2001 Volkswagen Passat GLS review from North America
"Bad experience with VW and will never buy it again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Power steering fluid over flows from the reservoir cap 4 times between Mar 2003 and Jul 2004 (once in Mar, Jul, Sep 2003 respectively and once in Jul 2004). No leak was detected any single time and no way to repeat the problem as mechanics wishes to diagnose the problem. Currently going through trial and error at my own pocket $.
General comments?
One dealer told me to repeat the problem in order for them to help me out. I was pretty much left helpless.
VW Customer Service helped out in the 3rd overflow incidence last Sep with goodwill warranty. This forth breakdown, I was left alone with only 50-50 cost sharing assistance from the Customer Services. Since I'm out of 2-year warranty 16 month ago, I'm not covered by the lemon law. Living with a car that can break down randomly at any time, yet no problem could be diagnosed - only trial and error to eliminate problem with unlimited cost.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 0 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota TOYOTA |
| Date of Entry | 15th July, 2004 |