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Volkswagen Passat 1997 Safety Reports and Reviews
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Reviews
Volkswagen Passat 1997 Fuel System, GasolineVolkswagen Passat 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #520819 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 1997.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . diesel fumes in passenger compartment..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in STAFFORD, VA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Structure BodyVolkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body Review #816594 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 1997.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . when going over bumps there is a loud cracking noise coming from the rear driver's side, it sounds as though metal is cracking very loud. dealership stated that this was due to body: wheel well cracks. the vehicle is at dealership for prolbem. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in CARROL STREAM, IL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Controls/wiringVOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 1997.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING . rear window defroster power button spontaneously failed, and currently works only when held in the on position. this is a fafety issue when driving, as one hand is required to hold the button on until defroster clears, taking concentration and coordination off driving. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in HELENA, MT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Steering Wheel And Handle BarVolkswagen Passat 1997 Steering Wheel And Handle Bar Review #823442 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 25, 1997.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR . while driving about 10 mph and when trying to turn steering wheel, it locked up. rack and pinion and some other parts were replaced before, but problem still exists. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NEWINGTON, CT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Steering Rack And PinionVolkswagen Passat 1997 Steering Rack And Pinion Review #823442 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 25, 1997.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STEERING:RACK AND PINION . while driving about 10 mph and when trying to turn steering wheel, it locked up. rack and pinion and some other parts were replaced before, but problem still exists. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NEWINGTON, CT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body DoorVolkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body Door Review #542357 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 1998.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . door handle has failed several times..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, UN. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #542357 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 1998.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . window regulator failed two times..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, UN. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System FanVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan Review #542357 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 1998.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN . cooling fan control module failed..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in UNKNOWN, UN. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TiresVolkswagen Passat 1997 Tires Review #541406 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with TIRES . original tires on vehicle goodyear eagle ga m+ s size 215-50r15 have a failed resulting in flat tires..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORTH CANT, OH. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc PadsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads Review #604554 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS . brake shoes make noise..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in MANHASSET, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Manual TransmissionVolkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #702634 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 17, 1996.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . when the gear lever is put in the reverse gear gate the gearbox may be in either reverse or first gear. the driver does not know which gear the car is actually in until the clutch is released. obviously, this makes parking a needlessly dangerous exercise. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NWEBURY PARK, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #704779 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 20, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . engine intermittent stalling. occurs during acceleration & steady speed. hot or cold. no identifiable pattern. if car dies, it will start right up (most times it just surges & does not actually die). the surging motion can last between 15 & 45 secs. has occured 4 previous times (thats prompted this complaint). previous occurrences: 8/19/97 8,658 mi; 6/19/98 18,413 mi; 7/31/98 19,841 mi; 9/14/98 21,402. completely frustrated and concerned dealer will bill me when i take the car in the 5th time to repair something that should have been fixed a year and a half ago. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #706346 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . headlights on all the time are a safety hazard, not a safety solution! this is your fault, not the car manufacturers. the number of people who drive around for a while with only their headlights on, not realizing they have failed to turn on the full lights system is infinitely greater than those who are saved from anything by having the stupid headlights-always-on feature. there is absolutely no proof that the headlights staying on ever prevented anything except long bulb life. it is undeniable that the headlights fail sooner because of it. and most severely that many many people will drive around with no tail lights for a while until they realize they haven't turned the full light system on. note that this will most often occur just after dusk when they are pulling out onto the highway. wonderful time not to have any tail lights on !!! in dusk lighting they are more likely than any other time not to notice the dash lights aren't on yet which is the only clue they failed to turn on the rest of the lights. "the highlights are perfectly fine" is the mental message. you have done a major disservice to highway safety by forcing the headlights-on feature. it is in fact an obvious hazard ! i have inadvertantly driven a while without full lights because of this dumb feature more than once, and it doesn't take genius to know that anyone with a newer vehicle saddled with this numb nut feature has done the same thing. admit you screwed up and repeal the feature ! if you weren't so blasted bent on protecting us from ourselves you wouldn't be inventing these stupid messes. there needs to be a recall (the largest in history) to reverse the hazardous feature! *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in PATUXENT RIVER, MD. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #844086 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Apr 12, 1997.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . vehicle has a hesitation problem at slow or high speeds. when driving at any speed, the vehicle stalls and the vehicle loses power. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in MEMPHIS, TN. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #609439 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . power window..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in BURBANK, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #849599 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . all 4 door handles will quit working intermittenly , consumer then will not be able to open door or unlock door. dealer has replaced all 4 handles, but defect keeps occurring. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in GLENDALE, AZ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #715689 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . the door locks and latches intermittently have failed to secure the doors from opening,.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in PALOS PARK, IL. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Unknown Or OtherVolkswagen Passat 1997 Unknown Or Other Review #718010 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on .VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . since purchased engine burns 1/2-1 qt of oil every 1000 miles. no safety defect listed in vehicle. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NEW HYDE PARK, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #857020 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 1998.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . due to poorly designed door latches on front driver's side/passenger's side, and rear driver's side, doors do not open from the outside. dealer said vehicle needed new doors in order to fix the latch problem. *ak *ml.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in TROY, OH. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #723084 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 1998.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . door latchs that failed would not be replaced by manufactuer do to the milage on the car. what my door handles have to do with the milage i don't know!!!. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in LEE, MA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #869601 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 31, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . ignition switch wore out prematurely. while driving headlights and other electrical portions had turned off, affecting consumer visibility while driving late at night. