Battery Problems of Volkswagen Passat

2007 Volkswagen Passat. Consumer writes in regards to loss of motive power while the vehicle is in motion.

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The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure was experienced several times and the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The dealer performed a diagnostic which located the failure at the battery. The dealer replaced the battery, fuel pump and the fuel pump control module but the failure was not corrected. The vehicle continued to stall sporadically. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 61,000. Updated 07/11/lj.

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While driving my 2005 vw Passat station wagon for about 10 minutes, the check engine light flashed. As I was pulling to the side of the road, the battery light came on. I turned the car off and immediately noticed white smoke coming from the hood of the engine, as well as a brown burn circle. I got myself and my daughter out of the vehicle, and called 911. Within 2-3 minutes, the entire engine was engulfed in flames. The firemen informed me that they believe it started with/near the battery. It was considered an electrical fire. The car had not been acting up, nor had the check engine light been coming on in recent weeks or months. The car is a complete loss. The vw Passat was only 6 yrs old, with less than 70,000 miles on it. Regular tune-ups and maintenance was performed on this vehicle. It was shocking how quickly it went up in flames.

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Fire in rubber boot housing between left rear door and car frame. Preceding events, left rear door speaker was not functioning, left rear window functioned sometimes. Door was closed after returning home and parking garage. Arcing was heard and smoke came from door. Owner removed many fuses from drivers side fuse panel and then removed connections to main battery. Door panel cover was removed and boot removed to find housing on 5 of the 8 wires burnt and most of the wire burnt through the wire. Pictures are available.

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Pollen filter and/ or sunroof drains become blocked and water leaks behind battery and into cabin of car. The water then pools under and behind the drivers seat where the convenience module is stored. I am concerned because it caused my car to be unable to start because it is affecting the electrical components of the car. In addition, the pooling under the drivers seat is troubling since it is a hub for interior electrical equipment. The convenience module in my car now has to be replaced.

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The contact owns a 2000 Volkswagen Passat. The contact experienced issues with the electrical system. The alarm in her vehicle would go off unexpectedly. She had to unplug the battery in order to shut off the alarm. In addition, the contact could not control the locking and unlocking of the doors or the windows going up and down. The only window she could control was the driver's side window. There was also approximately four inches of water under the driver's seat. She believed that it was collective rain water that did not drain, but rather escaped into the vehicle. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the repairs would cost over $4,000. The manufacturer called the dealer and asked them why it would cost so much for the repairs. The contact's case was filed by the manufacturer. She also took the vehicle to an outside mechanic and they stated that the issues were common among Volkswagen owners. The current mileage was approximately 103,000 and failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

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Over time leaves collected in the battery compartment of my '99 Volkswagen Passat wagon. This led to rain water leaking into the passenger compartment and corroding the ecu under the driver's seat. The alarm and locks started working on their own, sometimes in the middle of the night, and the vehicle would no longer start. The initial reaction from Volkswagen was to "cheaply fix" and the sell the car as soon as possible because it would have lifelong problems without a "proper fix" which would cost more than the car was worth (~$6-$8k).

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Over time leaves collected in the battery compartment of my '99 Volkswagen Passat. This led to rain water leaking into the passenger compartment and corroding the ecu under the driver's seat. The alarm and locks started working on their own and the vehicle would no longer start. The initial reaction from Volkswagen was to "cheaply fix" and the sell the car as soon as possible because it would have lifelong problems without a "proper fix" which would cost more than the car was worth (~$6-$8k).

I own a 1999 vw Passat v6. It currently has approx 67,975 miles. From the first year of purchase to this current date, I've experienced the sunroof opening on it's own during winter months. This sunroof has a manual dial control, and therefore it mystifies me that this can occur. My rate of speed has no impact on the occurance, since I could be merely travelling at 45 50 mph when it happens. I've reported this issue to the dealer,but of course if the problem is not replicated when they test drive the car, it is considered non-existent (in their opinion). I am tired of the multiple premature complaints on this vehicle and at this point, I'm considering another vehicle. This is what my time line looks like: 48,824 miles replaced all upper links replace v belt 49,576 miles replaced water pump and battery 53,629 miles replaced cv boot joints and both front axels 57,512 miles replaced upper links again 61,972 miles, being told that all gasket seals have to be replaced. I'm currently driving with the folling conditions: no heat at my feet if my heat setting is for both body and feet. My key keeps coming apart and getting stuck in the ignition. My sunroof opens on its own when it's cold outside. My left rear passenger door lock wouldn't lock when I lock the car. The trunk light comes on when it feels like. I have to fill up on coolant every 700 miles or so.

I own a 2000 v6 Passat, which I have serviced regularly at a vw dealership. On March 25, 2005, the dealership performed a 60k mile maintenance check on my Passat. This service included a check of my original vw battery. The battery readouts indicated that the battery was fine. On may 13, 2005 (mileage 61336), my battery completely exploded like a bomb when I went to restart my car after refueling at a petrol station. I contacted vw USA and they not only did not care about the situation but did not see that any resulting damage should be covered by them. Ultimately, I paid for the new battery, my insurance carrier covered windshield replacement and my vw dealership covered the remaining damage to the vehicle. My dealership informed me that I was the 2nd customer to experience this problem at their dealership.

While driving at 65 mph vehicle shook and lost power. Then stalled in the middle of the highway with little room to reach the shoulder. Twice vehicle staaled on the highway. On two other occasions consumer could not start the vehicle. Dealer examined the vehicle, and replaced the engine coil and the battery.

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Fax from congressman on behalf of constituent regarding a safety problem with her vw Passat. Immediately after the consumer purchased the vehicle, the air bag light illuminated. The consumer took the vehicle back to the dealership. She was told the problem had been fixed, however the air bag light continued to illuminated on a regular basis. The consumer has been to the dealer 8-10 times for the same problem. The battery was replaced. Updated 09/18/07.

Upon replacement of the battery the radio locks down to prevent theft. Lock out reset code fails and stereo can not be reset for use.

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning, acid start leaking from the battery. Dealership is aware of the problem. The invoice stated that the battery was leaking acid down on to the power steering rack causing the boot to split, throwing fluid out of the rack. Also the dip stick plastic was broken.

When the key is inserted into the ignition and turned, the engine does not start, which also caused other componets to become inoperative, consumer had the ignition lock assembly replaced. After the replacement, consumer was still experiencing difficulties in starting the vehicle. The mechanic stated that the ignition lock assembly was faulty, also the battery was eplaced.

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While driving 60mph vehicle suddenly died for no reason. This caused a traffic hazard. Had no warning. Towed to dealer. Informed by mechanic the problem was alternator. The battery was also deffective. Both alternator & battery needed replacing. Was given no reason concerning alternator.

Vehicle caught on fire while parked in the driveway. The fire department indicated that the fire started on the right side of the engine. The fire may have been caused by the battery. The vehicle was totaled.