Headlights problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat

Three problems related to headlights have been reported for the 1999 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 05/09/2012

The contact owns a 1999 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph with the headlights in activation, the headlights suddenly became dim. The contact decelerated to 40 mph due to the distortion of his visibility. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that both plastic headlight lenses exhibited a brown film and oxidation. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. The VIN was unavailable.

2 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 08/06/2003

Numerous problems with 1999 Volkswagen Passat. When taken to the service dealer, the consumer claimed the car had problems with oil and coolant leaks. The problem was suppose to be fixed, however the dealer never gave the consumer a invoice because the work was never completed. While traveling, the oil light came on again. The consumer was unable to use the vehicle. Also the loss of fair market value. Consumer spent over a $1000. 00 in repairs. . The air condition did cool the vehicle properly, and there was also a valve cover leak, and a power steering fluid leak, the dealer stated the power steering hose was bad, the glove box failed to open, the driver side vanity mirror was broke and the head light bulb was replaced.

3 Headlights problem

I send an e-mail previously as I'm italian and I want to signal an illumination problem.


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