Problem Reports
Volkswagen Passat
Report: Inspection of Water Pump and Timing Belt
Volkswagen Passat Problem
Model Years Affected: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Engine Affected: 2.8L V6
Average Mileage: 74,000 mi (55,000 mi - 93,000 mi)
The water pump may fail resulting in engine overheating and possible timing belt damage. Overheating and/or timing belt failure can result in very expensive engine repairs. As a precaution, it is recommended to inspect the timing belt and water pump at regular intervals.
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Report #1Visitor, 2001 Volkswagen Passat, 2.8L V6, 93,000 mi
Need to change it-- dealer is quoting about $1800. Private is quoting $700 for timing belt, tensioner, 2 roller bearings, coolant, and waterpump.
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Report #2Visitor, 2000 Volkswagen Passat, 2.8L V6, 55,000 mi
Water pump leaked onto timing belt. The water pump had to be replaced and a new timing belt kit installed.
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