I had the recall for the fuel pump repaired in august 2018 by the wilmington dealership. I don't believe it was either done right or however they did it did not fix the problem because in october 2018 my car is having the recall problem starting again which is causing gasoline to run out immediately and this time it's worse than before the fumes are now in the vehicle even when the car isn't on. I believe I should have this recall issue repaired again because it should not have only lasted 2 months and needing the fuel pump module to be replaced/repaired again but problem is worse the second time around. Acceleration and stalling is becoming more of an issue again
2008 Volkswagen Passat fuel system complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the fuel pump warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was serviced by an unknown dealer per the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the fuel pump warning indicator remained illuminated after the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that fuel was leaking onto the rear seats of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact scheduled an appointment for diagnostic testing and repairs at gebhardt volkswagen (2470 49th st, boulder, co 80301, (303) 444-1644). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer (bommarito cadillac inc., 4190 I-70 north outer road, st peters, missouri 63370) to be repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer stated that the fuel filter cap was fractured and needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 123,373.
Vehicle hesitates when turning corners
Engine seized while driving on roadway due to metal shavings from "cam follower" for high pressure fuel pump. A poor camshaft lobe design caused metal shavings from cam follower to gouge into camshaft journals guides of cylinder head. A known vw issue, yet they have not looked to help consumers. The fsi 2.0l engines are in millions of cars that still may be on the road today. Multiple vw and audi popular models.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power, but was able to restart after approximately twenty minutes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump malfunctioned. The dealer informed the contact of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline) and advised her to call the dealer. The contact called chapman volkswagen of northeast philadelphia at 866‑577‑2408 (located at 9371 roosevelt blvd, philadelphia, pa 19114) where a recall repair appointment was scheduled. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
On or around june 2017 vw service department replaced fuel pump and module/ o-ring due to fuel pump running with ignition off and module that goes to pump was very hot. Cost was $946.98. On or around october 2017 I received a recall notice for the fuel pump running continuously resulting in a drained battery. To date, this repair has not been released and it has almost been a year. I would like to be reimbursed for my repairs. My car was stationary when the issues was first noticed (drained battery repeatedly).
There is a recall involving my 2008 volkswagon passat sedan. The fuel pump recall. There isn't a remedy and I just feel very unsafe until something is fixed! I hope to hear back from somebody soon!
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline) and stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to perform the repair. The dealer (low country volkswagen, 1001 johnnie dodds boulevard, mt pleasant, south carolina 29464) confirmed that parts were not available to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was pushed to an independent mechanic auto shop and it was diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 18v148000 (air bags). The contact called ganley westside volkswagen at (440) 734-2000 (located at 25580 lorain rd, north olmsted, oh 44070) and was informed that the parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available and parts distribution disconnect.
The car has a strong gasoline smell both inside and out with no visible leaks. Mechanic performed a smoke test and found a hairline cracks in the top of the fuel pump thus allowing gasoline vapors to escape. Mechanic states he has seen this problem several times before in these volkswagens.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the vehicle was not operable after being started. The failure occurred without warning. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the contact was unable to get the recall remedy repaired for free because the dealer stated that the repair had not been finalized. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was towed to schumacher volkswagen of north palm beach (3720 northlake blvd, suite b, lake park, fl 33403) where the fuel pump was replaced. The manufacturer was notified and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The manufacturer provided case number: [xxx]. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Recall for the following: no part is available to fix this as of yet. The vehicle is 10 years old. I want to sell it. On certain vehicles, there could be an interruption in electrical power to the fuel pump control module. This could result in the fuel pump running continuously, resulting in a drained battery and/or a no start condition, or cause a loss of motive power while the vehicle is in motion, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Recall status recall incomplete. Remedy not yet available remedy replace the fuel pump control module and relocate it within the vehicle. Safety risk descrpition a loss of motive power while the vehicle is in motion could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (paul miller volkswagen, 118 morristown rd, bernardsville, nj 07924, 908‑766‑1600) and was informed that the remedy was not available. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted regarding part availability. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. Upon starting the vehicle, a fuel odor was detected inside the vehicle. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer and local volkswagen dealer were not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (heritage volkswagen in owings mills, maryland) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact did not call the local volkswagen dealer or the manufacturer because the recall notice stated that owners would receive a second notice when parts became available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
I'm concerned that there could be an interruption in electrical power to the fuel pump control module. This could result in the fuel pump running continuously, resulting in a drained battery and/or a no start condition, or cause a loss of motive power while the vehicle is in motion, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. In addition, the airbag recall is a great concern. I'm also concerned for any other recalls associated with my volkswagen. Now that takata has settled the lawsuit, I hope my concerned can be resolved expeditiously.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power while being driven approximately 50 MPH. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact was guaranteed compensation, but only if the mechanic used volkswagen manufactured parts. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced excessive electrical power consumption. The contact stated that the battery had to be replaced three times. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Recall #17v509 fuel pump control module 8/16/17 I had to have this repaired 1/6/18 as it was causing my car to shut off while driving and not start. The following was repaired fuel pump in tank with high pressure, module, washer, fuel pump control unit, fuel pump controller. The vehi
I was on the highway with my car in motion when my car began to sputter and stall forcing me to pull over and have my car towed home, where it only starts after turning over multiple times and will not shift gears properly due to an improper fuel pump not giving the engine enough fuel.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The vehicle experienced severe vibration and a lack of engine power while being operated at various speeds. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Volkswagen jackson (5320 interstate 55 north frontage rd, jackson, ms) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The failure mileage was approximately 150,871. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the oil pressure and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to findlay north volkswagen (7500 w azure dr, las vegas, nv 89130, (702) 982-4800) where the oil was changed; however, the failure recurred and the vehicle stalled. The check engine and oil pressure indicators illuminated again. The vehicle was taken back to findlay north volkswagen where no diagnostic failure codes were found and the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
The vw passat is under recall for the fuel pump module. They do not have a fix yet and this has been since august. I have been with a car that does not run. When this first started the dealership kept sending me away not knowing what the problem was, then we learned about this recall and it is exactly what is happening to our car. The car will not run for more than 5 min. It stalls out. The car will start okay and as soon as you begin to drive you cannot pump the gas the entire car turns off, this happened twice in the middle of the street trying to get to a mechanic. This part (fule pump module) causes our battery to drain which has also caused our alternator to go out. We have replaced the alternator but we put in a new battery and as soon as we did this the fuel pump module drained it again and it continues to stall every 5 min, at a point it will not even start. This has been since august and vw has told us they still do not have a repair and not eta (lady said it could be months to years!)
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen passat. The contact stated that the vehicle was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where they referred him to a dealer due to a recall. The vehicle was towed to schumacher volkswagen of north palm beach (3720 northlake blvd, suite b, lake park, fl) where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the contact covered the expense for the fuel pump. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that they could not assist with reimbursement due to a remedy not being made available. The contact was provided with case number: 171531952. The failure mileage was approximately 35,605. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
My car is exhibiting several of the symptoms listed with regards to the fuel pump recall. Vw has contacted me with no eta on when the issue can be resolved. Vehicle is exhibiting no crank (stationary) and has lost power (while driving) and the battery which was less than 3 years old had to recently be replaced.
Engine stalls sometimes while driving--just a momentary hickup
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