Nine problems related to power assist brake vacuum have been reported for the 1999 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Recall 99v-131000 vw/ brake booster: received this manufacturer's recall. Notified dealer and manufacturer, and was informed to disregard notice because it did not exist. Asking NHTSA to look into this and explain if this mfr. Recall exists on my vehicle, or provide additional information.
Recall repairs denied due to lack of parts (99v-131 and 99v-248).
Recall repair can not be completed due to lack of parts. (99v-131).
Consumer denied recall repair (99v-131) due to lack of parts.
Oil line broke while driving. Also, abs/master cylinder malfunctioned, causing the entire abs system to be replaced. Vehicle was not braking properly when brakes were applied. In addition, had pads replaced twice/needed a new booster installed, and sun roof was replaced because it leaked and made a squealing noise.
51 hours after purchasing my new vw Passat GLS v6, the brake booster failed, causing violent shaking of the car, stiffening of the brake pedal impairing my braking ability and thick heavy smoke from under the hood. I was informed the next day by the deale.
Recall component on national backorder and can not be replaced, owner is experiencing intermittent failure. (99v-131).
Nhtsa recall no:99v131001 and manufacturer's recall no:uh concerning brake booster failure. No parts were available. Called several times other dealers, and no one has the part.
Consumer unable to have recall repair 99v-131 completed due to parts not being in stock.