Issue ID | 234231 |
Internal NHTSA # | 726502 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 1998 |
File date | 10/11/99 |
Component | SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Front suspension is making crunching noises, esp. At lower speed. The right steering control arm was changed under warranty and squeeking noises dissappeared, but still very noisy when driving at low speed. Car was serviced by an authorized vw service station, but different from dealership. *ak |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH |
VIN pattern | WVWMA63B1WEXXXXXX |
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Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 01/12/98 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
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Drive train type | FWD |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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