Table 1 shows three common other fuel system related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Passat.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Other Fuel System Fuel Gauge problems | |
| Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problems | |
| Other Fuel System problems |
Fuel gauge did not register the correct amount of fuel. This could cause the vehicle to run out of fuel. Fuel sending unit was replaced in April of 99 because of this problem. Volkswagen refused to address the current situation. The cause could be a loose wire according to the owner.
Cabin smells like fumes for starters an gas gauge is off car says it has quarter of a tank an than I run out of gas almost had a accident because of this ! also car has tons of electrical problems if it sits for more than three days battery dies but my main concern is my fuel gauge.
Driving back home from store and car just died out than smelt like gas.