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DALY CITY, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit BreakersVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers Review #869601 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 31, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS . ignition switch wore out prematurely. while driving headlights and other electrical portions had turned off, affecting consumer visibility while driving late at night. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DALY CITY, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Manual TransmissionVolkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #739617 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 17, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . the vehicle in question has a manual transmission with a lock-out for selecting reverse gear. on occasion and unexpectingly when the transmission is shifted into reverse the the transmission remains in forward first gear. this happens even though the shift lever is distinctly in reverse position and the back-up lights are on. it is extreemly dangerous. the dealer has replaced and adjusted the shift mechinism many times. the vehicle now has 69,000 miles on it, and the problem is still occuring.*ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WOODSTOCK, CT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #745640 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 19, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . while traveling on interstate 95 in the passing lane at 70 mph, the car engine suddenly died and would not restart for 30 seconds, necessitating quick manuevering to the break down lane to avoid an accident.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SHELTON, CT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #746330 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Oct 02, 2000.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . no summary listed for above vehicle. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in BALTO, MD. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic AntilockVolkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #890675 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 17, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . while traveling at approximately 40 mph consumer attempted to apply brakes to stop for a red light, brake pedal failed to move, causing vehicle to travel into intersection. dealership examined vehicle, and determined that vacuum line coming off of booster in the braking system ruptured, and needed to be replaced. *ak consumer also states that vehicle cuts off due to the fuel supply relay being defective.*jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Vacuum Hoses, Lines/piping, And FittingsVOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 17, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS . while traveling at approximately 40 mph consumer attempted to apply brakes to stop for a red light, brake pedal failed to move, causing vehicle to travel into intersection. dealership examined vehicle, and determined that vacuum line coming off of booster in the braking system ruptured, and needed to be replaced. *ak consumer also states that vehicle cuts off due to the fuel supply relay being defective.*jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Vacuum Review #890675 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 17, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM . while traveling at approximately 40 mph consumer attempted to apply brakes to stop for a red light, brake pedal failed to move, causing vehicle to travel into intersection. dealership examined vehicle, and determined that vacuum line coming off of booster in the braking system ruptured, and needed to be replaced. *ak consumer also states that vehicle cuts off due to the fuel supply relay being defective.*jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Automatic TransmissionVolkswagen Passat 1997 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #748771 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 04, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . no summary listed for above vehicle. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in BOTHELL, WA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Air BagsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Air Bags Review #750374 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with AIR BAGS . started with airbag light turning on. a week or so later the parking brake and abs lights turned on but only for the first few miles of driving. while these were on, the ac fan, wipers, and headlights do not operate. these lights now stay on most of the time..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ISSAQUAH, WA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Parking Brake ConventionalVolkswagen Passat 1997 Parking Brake Conventional Review #750374 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL . started with airbag light turning on. a week or so later the parking brake and abs lights turned on but only for the first few miles of driving. while these were on, the ac fan, wipers, and headlights do not operate. these lights now stay on most of the time..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ISSAQUAH, WA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic AntilockVolkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #750374 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . started with airbag light turning on. a week or so later the parking brake and abs lights turned on but only for the first few miles of driving. while these were on, the ac fan, wipers, and headlights do not operate. these lights now stay on most of the time..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ISSAQUAH, WA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System FanVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Fan Review #750374 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN . started with airbag light turning on. a week or so later the parking brake and abs lights turned on but only for the first few miles of driving. while these were on, the ac fan, wipers, and headlights do not operate. these lights now stay on most of the time..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ISSAQUAH, WA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit BreakersVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Fuses And Circuit Breakers Review #750374 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS . started with airbag light turning on. a week or so later the parking brake and abs lights turned on but only for the first few miles of driving. while these were on, the ac fan, wipers, and headlights do not operate. these lights now stay on most of the time..Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ISSAQUAH, WA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TiresVolkswagen Passat 1997 Tires Review #785540 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with TIRES . at the time of purchase the consumers were concerned with the fact that the tires looked dry rot and there was evidence of cracking rubber, one month later all four tires failed during highway driving, there were no injuries, the car was totalled and there was damage to the guard rail that was hit when the car lost control as a result of the flat tires, neither passenger or driver air bags deployed when the vehiclw hit the guard rail (goodyear eagle ga 215 50r15). nlm.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, MA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Air BagsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Air Bags Review #785540 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with AIR BAGS . at the time of purchase the consumers were concerned with the fact that the tires looked dry rot and there was evidence of cracking rubber, one month later all four tires failed during highway driving, there were no injuries, the car was totalled and there was damage to the guard rail that was hit when the car lost control as a result of the flat tires, neither passenger or driver air bags deployed when the vehiclw hit the guard rail (goodyear eagle ga 215 50r15). nlm.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, MA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TiresVolkswagen Passat 1997 Tires Review #785540 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with TIRES . at the time of purchase the consumers were concerned with the fact that the tires looked dry rot and there was evidence of cracking rubber, one month later all four tires failed during highway driving, there were no injuries, the car was totalled and there was damage to the guard rail that was hit when the car lost control as a result of the flat tires, neither passenger or driver air bags deployed when the vehiclw hit the guard rail (goodyear eagle ga 215 50r15). nlm.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, MA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Air BagsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Air Bags Review #785540 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with AIR BAGS . at the time of purchase the consumers were concerned with the fact that the tires looked dry rot and there was evidence of cracking rubber, one month later all four tires failed during highway driving, there were no injuries, the car was totalled and there was damage to the guard rail that was hit when the car lost control as a result of the flat tires, neither passenger or driver air bags deployed when the vehiclw hit the guard rail (goodyear eagle ga 215 50r15). nlm.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, MA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #785480 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 1999.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . consumer states the pivot and plunger pivot point of the door locks have failed numerous times.*jb.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in TEMPLE CITY, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body DoorVolkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body Door Review #753223 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 16, 2001.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . rt front passsenger door does not close securely. i will be bringing the car into the dealer for the 3rd time to look into the problem. