This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
Concerns regarding engine failure on the Passat station wagon.** answer required*** the vehicle was in motion when the engine stopped and did not restart. The problem was due to fuel pump failure. The consumer would like to be informed of the number of these failures that have occurred while under warranty.
While cruising on a California highway at 65 mph, the vehicle just died; no lights come on, no drivaility problem or noise before the incident. The vehicle could not be restarted. The fuel tank was about half-full. The dealer work order indicated that the fuel pump was replaced.
1. complained to dealership more than once that vehicle stalled, ran rough. Dealer could not find problem, unresolved. 2. engine stopped, died, quit running while vehicle in motion. The only reason I was able to safely pull to the side of the road is the vehicle has a manual transmission, I disengaged the drivetrain, and was able to pull off the road without power. 3. vehicle towed to dealership, determined fuel pump failed. Replaced fuel pump, do not have old part.
While driving at low speeds, the vehicle stalled. The dealership informed the consumer that the problem pertained to the engine cylinder. The vehicle stalled at the stop sign 3-4 times. The ignition coil was replaced but the vehicle stalled the next day. The vehicle was towed and the ec module/fuel pump relay was replaced.
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- Corvallis, OR, USA