Issue ID | 1139197 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10663582 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2015 |
File date | 04/10/14 |
Component | POWER TRAIN |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Vehicle lost power while driving. Several warning lights appear. This occurred three other times, even after they car had been in for repair. Various engine parts have been replaced, such the turbo kit, turbo charger, glow plugs. The last incident occurred on dec 5 after picking the vehicle up and assured that it was fully repaired. While exiting the dealership, the car lost power and i was almost t-boned. The dealer continues to replace parts on the advice of the vw regional service manager. Yet we have serious concerns about the safety of the vehicle when in motion. They have put more miles on it than we have. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 300 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | INDIANAPOLIS, IN |
VIN pattern | 1VWCV7A34FCXXXXXX |
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 |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Drive train type | FWD |
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Vehicle speed | 35 |
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