Issue ID | 461708 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10056941 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 1998 |
File date | 01/12/03 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MOD |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | My 1998 vw passat has 85,000 miles on it and a problem with the abs control unit. The abs light stays on steadily and the brake light flashes with an audible four-chime tone. The vw dealer tested and confirmed that i need a new abs pump/control. The cost of parts and labor is $2,100. Since purchasing this vehicle, i have had many problems with it from replacing the turbo charger to a complete replacement of the front-end suspension to name a few. Vw of america declined to help with this problem because of the mileage. I used to own a toyota with 250,000 miles on it when i sold it and never had problems with it like i have with this car.*ak |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 84000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | ALGONQUIN, IL |
VIN pattern | WVWMA63B1WEXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 08/01/98 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Drive train type | FWD |
Transmission type | AUTO |
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