One problem related to transmission solenoid has been reported for the 2003 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Volkswagen Passat based on all problems reported for the 2003 Passat.
Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat . The contact stated while vehicle was in a stand still, the vehicle was not able to turn on . The contact stated check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated the plastic on vehicle was low quality on the interior and exterior of vehicle that may been the reason for failure. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing to be replaced timing chain actuator/solenoid. The contact stated a local dealer was contacted to know about open recall, stated no recall on vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately  180,000.