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ALEXANDRIA, VA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power AssistVolkswagen Passat 1997 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Review #759759 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 24, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST . second time this has happened. last report to nhtsa was 6/17/01 jb. no safety defect listed. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Alternator/generator/regulatorVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Alternator/generator/regulator Review #762092 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR . 1996 volkswagen passat with 40,000 exspeienced sudden alternator failure. new battery previously installed. no explanation regarding failure. replacement cost exceeded $700.*ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NEEDHAM, MA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #8017243 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . 3 door latches do not work properly, and currently are completely inoperative. have to pull with extreme force in order to open doors. *ak *yh.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ASHBURN, VA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #767947 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . the engine cuts out without warning while i am driving. i have not bee rear ended but i'm afraid that i might be. when the engine dies i pull to the side of the road with any remaining power. after 30 seconds to 1 minute i'm able to restart the engine and proceed. i have had the vechicle towed 2 times to the volkswagen audi dealership here in las vegas. the first time the dealer did recall work on the engine, changed the timing belts and air filter. the second time the dealer blamed the problem on a faulty ignition switch. after picking up the car my husband and i have still experienced the engine cutting out. this is a potentially dangerous problem especially in las vegas where the traffic is intense. i have read online at a tdi forum that other owners of this car have experienced this problem and that it may be due to a faulty relay in the fuse box. mr.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #767947 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . the engine cuts out without warning while i am driving. i have not bee rear ended but i'm afraid that i might be. when the engine dies i pull to the side of the road with any remaining power. after 30 seconds to 1 minute i'm able to restart the engine and proceed. i have had the vechicle towed 2 times to the volkswagen audi dealership here in las vegas. the first time the dealer did recall work on the engine, changed the timing belts and air filter. the second time the dealer blamed the problem on a faulty ignition switch. after picking up the car my husband and i have still experienced the engine cutting out. this is a potentially dangerous problem especially in las vegas where the traffic is intense. i have read online at a tdi forum that other owners of this car have experienced this problem and that it may be due to a faulty relay in the fuse box. mr.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #8021547 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . consumer states vehicle would intermittenly not start. dlr determined the ignition switch is defective. ts.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body DoorVolkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body Door Review #769467 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . outside door handles of both front doors do not work. rear door handles must be pulled hard to work. driver's door handle works only if windows are lowered significantly, but not all the way. during this car entry process, i also discovered that right rear window will go back up when i turn the headlights on. driver's door handle pin was reinstalled by dealer 4/18/2002, but it failed again 2 months later. passenger door handle failed on 10/31/2002. it does not respond to the lowered windows. dt.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in GASTONIA, NC. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #10019185 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 20, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . lights, wipers and heater fan lose power while driving. the ignition switch was replaced by the dealer at the owner's expense, fixing the problem. the ignition switch part number as listed on the invoice (6no-905-865) is similar, if not identical, to part number 357-905-865 that fails in the 1996 vw passat & jetta, a vehicle subject to a recall campaign for the same symptoms.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42003 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFE83A6VE. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SAN RAFAEL, CA. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Unknown Or OtherVolkswagen Passat 1997 Unknown Or Other Review #10036807 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . on august 16, 2003, we were driving on the new jersey parkway in our 1997 volkswagen passat station wagon when the clutch pedal broke. after having it towed to our mechanic, he confirmed that the clutch was fine but that the pedal had broken, a failure he had never seen before..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFE83A9VE. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SUMMIT, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 28, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DOUGLAS MOTORS CORP. . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 908-277-3300 . DEALER'S CITY: SUMMIT . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07901 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater CoreVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10042179 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Oct 02, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . while driving at any speed and without prior warning chemical fumes are coming through the vents. dealer stated heater core failed. *ak.Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OGUNQUIT, ME. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #10049671 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 09, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . 1997 vw passat tdi: rr door lock cannot be opened from inside. problem developed over period of time, safety hazard because a passenger would be unable to escape. lf door and rf door developing difficult opening. door can be opened from outside with difficulty. lf door will open only by power.*ak.Mileage was 96000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 10, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: CARTER VW . DEALER'S CITY: SEATTLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Sun Roof AssemblyVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Sun Roof Assembly Review #10060591 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY . sunroof suddenly and loudly exploded outwards from cabin after about 10 minutes of driving with heat on high/medium high at approx 65 mph. sliding sunroof partition was open. only a few pieces of glass fell into cabin, but entire sunroof was shattered into thousands of uniform pieces, expanding outward from cabin and remaining in a slightly outwards expanded shape. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80418 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A3VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in BOULDER, CO. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 16, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SKYLINE MITSUBISHI . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 303-465-5512 . DEALER'S CITY: THORNTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 80234 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling SystemVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Review #10062066 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . my girlfriends 1997 vw passat has a plastic coolant housing which failed. when failure occurs catastrophic lost of all coolant occurs in seconds when cruising at highway speeds. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A1VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in BUCKEYSTOWN, MD. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 StructureVolkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Review #10065656 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Apr 03, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE . on top of all the chronic design and other failures that have been endured, add the following : drivers outside rear view mirror - lens falls off on own accord. also, although not immediately safety related - passenger side visor plastic holes broke out so screws will not hold visor in place. *la.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in THREE OAKS, MI. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MVP . DEALER'S CITY: MERRIVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices ExteriorVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Rearview Mirrors/devices Exterior Review #10065656 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Apr 03, 2002.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR . on top of all the chronic design and other failures that have been endured, add the following : drivers outside rear view mirror - lens falls off on own accord. also, although not immediately safety related - passenger side visor plastic holes broke out so screws will not hold visor in place. *la.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 110000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in THREE OAKS, MI. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MVP . DEALER'S CITY: MERRIVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Equipment ElectricalVolkswagen Passat 1997 Equipment Electrical Review #10069159 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL . stalling without reason. dealer cannot find the problem.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A8V8. