2009 Volkswagen Passat

Introduction

The 2009 Volkswagen Passat is a mid-size sedan that offers a comfortable ride, a spacious interior, and a variety of engine and transmission options. It is available with three engine options: a 2.5-liter inline-five with 170 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque, a 3.6-liter VR6 with 280 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four with 200 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a six-speed manual, a six-speed automatic, and a five-speed automatic with Tiptronic.

People like the Passat for its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and variety of engine and transmission options. However, some people have reported issues with the vehicle’s engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical systems, exteriors, and interiors.

Engine

• 2.5-liter inline-five
  • Intake manifold runner control valve failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold runner control valve can fail, causing the engine to run rough, idle erratically, and stall.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold runner control valve.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Timing chain tensioner failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The timing chain tensioner can fail, causing the timing chain to skip and the engine to run erratically or stall.
    • Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200
    • Recalls: None Found
• 3.6-liter VR6
  • Oil consumption
    • Description/Symptoms: The VR6 engine can consume excessive amounts of oil, leading to low oil levels and potential engine damage.
    • Solution: Check oil levels regularly and add oil as needed.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the amount of oil consumed
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four
  • Turbocharger failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The turbocharger can fail, causing a loss of power and a decrease in fuel efficiency.
    • Solution: Replace the turbocharger.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Six-speed manual
  • Clutch master cylinder failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The clutch master cylinder can fail, causing the clutch to become inoperable and the vehicle to be unable to move.
    • Solution: Replace the clutch master cylinder.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600
    • Recalls: None Found
• Six-speed automatic
  • Torque converter failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter can fail, causing the transmission to slip or shudder.
    • Solution: Replace the torque converter.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,200 - $1,800
    • Recalls: None Found
• Five-speed automatic with Tiptronic
  • Transmission control module failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission control module can fail, causing the transmission to shift erratically or not at all.
    • Solution: Replace the transmission control module.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut mounts
  • Premature wear
    • Description/Symptoms: The strut mounts can wear out prematurely, causing the suspension to become noisy and the ride to become harsh.
    • Solution: Replace the strut mounts.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600
    • Recalls: None Found
• Control arms
  • Bushings deteriorate
    • Description/Symptoms: The bushings in the control arms can deteriorate, causing the suspension to become noisy and the ride to become harsh.
    • Solution: Replace the control arms.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $800
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Body control module failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The body control module can fail, causing a variety of electrical problems, such as inoperative windows, locks, and lights.
    • Solution: Replace the body control module.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500
    • Recalls: None Found
• Battery drain
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery can drain prematurely, causing the vehicle to be unable to start.
    • Solution: Diagnose and repair the source of the battery drain.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the source of the drain
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The headlights can fail, reducing visibility and making the vehicle unsafe to drive at night.
    • Solution: Replace the headlights.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
    • Recalls: None Found
• Tail light failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The tail lights can fail, making the vehicle less visible to other drivers and increasing the risk of an accident.
    • Solution: Replace the tail lights.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
    • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate control failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control system can fail, causing the vehicle to become too hot or too cold.
    • Solution: Diagnose and repair the source of the failure.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the source of the failure
    • Recalls: None Found
• Power window failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The power windows can fail, making it difficult to open and close the windows.
    • Solution: Diagnose and repair the source of the failure.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the source of the failure
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2009 Volkswagen Passat has a number of potential issues, including engine, transmission, suspension, electrical, exterior, and interior problems. While not all Passats will experience these issues, it is important to be aware of them before purchasing one. The severity and cost of these issues can vary, but some can be quite expensive to repair.