Engine Engine Control Module (ecu/ecm) Problems of Volkswagen Passat

The contact owns a 2008 Volkswagen Passat. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 17v509000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving, the steering became difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that the rpm increased rapidly and the engine revved without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that she was able to maneuver the vehicle and turned the vehicle off. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle without a failure. The contact then stated that a week later while driving the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ecm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

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