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WYCKOFF, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Fuel System, GasolineVolkswagen Passat 1997 Fuel System, Gasoline Review #10069159 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . stalling without reason. dealer cannot find the problem.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A8V8. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WYCKOFF, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 StructureVolkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Review #10069159 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with STRUCTURE . stalling without reason. dealer cannot find the problem.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A8V8. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WYCKOFF, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine CoolingVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10069159 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . stalling without reason. dealer cannot find the problem.Mileage was 0 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A8V8. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WYCKOFF, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Unknown Or OtherVolkswagen Passat 1997 Unknown Or Other Review #10070187 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . seat belts never raval all the way (minor issue), air conditioner gets cold only for about a minute (once again minor), and now it misfires on cylinders 5 and 6. i have replaced both o2 sensors, the coil pack (3 times), ignition wires (twice), spark plugs (twice in 4,000 miles), and the ecu. still misfires after 3 shops and the dealer having it twice for about 2 weeks straight (ken garff orem vw/audi dealership). they told me "there is nothing we can do", vw america said "there is nothing we can do, those dealerships are independent from us". the dealer the first time i brought it in, broke some engine coverings, that i had to complain about to have them decide to replace. the next round i got the car back and the hood was poped a little bit but closed (i live 2 miles from the dealer). so i decided to take a look and not to my suprise, they left a few engine components unbolted and sitting in the engine compartment. they also left their tools and the bolts in small casim parts of the sheet metal. the wire harness was looked at and they convieniently left the wires cut but not all the way through. vw america all through this said only that i can complain and that they will "note this in my record, but thats all we can do." they haven't even offered to help me find a new dealer or tell me a typical way to fix a misfire..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OREM, UT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Seat BeltsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Seat Belts Review #10070187 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with SEAT BELTS . seat belts never raval all the way (minor issue), air conditioner gets cold only for about a minute (once again minor), and now it misfires on cylinders 5 and 6. i have replaced both o2 sensors, the coil pack (3 times), ignition wires (twice), spark plugs (twice in 4,000 miles), and the ecu. still misfires after 3 shops and the dealer having it twice for about 2 weeks straight (ken garff orem vw/audi dealership). they told me "there is nothing we can do", vw america said "there is nothing we can do, those dealerships are independent from us". the dealer the first time i brought it in, broke some engine coverings, that i had to complain about to have them decide to replace. the next round i got the car back and the hood was poped a little bit but closed (i live 2 miles from the dealer). so i decided to take a look and not to my suprise, they left a few engine components unbolted and sitting in the engine compartment. they also left their tools and the bolts in small casim parts of the sheet metal. the wire harness was looked at and they convieniently left the wires cut but not all the way through. vw america all through this said only that i can complain and that they will "note this in my record, but thats all we can do." they haven't even offered to help me find a new dealer or tell me a typical way to fix a misfire..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OREM, UT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine CoolingVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10070187 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . seat belts never raval all the way (minor issue), air conditioner gets cold only for about a minute (once again minor), and now it misfires on cylinders 5 and 6. i have replaced both o2 sensors, the coil pack (3 times), ignition wires (twice), spark plugs (twice in 4,000 miles), and the ecu. still misfires after 3 shops and the dealer having it twice for about 2 weeks straight (ken garff orem vw/audi dealership). they told me "there is nothing we can do", vw america said "there is nothing we can do, those dealerships are independent from us". the dealer the first time i brought it in, broke some engine coverings, that i had to complain about to have them decide to replace. the next round i got the car back and the hood was poped a little bit but closed (i live 2 miles from the dealer). so i decided to take a look and not to my suprise, they left a few engine components unbolted and sitting in the engine compartment. they also left their tools and the bolts in small casim parts of the sheet metal. the wire harness was looked at and they convieniently left the wires cut but not all the way through. vw america all through this said only that i can complain and that they will "note this in my record, but thats all we can do." they haven't even offered to help me find a new dealer or tell me a typical way to fix a misfire..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OREM, UT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Equipment ElectricalVolkswagen Passat 1997 Equipment Electrical Review #10070187 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL . seat belts never raval all the way (minor issue), air conditioner gets cold only for about a minute (once again minor), and now it misfires on cylinders 5 and 6. i have replaced both o2 sensors, the coil pack (3 times), ignition wires (twice), spark plugs (twice in 4,000 miles), and the ecu. still misfires after 3 shops and the dealer having it twice for about 2 weeks straight (ken garff orem vw/audi dealership). they told me "there is nothing we can do", vw america said "there is nothing we can do, those dealerships are independent from us". the dealer the first time i brought it in, broke some engine coverings, that i had to complain about to have them decide to replace. the next round i got the car back and the hood was poped a little bit but closed (i live 2 miles from the dealer). so i decided to take a look and not to my suprise, they left a few engine components unbolted and sitting in the engine compartment. they also left their tools and the bolts in small casim parts of the sheet metal. the wire harness was looked at and they convieniently left the wires cut but not all the way through. vw america all through this said only that i can complain and that they will "note this in my record, but thats all we can do." they haven't even offered to help me find a new dealer or tell me a typical way to fix a misfire..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OREM, UT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine CoolingVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10070187 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . seat belts never raval all the way (minor issue), air conditioner gets cold only for about a minute (once again minor), and now it misfires on cylinders 5 and 6. i have replaced both o2 sensors, the coil pack (3 times), ignition wires (twice), spark plugs (twice in 4,000 miles), and the ecu. still misfires after 3 shops and the dealer having it twice for about 2 weeks straight (ken garff orem vw/audi dealership). they told me "there is nothing we can do", vw america said "there is nothing we can do, those dealerships are independent from us". the dealer the first time i brought it in, broke some engine coverings, that i had to complain about to have them decide to replace. the next round i got the car back and the hood was poped a little bit but closed (i live 2 miles from the dealer). so i decided to take a look and not to my suprise, they left a few engine components unbolted and sitting in the engine compartment. they also left their tools and the bolts in small casim parts of the sheet metal. the wire harness was looked at and they convieniently left the wires cut but not all the way through. vw america all through this said only that i can complain and that they will "note this in my record, but thats all we can do." they haven't even offered to help me find a new dealer or tell me a typical way to fix a misfire..Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OREM, UT. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10070948 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . heater core failed spontaneously, causing massive amounts of sweet smelling white/grey smoke and hot mist to fill the passenger compartment, causing a total visual obstruction to the driver and choking/coughing of a 5 year old passenger. the driver, my daughter, manager to pull safely off the busy road (us rt 1), but she and her child were very shaken by the event. the failure of the heater core could have caused a fatality! i have reported the incident to vw of america. i expected to hear back today from the vw dealership, but did not. i requested that they pay in entirety for the repair. the service manager was resistant, as there has been no recall on this model vw, although there have been on many others. the car has been a lemon, very expensive to maintain. it was a model built either in brazil or mexico. after the warranty expired with the dealer, we took the vehicle to a certified vw mechanic who was meticulous about maintaining the vehicle mechanically--we have detailed computerized documentation. nevertheless, there has been an ongoing problem with the doors and locks, either the doors not staying securely latched during driving, problems with the power windows, and now the doors may be locked from the outside only--not when one is driving and wishes security. i did not report this to vw. i will be delighted if they come through for me on the heater core. one thing at a time. .Mileage was 158000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A6VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OGUNQUIT, ME. