Electrical System Related Problems of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat

Table 1 shows four common electrical system related problems of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the horn assembly (two problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Volkswagen Passat


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat

The Electrical System problem

As the trunk hatch opens and closes, the wiring to the hatch wears down, frays, and then shorts or breaks. This killed our rear view camera, which is a safety issue. This also can cut off light to the license plate.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

Brought the car for airbag sign-on on 07-14-2018. Peabody MA vw dealer said that clock spring need to be replaced for $731. Horn, button on the handle not functioning. It looks like vw trying Dodge the real issue on recall.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Fuel manifold under the back seat of the vehicle was cracked due to the wiring harness placement and pressure from occupants in the back seat caused the manifold to crack and spew fuel all over the electrical harness.   Read details...


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