Two problems related to power train have been reported for the 2004 Volkswagen Passat. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Volkswagen Passat based on all problems reported for the 2004 Passat.
I own 2004 Passat and recently have had transmission problems. My biggest concern is that on freeway transmission became unresponsive,and almost got me wiped out by two trailer truck going about 60! I was told to repair it would be 1200. 00 to 3000. 00 dollars. But for Volkswagen to know of problem and refuse to fix is outrageous and you people need to do something before injury;s or more happen! is there someone I can contact to get help,I cannot afford that,and vw need's to repair if they are kowledgable about it!!.
Sporadically the rear windows would not respond to the window up/down switch, then later without touching the switch the windows would open or close. The dealer found a cheap plastic cotter pin type instrument causing the problem. I have not had the chance to check out the repair since the dealer has my car going on 3 weeks for two other issues (transmission surge and engine light/p0101) for which they are having problems diagnosing the problem.