2001 Volkswagen Passat GS review from North America
"HUGE MISTAKE - this car should be recalled"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water Pump broke after 60,000 miles.
45 minutes after the water pump was replaced, the car overheated on a busy highway, and flashed the check engine light. Back to mechanic - replaced the filter after 2 more days of inspection.
3 months later, Oil pump clogged starved the pump and subsequently the engine for oil, resulting in a complete engine failure. The car had routine oil changes with synthetic oil (as recommended)
Car died, I had it towed to 4 different mechanics, (3 of them VW specialists) who could not figure out the oil pressure problem. Now it sits in Maryland (I live in NJ) waiting to be picked up for parts.
General comments?
Never, ever ever buy this model. it is a lemon and will cause you nothing, but distress and $$$$$$$$!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Semi-Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 80000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Jetta |
| Date of Entry | 2nd January, 2008 |