Engine Turbo-charger Problems of Volkswagen Passat

The contact owns a 2005 vw Passat. While driving 30 mph, the low pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel; which instructed her to discontinue operation. It the contact chose to continue operating the vehicle engine failure could have occurred. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for inspection. A technician replaced the turbo along with the oil and pick-tube; to avoid oil from entering into the inner cooler. The current and failure mileages were 62,000. Updated 10/21/09 updated 10/20/jb.

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The contact owns a 2006 Volkswagen Passat. The contact was attempting to pull into a parking space when the brakes failed. A local mechanic stated that the heat shields on the turbo failed, causing the brake failure. The vehicle was repaired under the contact's factory warranty. The failure and current mileages were approximately 47,000.

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I own a 2001 Volkswagen Passat with a 1. 8 liter turbo engine and 85,000 miles. My oil light came on so I took it to the vw dealer right away. The dealer claims my motor is "sludged". Even though vw has extended the warranty for 8 years because of this problem it will not cover my vehicle repairs of over $2,000 and growing. I have kept excellent track of oil changes in my vehicle maintenance book and even changed every 3,000 when the service calls for only 5,000. I have use a good quality sae valvoline 5w-30 motor oil which my owners manual says is fine. Vw will not cover my repairs simply because I did not keep every single purchase receipt for my oil changes. They claim, without receipts there is no way of knowing that I put in appropriate oil. My response is, you spend $30,000 for a vehicle, I have proven I changed oil every 3,000, why in the world would I put in an oil that did not conform to my owners manual. This is the last vw my family will purchase.

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Engine oil pressure failure.

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My car started making horrible noises in the engine so I stopped driving it and had it towed to the vw dealership. I was told that my turbo would need replacing at a cost of $5600. The dealership wouldn't honor my warranty because I couldn't produce every receipt from my oil changes-I had lived in 3 states since I got the car. However, I complained enough that they told me they would only charge me $3200 to fix the car and would give me a good trade in on another vw. I have decided one vw is enough of a problem and I didn't need another car with the same problems and lack of service from the company. I felt vw left me without any choice other than to pay the money so I could have a car and they definitely didn't stand by there product. Is there anything I can do?.

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My wife and I have a 2003 Volkswagen Passat with 30,100 miles. Volkswagen has 4 yr/50000 miles mile bumper to bumper warranty, and an 8 year/unlimited mile oil sludge warranty. We broke down on the interstate, and had to be towed to the dealer. The manufacturer required oil changes in intervals of 5000 miles. My wife and I have had the oil changed every 4000 miles instead. The service writer from don jacobs called and stated that our Volkswagen needed a new motor. He went on to state that we needed to provide all of our oil change receipts from the time of the purchase. We were shocked, this was a 2 year old car. A long story short we were able to produce 5 receipts. Once it was changed in florida while on vacation (no receipt),and once we received a free oil change at wal-mart due to an excessive wait (no receipt). That would make a total of 7 receipts (all of them). Don jacobs would not begin the work on our car until we could provide all of these receipts including the 2 that are non existent. The car is still under bumper to bumper warranty period,so again we were shocked. Next the dealer informed us that they and vw of America have decided that our warranty would be nullified due to neglect of maintenance. The funny part is that this diagnosis was made without ever looking under the hood of our vw. It is still in the same spot the tow truck left it in. Before you decide to believe or discredit our side of this story,or maybe think this is an isolated event please visit the following sites:www. Myvwlemon. . Read more...

I went to turn on 2002 Passat Volkswagen a couple days ago and a flashing "stop" came on. I called my dealer after checking the manual and they said it sounded like a problem with the oil pick up tube and for me not to turn my car back on because it could ruin the engine. So I had my car towed to the dealer and they informed me that it is only under warranty if I can supply them with every receipt from owning the car. I have misplaced two so now they will not cover this and is costing me around $950. 00 to get this fixed. I have always changed my oil on time. This seems to be there way of screwing there so called valued customers. I was on a web site (myvwlemon. Com) and found numerous of Passat owners with this exact problem and out come. Why is the consumer responsible for a poorly designed engine? the heat of the 1. 8l turbo is breaking the oil down creating sludge. They obviously know of this problem because they issued a warranty extension. However, vw of America will only cover the warranty if the owner can provide every single receipt, something they know that very few people can do especially if some change their own oil. This is just one of the problems that I have dealt with since I bought by Passat brand new. Checking the website also tells me this may not be the last of my problems.

The contact stated there were toxic fumes in vehicle. The dealership replaced the turbo, but this did not help to eliminate the fume problem. Currently, they insisted that the engine needed to be removed and all of the seals need to be replaced. The manufacturer advised him not drive the vehicle because it was not safe. There have been no further repairs made to the vehicle.

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This is the email I sent to Volkswagen of America. We had to slow down on the interstate to look for an exit because of the warning light coming on. I felt in great danger at the time. I am 58 years old and have purchased a number of new automobiles in my life. Never have I had such a terrible experience. I have a Passat parked because the oil light is warning me I was sold a defective motor. This has been a horrific experience. I am making automobile payments to Volkswagen credit even though I am afraid to start the engine. I was sent a letter stating the car was defective but I would need each and every oil change receipt for Volkswagen to address your faulty engine. This is ludicrous. I take excellent care of my automobiles and thus realize good trade in value. I will be stating the facts of my experience with this Volkswagen purchase via the internet, automobile magazines, the greater dallas chamber of commerce, the better business bureau and will purchase one quarter page ads in the dallas morning news and the new york times. This automobile has a manufacturer's defect and should just be recalled by Volkswagen. I will be on a campaign until eternity and will solicit other Volkswagen owners across the world to join me. This is the worse automobile buying experience I can imagine. Louis mcelroy director the greater dallas chamber.