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #10070948 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . heater core failed spontaneously, causing massive amounts of sweet smelling white/grey smoke and hot mist to fill the passenger compartment, causing a total visual obstruction to the driver and choking/coughing of a 5 year old passenger. the driver, my daughter, manager to pull safely off the busy road (us rt 1), but she and her child were very shaken by the event. the failure of the heater core could have caused a fatality! i have reported the incident to vw of america. i expected to hear back today from the vw dealership, but did not. i requested that they pay in entirety for the repair. the service manager was resistant, as there has been no recall on this model vw, although there have been on many others. the car has been a lemon, very expensive to maintain. it was a model built either in brazil or mexico. after the warranty expired with the dealer, we took the vehicle to a certified vw mechanic who was meticulous about maintaining the vehicle mechanically--we have detailed computerized documentation. nevertheless, there has been an ongoing problem with the doors and locks, either the doors not staying securely latched during driving, problems with the power windows, and now the doors may be locked from the outside only--not when one is driving and wishes security. i did not report this to vw. i will be delighted if they come through for me on the heater core. one thing at a time. .Mileage was 158000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A6VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OGUNQUIT, ME. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #10073359 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . the windshield wipers, air conditioner and headlights stopped working. the consumer staed the ignition switch needs replacing. *jb.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83AXVB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SALEM, FL. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 02, 2003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Rear Window Wiper/washerVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Rear Window Wiper/washer Review #10072811 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 07, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER . numerous ocassions my passat will "shut down" while driving. lose all power, a/c, headlights, windshield wipers, and numerous other power related items. this has happened while driving on the interstate and luckily i was able to pull over before being hit, or hitting someone.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in CARY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Equipment Air ConditionerVolkswagen Passat 1997 Equipment Air Conditioner Review #10072811 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 07, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER . numerous ocassions my passat will "shut down" while driving. lose all power, a/c, headlights, windshield wipers, and numerous other power related items. this has happened while driving on the interstate and luckily i was able to pull over before being hit, or hitting someone.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in CARY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Starter AssemblyVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Starter Assembly Review #10072811 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 07, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY . numerous ocassions my passat will "shut down" while driving. lose all power, a/c, headlights, windshield wipers, and numerous other power related items. this has happened while driving on the interstate and luckily i was able to pull over before being hit, or hitting someone.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in CARY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #10072811 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 07, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . numerous ocassions my passat will "shut down" while driving. lose all power, a/c, headlights, windshield wipers, and numerous other power related items. this has happened while driving on the interstate and luckily i was able to pull over before being hit, or hitting someone.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 80000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in CARY, NC. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 13, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling SystemVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Review #10086508 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . i was driving my 1997 passat when it started to over heat. the temperature gage rose very quickly and i immediately took the next exit off of the freeway ( 1/8 of a mile in distance). when the temperature gage reached 240 degrees my red dashboard light started to flash. i decided that i needed to pull over immediately. within seconds, not minutes, i heard a loud pop sound, like an explosion. steam shot out at myself and my daughter inside the car and we were sprayed with boiling liquid on our feet and lower legs. visablility was almost zero from the spraying steam as i swerved into the nearest parking lot. i tried to come to a stop in the nearest parking space but i could no longer keep my foot on the brake pedal because my foot was being sprayed with boiling water. i threw the car into park and tried to grab the emergency brake, but we had already jumped the parking space curb and hit a large bush. the entire front inside of my car is damaged from water and coolant, and the front of my car on the outside has a dent and puncture in the bumper. the mechanic that came to my aid told me that the heater core had exploded. i don't know what would have happened if i had not noticed my car over heating, and i had still been on the busy freeway driving 55 mph when this explosion occured! repairs have not been made. the car is at a repair shop. i'm not sure what to do next..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83AXVB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in PLEASANT HILL, OR. Vehicle was purchased on June 29, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. DEALER'S NAME: COMBS CAR CORRAL . DEALER'S CITY: EUGENE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 97402 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Air BagsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Air Bags Review #10093585 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with AIR BAGS . i purchased a 1997 volkswagen passat vr6 at checkered flag bmw in june 2004, and since have discovered that the electrical system is horrible. first, the air conditioner( a/c) quit working, then the airbag light came on, and the ac started working for a day, then blew a chemical cloud into the vehicle, while i was on the highway. my eyes were burning (as well as my face) for the rest of the day. finally, i have already had to replace the battery, and there's a slow coolant leak. may i suggest that we remove all vw's from america's streets? they are a total menace to anyone who owns them! i went to checkered flag vw, to have it serviced, and they wanted to charge 89 dollars a problem, just to look, then they said i could trade it for a new one. why would i want a new one? i don't need to trade an old problem for a new, more expensive one, i just want a reliable work vehicle, and i wish i had stuck to my guns and bought another prelude. this thing will see the crusher when i'm done paying it off! four problems in not so many months. only another vw owner would know that kind of frustration!*ak.Mileage was 100000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, VA. Vehicle was purchased on June 24, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CHECKERED FLAG BMW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 757-490-1111 . DEALER'S CITY: VIRGINIA BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23462 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling SystemVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Review #10093585 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . i purchased a 1997 volkswagen passat vr6 at checkered flag bmw in june 2004, and since have discovered that the electrical system is horrible. first, the air conditioner( a/c) quit working, then the airbag light came on, and the ac started working for a day, then blew a chemical cloud into the vehicle, while i was on the highway. my eyes were burning (as well as my face) for the rest of the day. finally, i have already had to replace the battery, and there's a slow coolant leak. may i suggest that we remove all vw's from america's streets? they are a total menace to anyone who owns them! i went to checkered flag vw, to have it serviced, and they wanted to charge 89 dollars a problem, just to look, then they said i could trade it for a new one. why would i want a new one? i don't need to trade an old problem for a new, more expensive one, i just want a reliable work vehicle, and i wish i had stuck to my guns and bought another prelude. this thing will see the crusher when i'm done paying it off! four problems in not so many months. only another vw owner would know that kind of frustration!