Fuel Pump problems of the 2003 Volkswagen Passat - part 1

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, it would stall. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 06v017000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Fuel pump failed while I was driving on the freeway. It was highly dangerous and my car had to be towed. I go to the dealer and find out that there was a fuel pump for certain 2003 vw Passats but my VIN number for my car did not fall under the category for the recall and therefore vw had refused to reimburse me for fixing the fuel pump. My dealer had told me that their were similar customer complaints for all vw 2003 but unfortunately my car didn't fall under the right VIN.

I was driving my vw Passat 1. 8l turbo stationwagon at a speed of 40 miles per hour and the car suddenly stalled without any warning. My four month old baby was in the back in his carseat and had I been in a different setting we both could have been injured or killed. This was the first time it had occurred and once I took it to the mechanic the car started and drove fine and they could not duplicate the problem. They informed me that it was likely a parts recall issue: recall: 07v375000: fuel pump replacement. I contacted vw America, inc. And was informed that while in fact there was such a recall for 2003 Passats, my VIN number was not covered in the recall and thus there was nothing they could/would do to help me despite the fact that the problem appears to be the very one indicated in the recall notice. This is very frustrating and scary.

Fuel pump failure on 2003 vw Passat. Driving on interstate and lost power and was lucky to be able to coast to the side of the road. Vw has a recall on this part but they claim my vehicle (NHTSA 06v01700 and 07v375000) is not in the VIN range covered. I feel my fuel pump should have been covered in the recall as it is a defective unit and not safe.

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that the fuel pump failed in his vehicle. The vehicle stuttered while driving 60 mph, stalled, and then completely lost power. The vehicle restarted for a few seconds, but then lost power again when he attempted to accelerate. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed of NHTSA campaign id number 07v375000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). Two different dealers stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer agreed with the dealers. The current mileage was 76,455 and failure mileage was approximately 76,440.

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. While driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was towed to an auto repair shop and the mechanic stated that the fuel pump failed. He called the local dealer to inquire about relevant recalls and was informed that there were none. Through research, the contact found NHTSA campaign id number 07v375000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump), but was informed that his VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer stated that they could not offer any assistance; therefore, the contact would have to pay for the repairs. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was approximately 46,100 and failure mileage was approximately 46,000.

2003 volkwagen Passat wagon w8 (4motion/all-wheel drive) fuel tank leak at/or near rollover valve at fuel tank. Fuel tank has no apparent damage or abrasions and fuel tank heat shield is original undamaged condition, vehicle has no damage or crash history. Vehicle is equipped with w-8 4. 0 l w/ automatic transmission and has 62,215 miles. After refill of fuel ,strong odor of gasoline and/or vapor. Inspection found fuel tank leaking from rollover valve and from fuel pump cover in top of tank. Immediate action was taken and vehicle was delivered to dealer for remedy.

2003 Volkswagen Passat fire the consumer stated while driving a light blinked on the dashboard. According to the owner's manual, it was a light for the catalytic converter. When the consumer arrived to the dealer, the light went out, and they could not find a problem. The light returned shortly thereafter and stayed on. The dealer repaired the light. The ball joints failed, but they were not covered under warranty. Soon, the light illuminated on the dashboard again, that was supposed to have been fixed by the dealer earlier in the year. The consumer continued driving, when suddenly another motorist informed her the vehicle was on fire. The fire department stated the fire was caused by the catalytic converter. The consumer's insurance agent contacted her and advised her Volkswagen was covering all the cost related to the incident, because the fire was a result of a recall that had not been taken care of by the authorized dealer from where the vehicle was purchased.

I have had the 2003 Passat glx for less than 2 weeks, I have only put 307 miles on it. Today while on the interstate, the car quit pulling. It was not getting any gas. Then it died completely and would not start. It turns over but won't start. Was on the side of the interstate for nearly an hour waiting for a tow truck. Was told that it is the fuel pump.

Car stalled several times and eventually would not start. Had it towed to nearest auto repair shop, cost $45. After diagnostic testing they stated there was nothing wrong with it and it started right up, costing another $110 for this information. A few days later car stalled and would not start. Towed once again to vw dealership, cost $155. They discovered it was the fuel pump and replaced it free of charge and also check all other recalls. We received the recall letter the day after the no start. I am asking to be reimbursed for both tows and the diagnostic testing as all cost incurred were due to this recall.

Fuel pump failure while driving on the freeway the car quite running. 1. 8 liter turbo in o3 vw Passat. Dealer calls and tells us our VIN number is not part of the recall. To call vw of north America and they should cover it. I talk to a women tell her the same thing as above and she ask me to hold while she submits the claim. She comes back on the line after 45 seconds or so and says that they won't cover it. The VIN number is not part of the recall. I ask to speak to a supervisor. I am told there is no one else I can speak to and this is the finally decision of vw of north America. This is not the first failure for this car. Temperature sensor replaced, brake module replaced twice, the heater core replace, the trip tronic shift replaced, instrument panel replaced, the engine flushed for sludge. Cv boots replaced. They're cracked again after 3 months.

