Table 1 shows four common structure related problems of the 2005 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the body (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the underbody shield (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Door problems |
Electronic control module, electronic body module starts going out, it will not let you open the doors from the outside without rolling the windows down and sometimes won't even let you open them with the inside door handles. Read details...
In 2007 I heard a noise from under my vehicle. It felt like something was loose and at times dragging the ground. I was advised by a CO-worker that it was probably the under cover and to get it taken care of as soon as possible. On October 27th 2007 I took my car to darcars Volkswagen. Read details...
Heat shield is held by plastic screws which easily become damaged, fall off, or are not replaced after service. Heat shield which protects the bottom side of the engine from rocks and other debris, came off on the interstate. The front of it was scraping the pavement. I had part replaced for $287. Read details...