Table 1 shows eight common suspension related problems of the 2000 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension upper ball joint (five problems).
The control arms in my 2000 vw Passat need to be replaced. I believe that this is a design defect. Control arms should not fail after only 116,000 miles. Read details...
Upper control arm bushings (4 upper control arms, 2 per side) are torn and suspension has play coupled with loose steering resulting in noise. Read details...
Catastrophic failure of front end parts (tie-rods, upper links) when car had 59,000 miles on it. Read details...