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle vibrated and shut off without warning. In addition, the accelerator pedal extended to the floorboard when it was depressed. As of November 26, 2007, the dealer had not inspected or repaired the vehicle. There is a recall for the fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (NHTSA campaign id number 07v375000). The current and failure mileages were 81,716.

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. While driving 10 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the stalling continued and the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was towed to the repair shop and the mechanic stated that the fuel pump failed and was not distributing the fuel. The fuel pump was replaced in 2005 under warranty. The current and failure mileages were 101,300. Updated 01-15-08. Updated.

My car experienced a fuel pump failure as described in a recall notice found on the NHTSA web site. The VIN number of my vehicle was in the range of recalled vehicles. When I contacted the manufacturer (vw) they informed me that my car was not affected by the recall. Well, the car sure was affected by the defect!.

Vehicle would not start on Aug. 26. Starter cranked but engine failed to turn over and start. Dealer diagnosed as fuel pump failure. Vehicle has approximately 88,000 miles. We were informed manufacturer vw has recalled fuel pumps for this make and model year (2003) but not this particular VIN. We also understand vw originally limited recall to an even smaller batch of vins. We believe the fuel pump defect is more extensive than vw is willing to acknowledge. The repair is currently not under warranty and will cost our family approximately $655 to repair, plus towing and car rental costs. We are lucky the failure occurred during a cold start and not on the road, where we could have been stranded in a desert, a storm, or the middle of an intersection with oncoming traffic. This is a major safety concern. After dealer claimed to have fixed problem on Aug. 29,2007, we took the vehicle home and it again failed to start, or even crank. Dealer has towed it back and is reviewing. Updated 01-15-08. The consumer stated the second failure was diagnosed as a failed battery. Updated.

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance when the dealer noticed a failed exterior brake light switch. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in recall number 07v063000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The contact felt that the recall should be expanded to include his vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 72,000. Updated 02-01-08 the consumer stated this is the 3rd recall the vehicle was not included in due to the VIN number. The consumer stated the fuel pump problem the company fixed because they could not dispute it. Updated 02/01/08.

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle came to a complete stop. The dealer stated that the fuel pump malfunctioned and they will not repair the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 74,000.

While driving 2003 vw Passat the engine stalled out (no fuel) causing near accident by passing vehicles. Drifted to side of road. After 100 mile tow to vincent Volkswagen dealer in rochester, they found no problem. Car did run two days. The same stall-out occurred three days later. Another tow to a dealer (schmitts garage) to attempt to repair. Not sure what the problem is but strongly suspect fuel pump or control system for fuel or fuel line system. There have been previous recalls on some 2003 Passat fuel system items including fuel pumps (potential to cause crash when fail) . Was told my Passat was not part of the other 2003 Passat fuel pump/system recall. However, are more fuel pump units bad that vw doesn't realize which could cause major accidents, head on collisions during passing. Filed this with vw customer care. Two weeks prior brake lights did not work and was nearly rear ended. Vw dealer replaced defective brake switch which initially wasn't on the recall list but was recently added. Two near major accidents in two weeks due to equipment failures.

While driving my 2003 vw Passat down the highway at 35 miles per hour, the engine simply ceased operating. Fortunately, I was able to get out of traffic and glide into a shopping center parking lot. The vehicle would not restart and had to be towed, and the fuel pump replaced. The Passat had only 51,764 miles when this breakdown occurred. While searching through the internet, I have seen numerous complaints of this same make model and year vehicle with a fuel pump failure. Vw has only recalled certain VIN numbers for this fuel pump. My Passat does not fall within the recall vins and vw refuses to acknowledge a global problem with these fuel pumps.

I was driving east on atlantic avenue in delray beach, FL. , I made a left turn onto n. E. 4th avenue and within a few yards the car stalled in the middle of the street. Fortunately I was not too far from the fountain square parking lot so I pushed the car into the parking lot to prevent an accident.

2003 Passat faulty fuel pump. Car experienced total loss of power that could potentially lead to an accident. Despite vw issuing a recall to remedy this problem on certain 2003 Passats, they refused to pay for this repair (replacement of fuel pump - parts and labor).

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. While driving 5 mph, the vehicle lost power and completely shut off. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who determined the cause of failure was the fuel pump. The contact conducted research on his vehicle and found that there were recalls on the fuel pump for the 2003 Volkswagen Passat. He notified the manufacturer who stated that the recalls applied to vehicle's made between September 2002 through March 2003. The contact's vehicle was made in April, therefore excluding it from the recall. He believes that his vehicle is included in the recall. The current mileage is 52,000 and failure mileage was 52,00 updated 02-01-08.

