2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT CONSUMER COMPLAINTS
Auto Parts Search |  |
| : | : | : |  |
2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT CONSUMER COMPLAINTS (Change Vehicle)
The following SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT complaint about 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT was reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety administration on 2007-01-06. For more information contact the National Highway Traffic Safety administration or the US Department of Transportation. See complaint summary below.
| Build Years/Makes/Models: | 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT |
| Occurances: | |
| Reference Number: | 10177995 |
| Summary: | MY 2003 VW PASSAT 4-DOOR SEDAN HAS EXPERIENCED MULTIPLE OCCURRENCES WHERE THE BRAKE LIGHTS CONTINUE TO REMAIN ON WHILE DRIVING AND EVEN AFTER THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF. THIS HAPPENED AGAIN TODAY AND I NOTICED THIS TIME THAT THE EMERGENCY ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING EARLIER IN THE DAY - THIS IS ALSO ANOTHER ISSUE THAT ALSO COMES ON/OFF FOR NO REASON. I'VE REPORTED THE WARNING LIGHT A COUPLE OF TIMES AS WELL TO THE VW SERVICE AND THEY DON'T KNOW WHY THAT HAPPENS EITHER. THE WARNING LIGHT WILL AT LEAST SHUT OFF WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF, UNLIKE MY BRAKE LIGHTS. SINCE TODAY IS SATURDAY, LEAVING MY BRAKE LIGHTS ON UNTIL THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT REOPENS ON A MONDAY IS PROBABLY GOING TO RUN MY BATTERY DEAD. WITH THAT CONCERN IN MIND, I IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE VW ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE HOTLINE, 800-822-8987, TO SEE IF THEY HAD ANY REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS I CAN LOOK INTO AND THE OPERATOR SAID SHE WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY DOCUMENTATION. SHE ADVISED THAT VW ROADSIDE CAN COME TOW MY VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP (THAT WON'T REOPEN UNTIL MONDAY) OR THEY CAN COME TO JUMP-START MY CAR (WHICH CAN TAKE UP TO 45-60 MIN. AFTER DISPATCH). THIS SEEMS A TERRIBLY LONG TIME TO WAIT & A HUGE INCONVENIENCE ESP. SINCE IT ALSO TOOK 30 MIN. JUST TO REACH THE LIVE OPERATOR IN THE FIRST PLACE. I LOVE DRIVING MY PASSAT; I BOUGHT IT BRAND NEW DIRECT FROM THE DEALERSHIP IN 2003. CAR SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT TO ME WHICH IS WHY I'M ADAMANT ABOUT FOLLOWING SERVICE GUIDELINES AND BRING MY CAR IN FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE & OIL CHANGES. I ONLY BRING IT INTO A VW DEALERSHIP SERVICE, NEVER A LOCAL GARAGE MECHANIC. CAN NHTSA PLEASE LOOK INTO BOTH ISSUES: 1. SPORADIC CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WARNING WHILE DRIVING 2. BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINING ON WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER THE CAR IS SHUT OFF. I AM VERY CONCERNED AS BOTH ARE MAJOR CAUSES FOR SAFETY CONCERN, IN ADDITION TO FURTHER EXPENSIVE REPAIRS WHICH MAY BE DEFECTS THAT THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD COVER INSTEAD. THANKS. *NM |
| CLICK HERE TO FIND USED 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT. | |
| LOOKING FOR REPLACEMENT 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT PARTS? VISIT OUR ONLINE AUTO PARTS STORES | |
| NEED TO FIX YOUR 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT? ACCESS ONLINE THE COMPLETE 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT REPAIR GUIDE | |
| CLICK HERE TO FIND A LOCAL MECHANIC, AUTO SERVICE OR BODY SHOP THAT WILL FIX YOUR 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT PROFESSIONALLY AND COST EFFECTIVELY. | |
| GOT 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT REPAIR QUESTION? LET OUR CAR EXPERTS ANSWER YOU ONLINE. ASK YOUR QUESTION HERE! | |
  |
Shop online for auto body parts, engines, wheels, lights...
 | 2003 Ford F-150 Bumper Bracket, Front, Passenger Side, A High Quality, Direct Fit OE Replacement Bumper Bracket, Plate. | $16.20 |
 | 2000 Mazda Protege Tail Light, Driver Side, Bulbs included; DOT and SAE approved; A high quality, OE replacement tail light assembly; Backed by 1-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.. | $88.85 |
 | 15" Aftermarket Wheel Cover, SILVER; 7 SPLIT SPOKES, ABS, WIRE RING WITH FACTORY TYPE RETENTION, 1 Year Warranty, . | $22.45 |
 | 1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup V8, 5.7 L, 350 CID Rebuilt Engine, Flat lifters, 4-bolt main., Warranty: 7-Year/70,000 Mile, . | $1,112.00 |
 | 1994 Saab 900 Used Wiper Motor Rear, (HTBK), Very Good. | $74.90 |
| 2001 Infiniti G20 Used Grille, Good. | $105.90 |
| More parts | ||
Auto Repair Quick Search
Help me find
Search DIY repair manuals by VIN...
| Get the Complete Technical Service Bulletins! |
 Access diagrams and repair information such as wiring diagrams,
diagnosis and repair charts, manufacturer
service bulletins, and OEM Part
numbers of your 2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT vehicle.
|
| Access the Complete guide! |
Need To Fix Your Car or Truck?
Try Our Repair Service Finder
Auto Repair Quick Search
Help me find