*ak.Mileage was 100000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, VA. Vehicle was purchased on June 24, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CHECKERED FLAG BMW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 757-490-1111 . DEALER'S CITY: VIRGINIA BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23462 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Wiring Front UnderhoodVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Wiring Front Underhood Review #10093585 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD . i purchased a 1997 volkswagen passat vr6 at checkered flag bmw in june 2004, and since have discovered that the electrical system is horrible. first, the air conditioner( a/c) quit working, then the airbag light came on, and the ac started working for a day, then blew a chemical cloud into the vehicle, while i was on the highway. my eyes were burning (as well as my face) for the rest of the day. finally, i have already had to replace the battery, and there's a slow coolant leak. may i suggest that we remove all vw's from america's streets? they are a total menace to anyone who owns them! i went to checkered flag vw, to have it serviced, and they wanted to charge 89 dollars a problem, just to look, then they said i could trade it for a new one. why would i want a new one? i don't need to trade an old problem for a new, more expensive one, i just want a reliable work vehicle, and i wish i had stuck to my guns and bought another prelude. this thing will see the crusher when i'm done paying it off! four problems in not so many months. only another vw owner would know that kind of frustration!*ak.Mileage was 100000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, VA. Vehicle was purchased on June 24, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CHECKERED FLAG BMW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 757-490-1111 . DEALER'S CITY: VIRGINIA BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23462 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under DashVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash Review #10093585 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 15, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by Volkswagen of America, Inc. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH . i purchased a 1997 volkswagen passat vr6 at checkered flag bmw in june 2004, and since have discovered that the electrical system is horrible. first, the air conditioner( a/c) quit working, then the airbag light came on, and the ac started working for a day, then blew a chemical cloud into the vehicle, while i was on the highway. my eyes were burning (as well as my face) for the rest of the day. finally, i have already had to replace the battery, and there's a slow coolant leak. may i suggest that we remove all vw's from america's streets? they are a total menace to anyone who owns them! i went to checkered flag vw, to have it serviced, and they wanted to charge 89 dollars a problem, just to look, then they said i could trade it for a new one. why would i want a new one? i don't need to trade an old problem for a new, more expensive one, i just want a reliable work vehicle, and i wish i had stuck to my guns and bought another prelude. this thing will see the crusher when i'm done paying it off! four problems in not so many months. only another vw owner would know that kind of frustration!*ak.Mileage was 100000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, VA. Vehicle was purchased on June 24, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CHECKERED FLAG BMW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 757-490-1111 . DEALER'S CITY: VIRGINIA BEACH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23462 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Rear Window Wiper/washerVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Rear Window Wiper/washer Review #10103703 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 03, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER . while driving at any speed at night in inclement conditions headlights and windshield wipers worked intermittently. consumer stated, if he moved the key back and forth in the ignition switch the headlights would come back on. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 97000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in MONROE, CT. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 10, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsVolkswagen Passat 1997 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10103703 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 03, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . while driving at any speed at night in inclement conditions headlights and windshield wipers worked intermittently. consumer stated, if he moved the key back and forth in the ignition switch the headlights would come back on. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 97000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in MONROE, CT. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 10, 2004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #10103729 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 13, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . consumer complained about ignition switch and headlights problems. while driving on a winding road the headlights just turned off, and consumer would have to wiggle the ignition to get the lights to turn back on. currently, manufacturer was recalling vehicles with this defect. however, because this vehicle had an excess of 125,000 miles it was 25,000 miles past the cut off point. *ak also, headlights will sometimes go out while driving. dealer replaced ignition switch. consumer felt that this problem should be a definitive recall without mileage limitations. *ak .Mileage was 125000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A2VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in CARMEL, NY. Vehicle was purchased on May 17, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: NEWTON MOTOR SPORTS . DEALER'S CITY: NEWTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07860 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Exterior Lighting Headlights SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Exterior Lighting Headlights Switch Review #10103729 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 13, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH . consumer complained about ignition switch and headlights problems. while driving on a winding road the headlights just turned off, and consumer would have to wiggle the ignition to get the lights to turn back on. currently, manufacturer was recalling vehicles with this defect. however, because this vehicle had an excess of 125,000 miles it was 25,000 miles past the cut off point. *ak also, headlights will sometimes go out while driving. dealer replaced ignition switch. consumer felt that this problem should be a definitive recall without mileage limitations. *ak .Mileage was 125000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A2VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in CARMEL, NY. Vehicle was purchased on May 17, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: NEWTON MOTOR SPORTS . DEALER'S CITY: NEWTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07860 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #10103731 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 13, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . consumer complained about door locks and latches. the door locks and latches froze in cold weather. consumer had to tie a belt from the door to driver's leg to keep the door from opening when driving the vehicle. consumer contacted the dealer and the manufacturer. the dealer lubricated the locks, and it helped for only two weeks and the problem recurred. manufacturer was no help. *ak.Mileage was 45000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WELLINGTON, OH. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Glass, Side/rearVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Glass, Side/rear Review #10114019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR . driver's power window regulator mechanism has repeated failures despite replacement/repair on six occasions. this is a serious safety hazard, since the window must be closed by grasping the glass and manipulating it which can result in fingers being trapped and broken. also, once this failure has happened, the window may drop down into the door unexpectedly at high speed causing driver distraction, or fail to open in an emergency precluding an escape path. this is compounded by faulty door latch mechanism actuators which preclude door opening from outside by rescue personnel. the failure is caused by a faulty roll pin slipping out of the door latch trigger mechanism causing failure of and binding of the linkage which causes the door lock actuating mechanism to fail, trapping passengers inside the vehicle. please note that per the ge information services, japan issued a recall for this problem.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A8VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DEXTER, MI. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HOWARD COOPER . DEALER'S CITY: ANN ARBOR . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #10114019 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2004.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . driver's power window regulator mechanism has repeated failures despite replacement/repair on six occasions. this is a serious safety hazard, since the window must be closed by grasping the glass and manipulating it which can result in fingers being trapped and broken. also, once this failure has happened, the window may drop down into the door unexpectedly at high speed causing driver distraction, or fail to open in an emergency precluding an escape path. this is compounded by faulty door latch mechanism actuators which preclude door opening from outside by rescue personnel. the failure is caused by a faulty roll pin slipping out of the door latch trigger mechanism causing failure of and binding of the linkage which causes the door lock actuating mechanism to fail, trapping passengers inside the vehicle. please note that per the ge information services, japan issued a recall for this problem.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A8VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DEXTER, MI. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HOWARD COOPER . DEALER'S CITY: ANN ARBOR . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MI. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater CoreVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10114241 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 27, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . heater core failure - heater core failed catastrophically, dumping hot coolant in the drivers side foot well, and obscuring visibility by rapidly steaming up all windows.*ak upon request, vwoa replaced the heater core and covered parts/labor 100% as a good will gesture. this should be a formal recall as the heater core in this vehicle is the same part (same part number, manufacturer, etc...) that was the subject of formal recalls in the late 1980's and early 1990's golf/jetta/corrado/passat chassis. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 262000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A3VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in PORTSMOUTH, NH. Vehicle was purchased on June 26, 1999. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10114422 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Mar 21, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . i haven't experience a failure yet, but i have a 1997 passat vr6 and it seems that many people with my model have experienced heater core failures, especially while driving. i'm filing this report as a preemptive mechanism.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 136000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in HARWICH, MA. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2000. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: TRACY VW . DEALER'S CITY: HYANNIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 02601 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #10119417 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 02, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . 1. ignition switch failed. 2. caused loss of electrical power and temporary engine failure. electrical system damage. 3. replaced electrical portion of ignition switch, headlight relay..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 295950 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWHG83A2VE. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SAN ANTONIO, TX. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 20, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Review #10135753 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2003.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 1997 vw passat tdi. the car had a "tv-12" recall, in which the ecm and intake manifold was replaced. within six (6) months, the ecm went out again, and vw "refuses" to live up to the warranty. 2) failure of this, does not diminish it's "crusing" capacity down the highway. however, there will be no power to pass safely, and much loss of power, when entering the 'exits'. consequently, a very possible situation results to have a terrible crash. vw knows about this, and only fixes it when "the customer complains". 3) the original intake was replaced, and ecm. however, vw will not put a 'new' ecm in, rather, they put in a "rebuilt" one. this is prone to human error, and that's why mine failed within five (5) to six (6) months. it 'goes out' constantly. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A7VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DURHAM, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 15, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SOUTHERN STATES VW . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 919-493-7411 . DEALER'S CITY: DURHAM . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27707 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Tires SidewallVolkswagen Passat 1997 Tires Sidewall Review #10135889 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 31, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with TIRES:SIDEWALL . dt: goodyear tires eagle gps , size 195/60/r14 experienced a large crack in the sidewall completely around left front tire rim. the consumer took the vehicle to a goodyear dealer, and they urged the consumer to take tire to sears because these tires came on a used vehicle, these were not part of the original equipment. the consumer went to sears, who replaced the left front tire free of charge because there were only 1,000 miles and hardly any wear on them. the other tires were also cracked. the service man at sears asked the consumer to return the next day and he would replace the other tires. but when consumer returned the next day a different person was working and said these were not sear's tires but samataea's club tires. the consumer was referred to samataea's club to replace all tires and return the previously replaced tire to sears. samataea's club would not honor the tire warranty because the consumer was not a member, and that was part of their policy. the consumer contacted goodyear, and they said it was up to samataea's club as to how those tires should be replaced. the tires have hardly any wear but continue to crack. currently on the sidewall the steel and tread is shows through . no one will replace these tires at this time. the consumer does plan to replace these tires, but feels he should not be responsible for the repair cost. *ak .Mileage was 113900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in HAGERSTOWN, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 1997. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: SPRINGFIELD VOLKSWAGEN . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: UNKNOWN . DEALER'S CITY: SRINGFILED . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body DoorVolkswagen Passat 1997 Structure Body Door Review #10134532 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . 1997 volkswagen passat developed problems with the door locks, and side door handle.*mr *nm .Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in PALM DESERT, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #10134532 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . 1997 volkswagen passat developed problems with the door locks, and side door handle.*mr *nm .Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in PALM DESERT, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater CoreVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10145447 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 14, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . heater core failure. initially i only smell the radiator fluid. then it quickly changes over to steam actually coming out of your vents. this causes your windows to fog up. radiator fluid came shooting out of the dash but on the passenger side. this probably would have scalded someone if they were sitting there. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 139000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A5VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in BALTIMORE, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 17, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under DashVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Wiring Interior/under Dash Review #10146075 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 24, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH . while en-route between dexter, michigan and grand rapids, michigan, cabin began to smell of smoke. shortly thereafter, the cigarette lighter caught fire. fire was extinguished with a halon extinguisher promptly. examination of the components post-fire revealed a defective center conductor. circuit was fused at 10 amps which was found to be blown, post fire. no injuries, no damage to personal goods, damage was confined to cigarette lighter assembly, which is poorly designed. *nm.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 215000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A8VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in DEXTER, MI. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 10, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater CoreVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10146117 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Dec 27, 2005.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . dt: the contact stated the heater core was leaking coolant onto the floor, not allowing the windshield to completely defrost. the vehicle has not been seen by a dealer and no repairs have been made. *ak updated 01/19/06. *jb.Mileage was 182000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFE83A3VE. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in MADISON, WI. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 11, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: BROWN DEER SALES . DEALER'S CITY: MILWAUKEE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WI. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10158355 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . hot coolant suddenly started coming out of the vents and caused all the windows to fog over. had to pull of freeway and get a tow. no indication of a problem prior to the failure. problem turns out to be a bad heater core. had heater core bypassed because of the cost of the repair. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 132000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A7VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in PALO ALTO, CA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 01, 1996. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition SwitchVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #10165563 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 13, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . ignition switch failure while vehicle operational. same condition was covered under recall on 1996 vw passat models, manufacturer is not offering coverage on same body style under 1997 and 1995 designation. impacted vehicle is a 1997 vw passat wagon. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFE83A9VE. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WORTHINGTON, OH. Vehicle was purchased on May 19, 2006. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Switch Review #10171239 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Oct 18, 2006.