Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (25 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission not go into gear (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Transmission Not Go Into Gear problems | |
| Transmission Gear Indicator problems | |
| Transmission Gear Slipping problems | |
| Clutch Broken problems |
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, there was an abnormal metallic sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, there was an odor of smoke and burnt rubber. The contact was able to pull over safely. Read details...
Car was set on cruise control and engine revved up , cruise control shut off and loss of power to the motor. Tried to reset cruise control to a lesser speed and would not set. Car felt like it would not shift gears (acted like it was a manual drive being wound to tight). Read details...
1/26/2018 - I was driving my 2013 vw Passat on the highway at a 60 mph speed, and it suddenly began forcing itself to stop, as if the transmission was going out. The car began slowing down jerking itself, and the cars behind me had to brake abruptly, almost hitting me. Read details...