Two problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 2000 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Volkswagen Passat based on all problems reported for the 2000 Passat.
The contact owns a 2000 Volkswagen Passat. While driving 60 mph the vehicle hesitated and there was a loss of power. He noticed smoke coming from the hood. Approximately five minutes later he noticed fire in the engine compartment. The dealer has not been inspected the vehicle to determine the cause of the fire. There is a defect investigation open for the ignition switch (NHTSA action # pe07024). The fire destroyed the vehicle. There is a police report available. The failure and current mileages were 80,000.
While driving the malfunction light came on and stayed on. In the owner manual it states when this light comes on don't drive vehicle. Consumer took vehicle to the dealership to have service. The dealership indicated theirs a problem with the ignition switch coil, and it needs to be replace. This is a common problem per dealership. Ts.