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH . various electronic components failed while driving--windshield wipers, lights, defrost motor--on a very dark, rainy morning, causing a dangerous situation and a near-accident. manufacturer previously warned of 'ignition switch failure', but would only repair after failure and before 10 yrs or 100,000 miles. my car has 100,600 miles. manufacturer refuses to bear the repair cost for this known defect that could have caused a serious accident. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A3VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in OSSINING, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 16, 1997. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater CoreVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10192704 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 04, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . heater core failed- clouding the window to a degree that we nearly had an accident before we could get the car pulled over..Mileage was 125952 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFE83A1VE. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in ELMWOOD PARK, IL. Vehicle was purchased on June 01, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Instrument PanelVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Instrument Panel Review #10203187 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . vehicle volkswagen 1997 passat glx - v6 engine. full instrument cluster - speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, digital clock... everything on it, does not operate when outside temperature is below 50 degrees. car must be driven for 10min., or about 8-12 miles, before instrument cluster returns to normal fuction. car is being driven without functioning speedometer, and it is difficult to estimate my speed and does not feel safe. there were no significant events leading up to the failure, except instrument cluster would make a buzzing noise when car started and trip mileage would reset. this started a few months before complete failure began. this problem gets worse as time passes, as the instrument cluster problem occurs in warmer weather now. problem used to occur when temperature was below 35 degrees. now happens at 50 degrees. *tr.Mileage was 86000 miles. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in EAGAN, MN. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SUBURBAN CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 952-944-2438 . DEALER'S CITY: EDEN PRAIRIE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55344 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater CoreVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10204707 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Aug 05, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . on sunday, august 5th, 2007, while driving the car with my 7 year old son in the back seat, dense, noxious 'steam'/smoke began to come out of all vents and around the dash area in my well-maintained volkswagen. hot coolant also leaked into the passenger compartment of my passat on the driver's side. note that this occurred while air conditioning (a/c) was on & continued to pour out of vents without a/c on. my 'low coolant' indicator light (red led in instrument cluster) also began flashing. fortunately, i was able to get the car (and my son) home without overheating after stopping on the side of a busy washington dc thoroughfare (wisconsin avenue), opening the fogged-up windows, cleaning the interior of the front windshield, and refilling the coolant reservoir/'overflow' tank with antifreeze purchased nearby. since the 'steam' smelled like coolant/antifreeze, i immediately suspected that this was due to a failure of my car's heater core. i subsequently confirmed this diagnosis after dropping off the passat at my long-time, certified, mechanic, beahm's auto service of silver spring maryland. beahm's diagnosed, but did not replace my heater core on tuesday, august 7th, 2007 (the heater core has been temporarily bypassed so that the car could be driven without additional coolant loss or of the car's windows/interior). my passat is otherwise in excellent, well-maintained condition with only 116,000 miles, no accidents, and it passed washington dc safety and emissions inspection in august, 2007. *tr.1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 115500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWFE83A3VE. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 14, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KOONS FORD . DEALER'S CITY: BAILEYS CROSSROADS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine CoolingVolkswagen Passat 1997 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10219330 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on Nov 06, 2007.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . tl*the contact owns a 1997 volkswagen passat. the contact has taken his vehicle to the garage and the dealer eight times. the engine head was replaced at 42,000 miles and the turbo charge is currently failing. the contact stated that the repairs cost more than the actual price of the vehicle. the dealer stated that the computer needed to be replaced in order to correct the turbo charge. the replacement would cost $1,000. the vin was verified, but appears to be invalid. the current mileage was 46,000 and failure mileage was 38,000. updated 03/18/08. *lj updated 03/18/08 *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 38000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG8383VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in BETHEL, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 01, 1996. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BERTOLET INC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 1-800-452-2202 . DEALER'S CITY: ORWIGSBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 17961 . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater CoreVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Defroster/defogger System Windshield Heater Core Review #10230298 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE . tl*the contact owns a 1997 volkswagen passat. while parking the vehicle, the contact heard an unfamiliar noise and the air conditioning began to blow hot air. he exited the vehicle and discovered water leaking from the undercarriage. he believes that the heater core may have failed. the current and failure mileages were 157,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 157000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A0VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in NORFOLK, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical SystemVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Review #10240603 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 21, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl*the contact owns a 1997 volkswagen passat. whenever the contact attempted to activate the windshield wipers or headlights, they failed to turn on. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. there were no warnings prior to the failures. the current mileage was 62,000 and failure mileage was 60,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A2VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in EL SOVRANTE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 VisibilityVolkswagen Passat 1997 Visibility Review #10240603 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on July 21, 2008.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with VISIBILITY . tl*the contact owns a 1997 volkswagen passat. whenever the contact attempted to activate the windshield wipers or headlights, they failed to turn on. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. there were no warnings prior to the failures. the current mileage was 62,000 and failure mileage was 60,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWEE83A2VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in EL SOVRANTE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System IgnitionVolkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Ignition Review #10457713 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2012.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . tl* the contact owns a 1997 volkswagen passat tdi. the contact stated that a fire erupted spontaneously inside the dashboard which caused all of the wires to melt and the windshield to fracture. the fire department was contacted who determined that the fire started in the area where the ignition was located. no injuries were reported. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 200,000. updated 6/12/12 *cn the consumer stated the fire occurred in the area of the ignition and locking components were service, replaced and removed 15 days before the fire. the fire dept determined the fire started in the ignition. .Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 200000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A9VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SAN LEANDRO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Volkswagen Passat 1997 Electrical System Review #10457713 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2012.VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1997, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl* the contact owns a 1997 volkswagen passat tdi. the contact stated that a fire erupted spontaneously inside the dashboard which caused all of the wires to melt and the windshield to fracture. the fire department was contacted who determined that the fire started in the area where the ignition was located. no injuries were reported. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 200,000. updated 6/12/12 *cn the consumer stated the fire occurred in the area of the ignition and locking components were service, replaced and removed 15 days before the fire. the fire dept determined the fire started in the ignition. .Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 200000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):WVWGG83A9VB. Volkswagen Passat 1997 problem was reported in SAN LEANDRO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volkswagen Passat 1997 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volkswagen Passat 1997 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . |
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