While driving 60 mph on highway, car stalled and would not restart. Dealership replaced fuel pump to remedy failure. Old part is available.

Vehicle stalled at very busy intersection and would not start. Had to be pushed to the side of road through traffic and towed to dealership. Fuel pump was found to have failed and needed to be replaced at a total cost of over $900. 00 with cost of rental vehicle.

I had taken my car to the dealer to replace a fuel pump. When the car was returned to me there was a hole burned into the driver side seat. The rep at the dealer said the seat warmer in the driver side seat had burned completely through the seat. He had seen it happen before. But my seat warmer was not on at the time. I don't need to use it in southern California weather. The problem will need to be fixed but the manufacturer should be made to cover the cost.

2003 vw Passat with fuel pump replacement. Consumer would like reimbursement for the cost of the rental vehicle, while his vehicle was having the fuel pump replaced. In the beginning, Volkswagen told the consumer his vehicle was not included in the recall and the fuel pump was not defective. After the fuel pump failed and the consumer paid for the repairs, Volkswagen extended the recall which included the consumers vehicle identification number.

Fuel pump failed at 75k miles. My VIN is within the recall range for 06v017000 but I was refused recall service as vw claims my vehicle is not affected. I contacted vw when the recall was announced and was informed of this fact. The vw dealer replaced the fuel pump but informed me again that the replacement was not covered. As a fuel pump should last much longer than 75k miles, I feel that my vehicle was misidentified and should be covered.

- the contact stated that his 2003 Volkswagen Passat glx, fuel pump failed on 02/23/07. He stated that while driving vehicle at a speed of 45 mph on clear day in the center lane the vehicle lost power. He stated that the vehicle stopped in the middle of the expressway and couldn't ge the vehicle to start back up. He and other witness help push vehicle up the hill to the side of the road. The contact had the vehicle towed to the Volkswagen dealership. The contact stated that the dealership informed him that the fuel pump had failed and needed to have fuel pump replaced. The contact found a recall for the same year, make and model with campaign# 06v017000 for the fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump. The contact stated that he checked with the dealership and they informed him that the VIN did not fall under the recall. The contact stated the service manager did inform him that they will cover the cost of the parts, but he would be responsible for the cost of labor $200. 00, and a diagnostic cost of about $150. 00. The contact stated that he had informed the dealership that he would like to keep the fuel pump that will be removed from the vehicle.

- the contact stated that a 2003 Volkswagen Passat stalled while driving at approximately 30 mph. There were no warning indicators. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to a repair shop. The repair shop diagnosed the vehicle as having a bad fuel pump and replaced the part. The repair shop advised the contact there was a recent recall on fuel pump. The contact called the dealer and was told this vehicle was not a part of the recall due to the VIN. Updated 2/22/2007-.

Car quits suddenly while driving; won't re-start. Was towed to dealer; replaced fuel pump.

2003 Volkswagen Passat 1. 8l fuel pump died without warning during rush hour in a very busy part of town. It caused a huge traffic jam, and I had the car towed to my house by aaa. I had my mechanic check it out and her verified that the fuel pump had died. The car has only 55k miles on it, which is very premature for a fuel pump failure. This is a recall item on 2003 Passats built up until 3/03. My car was built on 4/03 and Volkswagen refuses to cover the repair, nor fix it under warranty because my car is over the warranty mileage.

: the contact stated while driving 5 mph, the vehicle made a clanging noise while pulling into a garage. When the brake was depressed, the pedal went all the way to the floor, and did not engage completely. There was no indication of a problem prior to the incident. A private repair shop was consulted, and determined the rear brakes needed to be replaced. The brake pads were replaced, the tires were rotated, and the oil was changed. During the subsequent test drive, the vehicle stalled completely while traveling 25 mph. A service dealer was consulted by the private repair shop, and determined that the fuel pump had failed. The fuel pump was replaced. There was a NHTSA recall # 06v017000 which pertained to the fuel pump. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

: the contact stated there was a recall notice received in March 2006. There were no problems with the vehicle before the recall notices was received; however the contact inquired six times as to when the part would be in and the dealership could not offer an estimate. The NHTSA recall was # 06v017000 regarding the fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump. The parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available at the local dealership. The manufacturer confirmed the parts were not available.

: the contact stated while traveling 65 mph, the vehicle would not accelerate. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and then towed to an independent repair shop. The repair shop determined the fuel pump needed to be replaced. There was a NHTSA recall, # 06v017000, regarding the fuel pump. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. 08/29/06 vehicle was in left lane of 4 lane interstate when failure occurred. Driver had to move across all the lanes to safety.

Fuel pump faliiure on 2003 vw Passat car stalled on I-95 in the middle of highway traffic family was stranded on I-95 at 1:00am.