Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 2001 Volkswagen Passat

Seven problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 2001 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Volkswagen Passat based on all problems reported for the 2001 Passat.

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/07/2008

I have had my 2001 vw Passat for 7 years now and have had it in the shop multiple issues including warped rotors (front and back), cracked chasse, electrical issues and various other problems. Before having this car, I had a Toyota for 8 years and in the 8 years I had the Toyota, I only had it in the shop for routine maintenance. This car is disappointing and everyone I talk to who has a similar model/year says the same thing. I think the 2001 vw Passat is a lemon.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/22/2005

1. Normal driving 2. Rear brake rotor warp and excessive pad wear 3. 3 seperate incedenses of rear brake repairs. (there have not been any on the front brakes to date) 4 rear rotors and 3 sets of pads in 52,000 miles. The service manager at the dealer insists this is the normal wear pattern for the vehicle, especially the inner pad on the drivers side rear. . Vw of America is backing the stance that the dealer is correct. This has created an unsafe braking condition because th the brake pedal oscillates during all braking.

3 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2002

The consumer stated that the vehicle would vibrate when the brakes are applied. The problem is the rotor needs to be changed. Dealer was notified. Mr the dealer stated that they won't fix the warped rotors because the rear brakes are down to 20%. Scc.

4 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/27/2002

The rear brake pads and rotors were replace at 25,000 miles and again at 50,000 miles. I feel that brake pads (especially rotors) should last more than every 25,000 miles. I'm approaching 75,000 miles and am anticipating whether or not I will be replacing pads and rotors once again!.

5 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2002

Brakes vibrate noticeably when slowing down or stopping at variable speeds. Dealer replaced rear brake discs under factory warranty.

6 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2002

Rotors wereoverheating and warping. Part replaced and problem reoccurred.

7 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 11/15/2001

There is vibration when braking. Dealer has replaced front rotors once due to warping.




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