I had to have my engine replaced by vw and my car still isn't right. I bought my car in germany not the us. But it is registered with vwoa I feel like they sold me a defective product. They would not even consider listening to my complaints on the oil sludge problem. This cost me $7000. 00 to replace my whole engine and time missed from work. (lost income) what can be done?.

1999 vw Passat with 67,000 miles in otherwise good condition that had undergone routine maintenance according to manufacturer's recommendations experienced complete and abrupt engine seizure on Thursday January 6, 2005.

The car was making a funny noise and then the engine stopped. We had it towed to minuteman vw in bedford, MA and they said that the oil pump had failed and that both the oil pump and the engine would have to be replaced at a cost of $6,320. 00. The 2000 Passat has 60,586 miles on it and had been in for service at 55,478 miles. The service department told us that it should be covered under the 10 year/100,000 mile power train warranty, but when they submitted our claim to vw they refused to cover it because they said I needed to provide copies of every oil change receipt for the past 4 1/2 years. I was able to find 4 receipts, but I do not see anywhere in the owners manual where it clearly and explicitly states that warranty repairs will only be performed if all receipts for all services performed on the car are provided. I noticed that there have been several technical service bulletins issued on this car which relate to engine problems and would like this defect to be considered for a recall. Thank you.

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'recall campaign' issued for Volkswagen Passat 2001, oil sludge warranty extension. The vehicle broke down on the highway without any prior indications of problems, the oil and engine lights illuminated and the engine began making a screeching sound. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where they determined the engine had locked up from lack of oil. The warranty department refused to authorize the warranty coverage for the repair, because the consumer could not provided receipts from an automobile service company documenting that he had the oil changed regularly. The warranty dept. Stated the consumer was not entitled to warranty coverage for the engine and the turbo charger repairs. (lawyer on behalf of consumer).

I have a 2000 vw Passat and have carbon build up on the valves due from premium gas use as required in manual. 2 seperate occasions I had to pay hundreds to repair this recurring problem. The dealer says they don't know what fuel I should use. Vw headquarters first said a year ago to strictly use premium. Now they tell me to use regular but they will not do anything for me. I had to replace a re circulation valve and vacuums. I beleive there is a consumer issue here that someone has to address because I cannot get anybody to agree which fuel to use. They should repair my problem for free.

Engine runs very rough periodically and will stall out, most recently in the middle of an intersection. Dealer could find no computer codes or other problems that would account for condition.

Engine seized due to defect in turbo/oil pump; vw dealer stated due to improper maintenance (not enough oil changes); vw USA said due to defective oil pump, but still won't cover under warranty; engine replaced; cause found to be defective turbo.

Defective coils on each cylinder.

My Volkswagen 2002 Passat has been having problems with the oil pump for sometime now. Deel vw has not honor the warranty and I have had to pay for the repairs. I have also complaint to vw of America and my complaint has been ignored. Deel vw and vw of America has always pass on the problem on me (the consumer), instead of taking responsibility upon themselves for a lemon. I have showed maintenance proof several times; on the vw 2002 Passat and they always blame someone else. The car was also recall; for ignition coil problem. This condition may also effect the emissions of the vehicle. The problem has been repair; but I have absolutely no trust on deel vw and vw of America! the car is back in the dealer; for problems with the turbo and they wont honor the warranty on that ether. The cost to replace the turbo is 3089. 00; bringing the total cost of the repairs to $8,536. 80 out of pocket; not including the car rentals&that they refuse to pay also.

I am the owner of a 2001 vw Passat with 65,000 miles. I have owned approx 6 - 7 cars in my lifetime and have taken care of them the same. Never have I experienced this with a dealer who requires all receipts. I was unable to locate 2 receipts and therefore was given the verdict of a $9000 bill to replace the 1. 8 turbo engine. I am seriously appalled. My feeling that that the dealers are aware of this problem need to take some responsiblity rather than pour this in the lap of the owner. I would even think that they would consider 50 to 70% of the bill. I had to purchase another car thereby have two car payments because I cannot afford $9000 and needed to get to work and child to school, etc. I will never suggest this car to anyone!!.

While driving at moderate speeds of about 35 to 45 mph, car engine lost all power. Engine was still running and all accessories (lights, radio, etc. ) were on, but pressing on the gas pedal lead to no movement by the car. Epc warning light came on at the time of power loss as did the asr warning light. Stopping the car and turning it off and then back on remedied situation, but it recurred on 9/2/2003 under same conditions. Dealer analysis showed a sticking turbo booster valve and a bad oxygen sensor (this is the 2nd O2 sensor to be replaced within a year). Dealer had to order parts and they will not be in until at least 9/9/2003. Meanwhile, I have to drive a 79 mile round trip commute daily in traffic, and fear that this will happen when I am at 75 mph on the interstate. This could lead to a crash with possible fatalities if it occurred.

While at dealership for other repairs mechanic noticed extreme heat from turbo charger caused damage to intake manifold. Unit had to be replaced.

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Catalytic converter replaced early on in ownership. Water pump, oil pump, timing belt replaced two months ago. Turbo replaced twice and still defective. Electrical problems with driver's side window, heated seat, trunk light. Suspension system bushings need replacement @ only 56,000 miles. Steering column replaced early on.

Oil filter line was routed too close around catalytic convertor. This caused it to overheat the metal oil line. Flow of oil to the turbo-charger would be stopped. Also, engine bearings burned up & turbo-charger destroyed. Took vehicle to dealership to check.