Brake Light Problems of Volkswagen Passat

Tl-the contact owns a 2016 vw Passat. The contact stated that the brake lights were too dim for people following behind the vehicle on sunny days. Any driver of the vehicle continues to get stopped by following motorists to warn about the issue. The dealer bergstrom Volkswagen of appleton 3019 n victory ln #102, appleton, WI 54913 (800) 398-6846 said they found no issues and everything was to specs. The manufacturer stated there were no recalls on the vehicle and referred the contact to NHTSA to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 800.

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I am having issues with my 2012 wv Passat. The bulbs seem to be blowing out this is the third time bulbs have been replaced on my auto. In September 2014 (frist) it was the right side , then after a while on 3/23/15 the left side and the brake lights this time. . When there was a recall for the front hood problems which effected the front lights. . Jan 2014. . There was a time 2014 when the low beams and turning lights were not working for a at lease three hours. . Then they went on. .

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2004 Volkswagen Passat. Consumer writes in regards to class action settlement against Volkswagen, stating a series of issues such as oil sludge, engine malfunction issues, anti-freeze and coolant issues and ignition coil issues with Volkswagens the consumer stated she learned there was a specific type of coolant that only be used for her model vehicle. She stated each summer she drove around with 2 containers of anti-freeze because the vehicle would consume so much anti-freeze. Also, the brake light bulbs were replaced.

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The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that the brake lights illuminated when the vehicle was turned off. She removed all of the fuses, but the brake lights still illuminated. She feels that the failure will drain the battery. The current and failure mileages were 46,000.

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The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that the brake lights would constantly shine on and off at random. The light would illuminate while driving and would dim when the brakes were applied. The contact discovered recall number 07v063000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that his vehicle was not included in the recall. The contact stated that his vehicle is experiencing the same failure as noted in the recall. The failure speed was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 67,085. Updated 02/01/08. Updated 02/01/08.

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The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. After parking the vehicle, the contact noticed that the brake lights were illuminated. The lights failed to dim. The dealer stated that her VIN was not included in NHTSA recall # 07v063000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The current and failure mileages were 35,000.

Beep sound abs and brake lights came on intermittently for a few seconds, and then went off.

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My 2003 vw Passat 4-door sedan has experienced multiple occurrences where the brake lights continue to remain on while driving and even after the engine is shut off. This happened again today and I noticed this time that the emergency engine light came on while driving earlier in the day - this is also another issue that also comes on/off for no reason. I've reported the warning light a couple of times as well to the vw service and they don't know why that happens either. The warning light will at least shut off when the car is turned off, unlike my brake lights. Since today is Saturday, leaving my brake lights on until the service department reopens on a Monday is probably going to run my battery dead. With that concern in mind, I immediately called the vw roadside assistance hotline, 800-822-8987, to see if they had any repair instructions I can look into and the operator said she was unable to find any documentation. She advised that vw roadside can come tow my vehicle to a dealership (that won't reopen until Monday) or they can come to jump-start my car (which can take up to 45-60 min. After dispatch). This seems a terribly long time to wait & a huge inconvenience esp. Since it also took 30 min. Just to reach the live operator in the first place. I love driving my Passat; I bought it brand new direct from the dealership in 2003. Car safety is very important to me which is why I'm adamant about following service guidelines and bring my car in for regular maintenance & oil changes. I only bring it into a vw dealership service, never a local garage mechanic. Can NHTSA please look into both issues: 1. Sporadic check engine light warning while driving 2. Brake lights remaining on while driving and after the car is shut off. I am very concerned as both are major causes for safety concern, in addition to further expensive repairs which may be defects that the manufacturer should cover instead. Thanks.

My 2003 Volkswagen Passat wagon glx had a brake light problem identical to that found on the new (Feb 07) vw recall for several other models. However, the Passat was not on the recall list. The brake lights would remain on at random times and without warning, over several months. Nhtsa and vw should strongly consider recalling the Passat along with the other vw models because the Passat has the same safety concerns. I traded my car in but offer this info to help other vw owners.

The contact owns a 2003 Volkswagen Passat. While driving 65 mph or attempting to stop, the vehicle loses power and shuts off without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times and the speed sensor was replaced. However, the vehicle continues to shut off. The contact stated that the brake lights also malfunction and the electrical switch was replaced. The vehicle is currently at the dealer and they are unable to determine the cause of failure. The vehicle's warranty has been charged for each replacement. The current mileage was 57,006 and failure mileage was 47,000.

The 2000 Volkswagen Passat is designed so that the owner/operator cannot change the tail light bulbs. It must be taken to a mechanic. To quote from the operator's manual: it is becoming more and more difficult to replace vehicle light bulbs since in many cases, other parts of the car must first be removed before you are able to get to the bulb. . . . . . For your safety, we recommend that you have your authorized Volkswagen dealer replace any bulbs since your dealer has necessary tools, the correct bulbs, and the expertise. Suppose I am on a long drive over the weekend, miles from home, and the tail lights burn out. I cannot replace them, even if I have the correct bulbs, consequently I would have to drive home without tail lights or brake lights. That is a safety hazard.

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1. New 2004 Volkswagen Passat, v6 sedan. Returned car several times under warranty for many types of repairs. Volkswagen unable to repair car. Both the dealer and Volkswagen of America were made aware of the problems. 2. Several failures including but not limited excessive oil consumption, loss of power and acceleration, transmission problems, failure to start, malfunction indicator lamp constantly on, braking problems, climate control problems, and several electrical problems including failed brake lights. 3. Several attempts by Volkswagen has failed to fix the problems. They are unwilling to resolve the problems adequately.

Brake lights have failed twice.

Abs warning light coming on. Brake light coming on. Pressure light coming on and chimes occur.

In six months my brake lights have stopped working twice they had to replace the brke light swith on it.

Failure of all brake lights.

1998 vw Passat wagon 2 wheel drive 4 cyl. 1. 8 l engine. Manual transmission VIN: wvwna63b4we329363 things broken on this vw. Blinking abs light on dash indicating abs malfunction. It intermittently goes off once or twice a year for a couple of minutes, indicating function properly. Temp. Gauge on dash reads no temperature or 0. It intermittently comes back on and functions properly. I need to pull sending unit wire and clean connector. Driver's auto door lock button malfunctions. Window switches on drivers door doesn't work well. Stereo plays cd without pushing the button. (goes on buy its self) left rear passenger door does not open from inside. . Moon roof malfunctions. Maybe won't close after opening. Brake light's don't light up right away when you step on the brakes. Outside door locks stick. When it rains, water gets into the lock and make's it difficult to turn the key inside the lock. Plastic dip stick guide is prone to crumbling due to heat. (this is the orange piece of plastic that extends the length of the dipstick tube. Antenna got screwed up in rain and wind. Dec. -05.

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Rear lights simultaneously go out, they include tail/brake/ reverse, and stop lights. The cause of the failure is undetermined, although the vehicle has been serviced 9 times for this problem.

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