Power Window Problems of Volkswagen Passat - part 2

Intermittent power window failure could cause vehicle inhabitants to not be able to escape in case of an accident.

See all problems of the 1996 Volkswagen Passat 🔎.

Both power windows fail and window defogger doesn't work. So when this occurs I don't even have the option of rolling down my windows to clear the car so that I can operate the vehicle. Very dangerous and has led to near accidents on 4 occasions. Driver's window completely failed. Must try to open door while driving to clear air. Must try and open door if stopped by policeman opening your door is not acceptable by policeman. As with other Volkswagen models, this model has major power window failure which posses a safety threat because of inability to operate both front windows. Dt.

Both power windows fail. Driver's window cimpletely failed. Must try and open door if stopped by policeman opening your door is not acceptable by policeman. As with other Volkswagen models, this model has major power window failure which posses a safety threat because of inability to operate both front windows. Dt.

Shortly after bought car, had many makeup problems: trim panel falling off, 3 our 4 windows have been fixed numerous times. Cannot have trim fixed unless do whole car, which is too expensive and I didnt pay all that money for a car to have dish out more money for something that should not happen. I have paid to have all the windows fixed except this last time, I just will not do it. No accidents, nothing for these problems to be occuring. Also, the tie rods have been replaced numerous times. Lastly, steering/suspension has been a problem. All these problems took place four months after purchase and since then has been a problem.

See all problems of the 1999 Volkswagen Passat 🔎.

Steering rack seal failed at 15k mi, causing loss of fluid and damage to rack. Dealer replaced under warranty. Driver side, passenger window (left rear) disconnected from electric motor (would not go up and down) at 45k mi. Hardly use window (no kids or passengers). Dealer replaced "pin" and charged 1hr labor for pulling door panel - not covered under extended warranty. Steering began to "creak" when wheel turned slowly at stop or near stop at 52k mi. Dealer investigated and could not find problem. Stated no safety problems. Driver side, passenger window (left, rear) disconnected from power motor again at about 75k mi. Did not contact dealer again as expected to pay $60 again so waited for a scheduled service. Driver window power motor failed at 83k mi - sounded like metal grinding. Had to manually push window closed. Took auto to different dealer (midwestern auto group, dublin OH, 614-889-2571) to examine driver window, driver side passenger window and steering "creak". New dealer stated driver window under extended warranty plan, driver-side passenger window not covered and missing "pin" totally, and steering "creak" is in any or all of the control arm/linkage bushings. Quoted $2000 to replace steering front end - suggested I just live with noise. No mention of tie-rod recall on 1999 Passats. I have no information on if my car qualifies for the recall, but my investigatiion online suggests I do. Have not received any notices, but have moved since original purchase and could have "lost mail" problem. Suggest power window design is bad - as I drive on hwys a lot for business in OH where summer requires ac, winter requires heat, I have no kids or passengers in back seats, etc.

Window regulator failed two times.

See all problems of the 1997 Volkswagen Passat 🔎.

Consumer complaint regarding faulty window regulators. The consumer had to replace the window regulators twice.

Power window.