Power Train Problems of Volkswagen Phaeton

Volkswagen Phaeton owners have reported 2 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission torque converter (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Volkswagen Phaeton


Recently reported Power Train problems of Volkswagen Phaeton

The Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton with faulty torque converter. The consumer stated he had to pay for a $3,00 dollar repair on the driver's side fender which was caused by the hesitation of the converter engaging.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

From day 1 we noticed that this "luxury" vehicle did not shift properly. Day 2 we returned the car to be serviced. The dealership kept the car for about 2 months because they could not fix the problem. We contacted the customer service department for Volkswagen and filed our complaint.   Read details...




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