collisions during passing. Filed this with vw customer care. Two weeks prior brake lights did not work and was nearly rear ended. Vw dealer replaced defective brake switch which initially wasn't on the recall list but was recently added. Two near major accidents in two weeks due to equipment failures.