Brake Foundation Components problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat

Two problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1999 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2000

Vehicle stalls intermittently at speeds of 25-65 mph. Vehicle taken to dealer 10-15 times, cannot find a cause. The mirror switch is inoperative due to window switch failure. The driver seat warmer was inoperative. Engine has a burning smell due to oil leak. Vehicle made noise in front end on left turns due to a stabilizer bar clamp being loose. Front brakes make noise. Steering makes noise and locked while driving. Steering column sliding cover cracked.

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 03/28/2000

The brakes squeak. Nlm.




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