Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the door latch (one problem).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Volkswagen Passat

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
9
Door Latch problems
1
Hood Latch problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2006 Volkswagen Passat

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

Check engine (mil) light turned on, car all of a sudden idles at a higher rpm while we were driving!!! vehicle was taken into the dealership. Car is only under warranty for 36,000 miles or 3 years! dealership ran diagnostic, came up with: code p0123 (throttle high input), p0299 (turbo under   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

Trunk has difficulty closing. Seat belt don't work properly. Airbag light along with the motor light turn on. These lights were never really fixed by the car dealer. The passenger back door does not lock most of the time leaving the car without the alarm working.   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that the steering column locks up on her vehicle and prevents it from being driven. She attempted to start the engine and an indicator illuminated, which stated that the steering column was locked.   Read details...


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