Issue ID | 1523721 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11162806 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 14/12/18 |
Component | SUSPENSION |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | My 2013 vw passat 3. 6 sel major issues with the transmission, burning excessive engine oil, and substandard suspension. The transmission slips in 3rd gear, and struggles to search for a gear. Vw engineered my passat for castrol oil 5w40 synthetic oil, 6-7 quarts every oil change (every 10,000 miles). I have to add 3 quarts of oil every 4,000 miles. This is a clear indication the oil weight is insufficient for this vehicle, engineering issues with the oil pump, and/or valve seals. The passat does not handle well, and feels unsafe in rain, snow, and sleet, because there is no traction control button on the instrument panel. It |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BATTLEBORO, NC |
VIN pattern | 1VWCM7A39DCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
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