2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion review from North America
"Am becoming increasingly concerned the longer I drive it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Monsoon radio stopped working 3 times.
Six pairs of low beam bulbs have blown.
Dealer's Svce. Dept. never has real answers; only shrugs and guesses.
General comments?
Monsoon radio stopped working 3 times in total: In year 1 dealer rebooted; in year 3 dealer rebooted; in year 4 dealer stated they 'could not' reboot again and I would have to buy a new radio which was no longer under warranty. I am on my sixth pair of low beam bulbs in 3-1/2 yrs. and the length of time until they blow now is increasing shorter. The dealer has replaced 3 sets and independent auto shop had replaced 2 sets and I, with latex gloves on, have replaced one set.
Before replacing current set, they lasted TWO days and both blew at same time???
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 67700 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Pathfinder |
| Date of Entry | 22nd February, 2006 |