Volkswagen Passat owners have reported 3 problems related to axle shaft (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Volkswagen Passat based on all problems reported for the Passat.
Car has had tie rods replaced under a recall ,both c. V. Joints replaced plus a wheel bearing fixed which I had to pay for. Don 't understand why these problems have came up so early in car service life.
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Vehicle had a recall on bearings wich would cause alignment problems. Also,would cause tire problems. Has not contacted dealer yet.
At approx. 30,000 miles, right front wheel bearing began to intermitently emit a dry, droning, whining sound. Sound became louder and more regular over the next several months. At 37,000 miles, took vehicle to dealer for diagnosis. Was informed that the right front wheel bearing was worn out. Dealer refused to repair at their expense. I don't feel that a wheel bearing should fail after just 37,000 miles. The other three wheel bearings seem to be fine. It seems to me that if just one of four bearings fails, it is reasonable to assume that bearing is deffective. I don't feel that I should be responsible for the cost of the repair.
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